Turkish 'Sultans of the Net' take flawless streak into EuroVolley final
Türkiye's Sultans of the Net celebrate after beating Germany during the 2023 CEV EuroVolley championship, Istanbul, Türkiye, Aug. 24, 2023. (IHA Photo)


The arena echoed with the resounding prowess of the "Sultans of the Net," Türkiye's remarkable women's national volleyball team, as they carved an indelible path to the final round of the 2023 CEV EuroVolley championship, emerging unscathed from the ferocious battles of Pool C.

The volleyball titans of Türkiye showcased an awe-inspiring performance that left spectators in awe, leaving Germany in their wake with a triumphant score of 25-15, 25-20, and a pulsating 28-26, all achieved in a mere 79 minutes under the gleaming lights of the Castello Dusseldorf dome.

The journey to this resounding victory had been paved with unwavering determination. A 3-0 victory over Germany launched Türkiye into the round 16 of the championship with a flawless record, igniting a wave of anticipation and excitement among fans.

Thursday's spectacle, with its dynamic scoreline of 25-15, 25-20, and a tantalizing 28-26, solidified Türkiye's dominance in the heart of Germany's Castello Dusseldorf dome, leaving no room for doubt about their supremacy.

This triumphant conquest placed Türkiye at the zenith of Pool C.

The runners-up, Czech Republic, trailed behind by a margin, with Germany and Sweden claiming the subsequent positions.

The journey, however, has only begun for the Sultans of the Net.

The spotlight now shifts to the exhilarating clash against Belgium in Brussels on Aug. 28.

From an astounding 3-0 triumph over Sweden last week, led by the unstoppable Melissa Teresa Vargas with 15 winning spikes, to a thundering 3-0 triumph over Azerbaijan last Sunday, Türkiye's path was paved with undeniable excellence.

Not content with that, the Crescent Stars showcased their prowess with an impressive 3-1 victory against the Czech Republic on Monday and then sealed their extraordinary journey with a dominant 3-0 performance against Greece on Wednesday.