United States wins men´s volleyball Olympic gold

Source: Xinhua | 08-24-2008 15:34

BEIJING, Aug. 24 (Xinhua) -- The United States defeated Brazil 3-1 to take the men's volleyball gold medal at the Beijing Olympic Games here on Sunday.

Players of the United States celebrate after men's volleyball gold  medal match against Brazil at the Beijing Olympic Games in Beijing,  China, Aug. 24, 2008. The United States beat Brazil 3-1 and won  the gold.(Xinhua Photo)

The Americans won the final 20-25, 25-22, 25-21 and 25-23.

Russia got the bronze medal, beating Italy 25-22, 25-29 and 25-23.