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Rwanda’s men’s and women’s sitting volleyball teams faced a challenging beginning in their participation at the 2026 Sitting Volleyball World Championships, which are currently taking place in Hangzhou, China, after suffering initial losses against two of the sport’s long-standing top teams. In the women’s competition, Rwanda was defeated by Iran in straight sets on July 10, as the Asian team secured a clear 25-11, 25-11, 25-11 win. Iran, known for its numerous appearances at the Paralympics and world championships, showcased strong blocking, strategic serving, and high-level experience throughout the match. Earlier that same day, the men’s team also experienced a loss when they were beaten 3-0 by Egypt in their Pool B preliminary match. Egypt concluded the game with set scores of 25-20, 25-16, and 25-14, highlighting their position as one of Africa’s leading sitting volleyball nations. The Sitting Volleyball World Championships gather the top teams globally and act as an important indicator for upcoming Paralympic qualification processes.

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