Overview
- Italy's women lost a tense 3-2 semifinal to Brazil on Saturday but recovered the next day to beat China 3-1 for the Volleyball Nations League bronze.
- Opposite Paola Antropova led the bronze match with 26 points while coach Julio Velasco confirmed quick regrouping and a return to Europe-focused preparation.
- Brazil advanced to the VNL final after Ana Cristina scored heavily in the semifinal, with the Seleção reaching the title match despite missing injured players Gabi and Julia.
- At the World Fencing Championships in Hong Kong, Filippo Macchi and Giulia Rizzi reached the semifinals and each secured an individual World Championship medal.
- The FIE and the Italian Fencing Federation signed a 'Road to Los Angeles 2028' cooperation protocol in Hong Kong, and Russia returned to competition under its national insignia at the event.