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China fans make Volleyball Nations League among most-watched sports events

In Hong Kong, 109,430 spectators attended 16 matches across the six days of competition at the Coliseum.

In Hong Kong, 109,430 spectators attended 16 matches across the six days of competition at the Coliseum

17 Jul 2024 - 4:00PM

Opinion | Nothing brings Hongkongers and mainlanders closer together than sports

25 Jun 2024 - 9:30AMvideocam

China volleyball fans lament facing US at Games – ‘what kind of fate is this?’

4 Jul 2024 - 4:35PM

China volleyball team too erratic to win Olympics and need Zhu, fears Lang Ping

They earned a place in Paris during Nations League’s Hong Kong leg, but former coach queries inconsistency and sparing use of star player.

4 Jul 2024 - 4:56PM

Lang Ping (centre), pictured coaching China at the Olympics in 2021, voiced concerns about the current team’s form and selection. Photo: Xinhua

China volleyball team bounce back from Macau lows to hit heights in Hong Kong

Cai Bin’s team dominate Poland, while new world No 1s Brazil target Olympics after ‘amazing performance’ blows away Turkey.

4 Jul 2024 - 4:58PM

China comeback stuns Turkey in Volleyball Nations League – ‘we stayed together’

Li Yingying hails ‘spirit of Chinese volleyball’ after recovery from two sets down at a deafening Hong Kong Coliseum.

4 Jul 2024 - 5:04PM

Chinese volleyball fans torn as women’s side handed place at Paris Olympic Games

Having been under threat in the race for Paris during the week’s Volleyball Nations League leg in Hong Kong, China were France-bound even before their match on Friday.

15 Jun 2024 - 9:46PM

China have qualified for the Olympic Games in Paris but it was only thank to results elsewhere. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

China off to flier in Volleyball Nations League to keep Olympic hopes alive

The Chinese needed to improve on their recent poor showing in the Macau leg as they took on Bulgaria on day one in Hong Kong.

4 Jul 2024 - 5:14PM

Every match in Hong Kong vital for China volleyball team as Paris spot beckons

Heavily criticised Chinese coach Cai Bin says the team’s poor results are ‘on him’ and he expects to use star Zhu Ting more in Hong Kong.

4 Jul 2024 - 5:15PM

Where is Zhu Ting? China women’s volleyball coach Cai answers Nations League flak

Calls for Cai to quit continue ahead of Hong Kong leg, after Zhu sat out much of previous round as China struggle to seal Olympic spot.

8 Jun 2024 - 9:45PM

Chinese fans have queried the absence of Zhu Ting from their national team. Photo: Xinhua

China volleyball team feel fans’ fury before Women’s Nations League in Hong Kong

After two losses in previous round, qualification for Olympics may be under threat and fans want coach Cai Bin sacked.

4 Jul 2024 - 5:23PM

China’s (from left) Wang Yuanyuan, Gong Xiangyu and Diao Linyu during the loss to Italy last weekend. Photo: Xinhua

‘Haikyu!!’ manga fuels volleyball mania in Japan heading into Paris Olympics

Comic-book has sold 60 million copies and spawned hit film, triggered a boom in interest, and seen era of superstars such as Ran Takahashi.

20 May 2024 - 5:30PM

Captain Zhu to end China volleyball exile as team targets Paris Olympics spot

Zhu Ting has not played for the national team for more than two years after the bitter disappointment of the side’s ninth-place finish at Tokyo Games.

12 May 2024 - 3:08PM

Volleyball legend Xu Yunli backs China for glory at Nations League Hong Kong ‘24

Two-time Olympian was speaking at a press conference to launch the event which will be held from June 11 to 16 at the Hong Kong Coliseum.

27 Apr 2024 - 8:00PM

China’s Xu Yunli talks to the press at a press conference for the Volleyball Nations League Hong Kong 2024. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Chinese volleyball star Zhu Ting to miss Asian Games as wrist issue persists

The 28-year-old visits team’s base in Beilun for first time in two years, but will now meet doctors in Spain for more rehabilitation training.

