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With Nimir Abdel-Aziz Out, young Dutch stars shine at FIVB Worlds
Team Netherlands is competing in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men's World Championship without their key player Nimir Abdel-Aziz.
Abdel-Aziz, a longtime member of the Dutch national team, steered the squad through numerous international tournaments, including the 2022 World Championship where they swept the elimination round but bowed out in the Round of 16 after falling to Ukraine.
His absence has become a silver lining, allowing younger players to step up as world No. 19 Netherlands looks to make waves on the global stage.
Players like Bennie Tuinstra are expressing confidence in their rapid adjustment to the high-level competition, with Tuinstra highlighting that the younger players are practicing diligently.
The team demonstrated their competitive spirit by defeating Qatar in a closely contested match, with Michiel Ahyi and Tom Koops performing well.
Player Tom Koops stated that Abdel-Aziz's absence presents a new chance for the team to succeed together, rather than depending on one player.
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