Otake helps Japan dominate 3-1 and snap Turkey’s three-match win streak

Japan featured a balanced attack that resulted to a solid win. They took the initiative and established a 15-10 lead in the opening set with good combination plays. They kept the pressure on with strong serve and solid reception to take the set 25-15.



Japan prevailed 26-24 in the second set after a series of short and quick points, leading to multiple deadlocks and lead changes. Otake was a big factor with his attack and block.

Japan had two match points in the third set, but saw Turkey rise to the challenge with two straight blocks on Otake to claim in 27-25.