Shandong pulled off a stunning 3-1 victory over Tianjin in the China Women’s Volleyball Super League held in Tianjin Municipality on Tuesday. This win marks the defending champions' fourth loss of the season, shaking up the league standings.
The first set was a nail-biter, with Tianjin taking the lead early on. However, Shandong showcased remarkable resilience, tying the score at 19-19 before outlasting their opponents to secure the set 29-27. This initial triumph gave Shandong a 1-0 advantage.
In the second set, the competition remained fierce. Tianjin struggled with numerous errors, allowing Shandong to capitalize on their mistakes. Despite Li Yingying's impressive offensive maneuvers that brought the score to a 16-16 tie, Shandong ultimately edged out Tianjin 28-26, widening their lead to 2-0.
Tianjin bounced back in the third set, winning 25-22 thanks to Wang Yuanyuan's dominant performance. They also started strong in the fourth set with an 8-4 lead. However, Shandong ramped up their aggression and teamwork, reversing the momentum to win the set 25-21 and clinch the match.
Li Yingying was a standout player for Tianjin, contributing 36 points and showing exceptional skill, though nine of her spikes were blocked by Shandong. Despite her efforts, Shandong’s superior teamwork ultimately secured their victory against the powerhouse Tianjin team.
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Shandong upset Tianjin in China Women's Volleyball Super League
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