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FIVB Men’s World: Poland off to flying start with sweep of Romania
World No. 1 Poland began their 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men's World Championship campaign with a 34-32, 25-15, 25-19 comeback victory over Romania in Pool B.
Wilfredo Leon led the charge with 14 points, while veteran Bartosz Kurek also contributed 13 markers.
Poland had to survive a tense opening set, where Romania forced a 32-all deadlock before Poland sealed it with a kill and an ace.
Artur Szalpuk stated that the team's goal is to win the tournament and that this game was their first step.
Poland returns to action on Monday against Qatar.
In other Pool B matches, the Netherlands defeated Qatar in four sets.
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