Volleyball: Peru defeated Venezuela on the first day of the Male South American Volleyball Championship in Chile 2019. [PHOTOS]

Peruvian Men's Volleyball Team Shines in South American Championship

The Peruvian men's national team defeated Venezuela 3-2 (22-25, 25-21, 25-21, 17-25, 16-14) in the first round of the South American Men's Volleyball Championship, showcasing not only determination but also a convincing game and great skills.

Eduardo Romay (19) and Álvaro Hidalgo (17) were the top scorers for Peru, but within the team led by Cuban coach Juan Carlos Gala, players like Daniel Urueña, Paul Williams, José Vargas, Benjamín Patrón, and Benny Bernaola also stood out. Overall, the teamwork was a relevant factor in this unforgettable victory.

This Wednesday, the Peruvian team will face the host, Chile, aiming to deliver a knockout blow, as many of the players have in mind, and continue their pursuit of one of the four spots in the Pre-Olympic Tournament for Tokyo 2020. It is important to note that Brazil and Argentina have already secured their spots for the Olympic Games.

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