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Japan seeks to ramp up Asian Games buzz with year to go

Japanese organizers admit that public awareness of the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya “needs to be higher” as they look to ramp up interest.

Friday marks one year to go until the start of this major sporting spectacular.

The pandemic-delayed 2023 edition in Hangzhou, China, featured about 12,000 athletes—making it the biggest Asian Games in history in terms of competitors.
https://sports.inquirer.net/640501/japan-seeks-to-ramp-up-asian-games-buzz-with-year-to-go

FIVB Men’s World: Serbia shocks Brazil to clinch last 16 spot

MANILA, Philippines — Serbia stunned former World No. 2 Brazil with a straight-sets victory of 25-22, 25-20, 25-22 to advance to the round of 16 in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship on Thursday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Drazen Luburic led the major upset, delivering a sizzling performance with 19 points, including 17 kills and two aces. The Serbians concluded Pool H with a strong finish, showcasing their determination and skill against a formidable opponent.

https://sports.inquirer.net/640495/fivb-mens-world-serbia-shocks-brazil-to-clinch-last-16-spot

LIVE: Alas Pilipinas vs Iran – FIVB Men’s World Championship 2025

Alas Pilipinas faces another highly favored team in World No. 15 Iran in its final pool phase assignment in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championships.

Currently standing at 1-1 in Pool A, the Philippines is aiming to secure its place in the round of 16 of the tournament.

**SCHEDULE:**
2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship
September 18, Thursday – Mall of…
https://sports.inquirer.net/640486/live-alas-pilipinas-vs-iran-fivb-mens-world-championship-2025