29 Aug 2023 - 6:26PM

Star spiker Zhu Ting pays her first visit in two years to the Chinese women’s volleyball team’s training base in Beilun. Photo: Weibo/Zhu Ting

China trio picked for dream team despite loss in Volleyball Nations League final

The Chinese round off their best showing in the tournament, while the United States are upset again as Poland grab third place.

17 Jul 2023 - 3:33PM

China’s women set for best Volleyball Nations League finish as they reach final

Turnaround praised on Chinese social media as they beat Poland in Texas while Turkey stun hosts the United States, ensuring there will be a new name on the trophy.

16 Jul 2023 - 5:01PM

China men’s volleyball team face relegation as fans turn on coaching staff

Fans vent anger with team’s FIVB Volleyball Nations League out of their hands after defeat by Canada on Sunday.

9 Jul 2023 - 4:02PM

Jiang Chuan of China dives for the ball against Slovenia at the Men’s Volleyball Nations League in Pasay City, the Philippines. Photo: Xinhua

‘Endless good news’ as China’s volleyball stars beat USA after Asia Cup basketball triumph

Fans celebrate as China’s women come from behind to stun the United States 3-2 at the South Korea leg of Volleyball Nations League in Suwon.

7 Jul 2023 - 10:59AM

Hong Kong volleyball bosses want Kai Tak Sports Park for next event

City’s newest sports venue is expected to be ready to host competitions in around 18 months, and officials want to host a test event there after the 2024 Paris Olympics.

20 Jun 2023 - 4:00PM

China fans question volleyball coach after back-to-back losses in Hong Kong

Having gone unbeaten in their opening six games of Volleyball Nations League, China slip to fourth spot after defeats by Poland and Italy in Hung Hom.

19 Jun 2023 - 2:17PM

China’s Gong Xiangyu spikes the ball as Italy’s defenders move to block it at the net. Photo: Elson Li

Volleyball Nations League: Turkey sign off in Hong Kong with third win

Turkey beat the Dominican Republic 3-1 on Sunday in Hung Hom, as Melissa Vargas stars with a game-high 29 points.

18 Jun 2023 - 10:59PM

Melissa Vargas spikes the ball for Turkey against the Dominican Republic. Photo: Handout

China suffer shock volleyball loss to Poland in Hong Kong

Hosts dealt first defeat of Volleyball Nations League season as showdown with defending champions Italy looms on Sunday in Hung Hom.

17 Jun 2023 - 10:35PM

Volleyball Nations League: China continue winning streak in Hong Kong

China see off Bulgaria in four sets on Friday night for second victory at Coliseum and sixth in the pool stage.

16 Jun 2023 - 10:27PM

Volleyball Nations League: Canada’s Howe eyes ‘perfect birthday gift’ in Hong Kong

Canada ease past Bulgaria for their third win this season as they bounce back from defeat by China at Hong Kong Coliseum.

15 Jun 2023 - 10:39PM

Canada’s Hilary Howe (middle) notched up 13 points against Bulgaria on her birthday eve at Hong Kong Coliseum. Photo: Handout

Defending champs Italy win Volleyball Nations League opener in Hong Kong

Favourites score a 3-0 victory against Bulgaria at Hong Kong Coliseum to register only their second win this season in women’s competition.

14 Jun 2023 - 10:30PM

Italy players celebrate after scoring a point at the Volleyball Nations League in Hong Kong. Photo: Handout

China’s Li says Hong Kong support made it feel ‘like home game’ after Canada win

China’s volleyball stars begin FIVB Women’s Nations League stop in city with comfortable 3-set victory over Canadians at Hong Kong Coliseum, and Li Yingying hails 4,000-strong crowd’s support.

14 Jun 2023 - 12:28AM

Volleyball Nations League: Poland stay unbeaten in Hong Kong opener

Head coach Stefano Lavarini admits ‘surprise’ as Poland ease past Dominican Republic 3-1 at Hong Kong Coliseum on Tuesday evening.

13 Jun 2023 - 9:08PM

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The Chinese women’s volleyball team are one of the best in the world, having numerous world and Olympic titles to their name. Hong Kong’s women, meanwhile, claimed their first regional title in 2022, winning the AVC Women’s Challenge Cup.