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VakıfBank continues its dominant run in the Vodafone Sultanlar Ligi, securing a perfect 7-0 record after a commanding 3-0 sweep over Türk Hava Yolları (THY) in Round 7. The league leaders showed their class, extending their flawless streak and setting a high bar for the competition.
VakıfBank Extends Unbeaten Streak
The titans of Turkish volleyball, VakıfBank, made quick work of THY at the VakıfBank Sports Palace. The match concluded in just 77 minutes, with VakıfBank taking the sets 25-21, 25-22, and 25-11. This victory marks their seventh consecutive win of the season, solidifying their position at the top of the league standings. THY, who had been having a strong season themselves, suffered their second loss, highlighting the formidable challenge VakıfBank presents to any opponent.
Eczacıbaşı and Galatasaray Cruise to Victories
Joining VakıfBank in securing wins were Eczacıbaşı Dynavit and Galatasaray Daikin. Eczacıbaşı demonstrated their strength with an efficient 3-0 away victory against Beşiktaş. The scoreline of 25-15, 25-16, 25-16 reflects their control throughout the match, marking their fifth win of the campaign. Meanwhile, Galatasaray Daikin also achieved a clean sweep, though their match against Manisa BB was a much tighter affair. All three sets were hard-fought, with Galatasaray ultimately prevailing 31-29, 25-22, and 27-25. Myriam Sylla and Vita Akimova were standout performers for Galatasaray, each contributing 14 points to their team’s success.
Tie-Break Thrillers Showcase Resilience
Not all matches in Round 7 were straightforward sweeps. Göztepe Yuppo and Kuzeyboru both showcased incredible resilience by winning their respective matches in thrilling five-set tie-breaks. Göztepe faced off against Zeren Spor, dropping the first set before fighting back to win the next two. Although Zeren Spor forced a deciding fifth set, Göztepe ultimately secured the victory with a 15-12 scoreline in the tie-break, after earlier set scores of 16-25, 25-20, 25-20, 19-25.
Similarly, Kuzeyboru engaged in a dramatic five-setter against Aras Kargo. Kuzeyboru twice came from a set down, demonstrating remarkable determination. After losing the first set, they leveled the match, only to fall behind again. However, they rallied in the fourth set and carried that momentum into the tie-break, where they dominated with a 15-7 victory. The set scores were 21-25, 25-18, 21-25, 25-20, 15-7. These close contests highlight the competitive depth within the Vodafone Sultanlar Ligi, with teams fighting tooth and nail for every point.
Looking Ahead in the League
Round 7 of the Vodafone Sultanlar Ligi continues with two more fixtures scheduled for Thursday. Fenerbahçe Medicana will face Afyon, while İlbank is set to play Nilüfer. The results of these upcoming matches will further shape the league standings as the season progresses. The performances in this round underscore the consistent strength of the top teams while also celebrating the hard-fought victories of those who battled through tie-breaks.
Source: World of Volley Turkey
