Overview

• Italy prevailed 3–2 with set scores 25-23, 13-25, 26-24, 19-25, 15-8 in Bangkok.
• Brazil defeated Japan 3–2 to claim the bronze medal.
• Italy advanced through an unbeaten group phase and knockout wins over Germany, Poland, and Brazil.
• Reports differ on whether this is Italy’s first or second world title, with official records pending clarification.
• Julio Velasco coached Italy, which entered the tournament as the reigning Olympic champion.