Has the US ever won the Olympics in volleyball?
The United States won its first medals in volleyball at the Los Angeles Games: a gold in the men’s competition, and a silver in the women’s. The People’s Republic of China won the gold medal in the women’s competition in Los Angeles, their first time participating in an Olympic volleyball competition.
Who won the 2012 Olympics volleyball?
It was held in London, United Kingdom from 29 July to 12 August 2012. Russia won the gold medal in a 3–2 victory against Brazil.
Did the US beat China in the Olympics?
Team USA won three gold medals on the final day of the Tokyo Olympics to take the top spot from China in the gold medals table. It was a gripping last day of action as one of the closest Olympic Games concluded in a dramatic fashion.
Which country won the last Olympics in volleyball?
Brazil
Brazil won the gold medal after a 3–0 win over Italy. The United States defeated Russia 3–2 to win the bronze medal….Volleyball at the 2016 Summer Olympics – Men’s tournament.
| Men’s volleyball at the Games of the XXXI Olympiad | |
|---|---|
| Venue | Ginásio do Maracanãzinho |
| Date | 7–21 August |
| Competitors | 144 from 12 nations |
| Medalists |
Who won Olympic volleyball 2021 men’s?
France
TOKYO, Aug 7 (Reuters) – France beat the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) team in the men’s volleyball final on Saturday in a sensational five-set match to grab their first Olympic gold medal in the sport.
What happened to China volleyball Olympics?
TOKYO, July 27 (Xinhua) — Reigning Olympic champions China lost their second straight women’s volleyball match at Tokyo 2020, going down 3-0 to the United States in Pool B here on Tuesday. World No. 1 side the U.S. defeated China 29-27, 25-22, 25-21, with spiker Jordan Thompson dominating the game with 34 points.
Who won 2016 women’s volleyball?
It was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from 6 to 20 August 2016. China won their third gold by defeating Serbia in the final. The United States won bronze by winning against the Netherlands.