Italy swept aside the United States to win gold in women's indoor volleyball Sunday at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
The Italians won in straight sets 25-18, 25-20, 25-17 and earned their first-ever medal in the Summer Games. They had previously advanced no further than the quarterfinals.
Paola Egonu was devastating at the net for Italy. She accounted for four blocks and 18 points on the attack.
Team USA had its individual moments throughout the match.
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