Olympic champions China were dropped out of the semi-finals of the 2006 FIVA World Grand Prix after a 3-0 loss to the host Italians this morning (Beijing time).

 

China were defeated in straight sets 25-17, 25-17 and 25-14.

 

The Chinese team, who had beaten Cuba 3-1 in their opening game, were eliminated from contention for the gold medal and will play Asian rivals Japan in the play-off for fifth place.

 

 

 

(CRI.com September 9, 2006)