Türkiye claims FIVB women’s VNL title

Wang Yunlu (1st R) of China competes during the final against Türkiye at the Women’s Volleyball Nations League in Arlington, the United States on July 16, 2023. (Photo by Chen Chen/Xinhua)

ARLINGTON, United States, July 16 (Xinhua) — Türkiye beat China 3-1 here on Sunday to clinch its first title in the FIVB women’s Volleyball Nations League.

Led by opposite Melissa Vargas’ 26 points, Türkiye won the title showdown 25-22, 22-25, 25-19, 25-16.

Middle blocker Eda Erdem Dundar and opposite Ebrar Karakurt added 12 points each for Türkiye.

With a runner-up finish, China also set its best record in the tournament, with Li Yingying contributing a team-high 21 points.  ■