Result: Poland-Germany 3-2 (20-25, 22-25, 25-19, 25-21, 15-12)
Grozelle played as a starter and scored 15 points.
Toshiki: What are your impressions of Pool C (which includes Germany and Japan) at the Paris Olympics?
Grozelle: I tell everyone, this is the Olympics, 12 perfect teams playing at the highest level, so it doesn't matter what pool you're in. Of course we respect all the teams, but I think the other teams respect us, because we can beat any team.
Toshiki: What about the morning opening match against Japan?
Grozelle: It feels like there is still a long way to go. We are still here playing the tournament and we still have the friendly against Brazil. We are focusing on our recent mistakes and trying to be in top condition for the Olympics. Of course it is difficult to play early in the morning, but it is the Olympics and we just have to do our best.
Toshiki: Did you enjoy your time in Japan during VNL and the training camp?
Glozelle: It was wonderful. It was my first time in Japan, and I really respect the beautiful country and culture. I'm also grateful to the local people.
Photo: Author
[PR] "ALL for DREAM -Footsteps to Glory- Japan Volleyball National Team Nations League 2024" will be available on U-NEXT from July 27th (Sat.)
A documentary program that closely follows the unknown behind-the-scenes of the "Volleyball Nations League 2024" and traces the fierce battles will be streamed on U-NEXT.
[Distribution date and time]
July 27th (Saturday) 5pm Boys #1 Boys #2
August 3rd (Saturday) 5pm Women's #1
Saturday, August 10th 5pm Women's #2
Saturday, August 24th 5pm Men's #3
Saturday, August 31st 5pm Women's #3
September 7th (Saturday) 5pm Men's #4
Saturday, September 14th 5pm Women's #4
(Quoted from TBS TV release)
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