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Joyous Polman and Bont react to semi-final triumph
VIDEO: Dutch duo Estavana Polman and Debbie Bont spoke to Chris O’Reilly shortly after shocking tournament favourites Russia in a thrilling semi-final at Japan 2019. They spoke about the final minute of the 33:32 win, their rollercoaster ride over the past two weeks and the incredible spirit this Netherlands team possess.
Sweden take giant leap towards Tokyo 2020
7/8 place match – Sweden 35:24 Germany By Chris O’Reilly Sweden saved their best for last at Japan 2019 as they tore through the usually resolute Germans to secure a seventh-place finish at the World… »
Assessing the contenders for the crown
Assessing the contenders for the crown By Chris O’Reilly After 90 matches in 11 gruelling game days, we’re down to the final four at Japan 2019. Just 120 minutes separate one of these teams from World… »
“We need to be mentally ready for the bad moments”
“We need to be mentally ready for the bad moments” By Chris O’Reilly INTERVIEW: Ambros Martin has seen his Russia side cruise through their Japan 2019 campaign so far, notching up eight clear victories by an average of over 11 goals per game. On the eve of their semi-final clash with the Netherlands, we caught up with Martin to gauge his opinion on the World Championship so far and the final weeke… »
Arntzen “I was so nervous before the game”
VIDEO: Norway’s Emilie Hegh Arntzen reflects on booking a spot in the World Championship semi-finals, telling Chris O’Reilly about her nerves before facing Germany, the keys to their 32:29 win and her… »
The final countdown
The final countdown TALE OF THE DAY: It’s decision day at Japan 2019 – Three semi-final places up for grabs and six teams still in the hunt to join Russia in the medal round. We’ll take you through th… »
Smeets “I’d just like to go to bed, sleep and hear about it tomorrow”
VIDEO: Martine Smeets spoke to Chris O’Reilly following her Netherlands side’s run and gun win over Korea. The Dutch left wing discussed their approach to the 40:33 victory, getting over some disappointing days and the nervous wait ahead to see if they reach the semi-finals of Japan 2019.
What a difference a day makes
Kumamoto Chronicles: What a difference a day makes By Chris O’Reilly 24 little hours. That’s all it seems to take for the world to turn upside down at this championship. In the space of 24 hours, we’v… »
Russia first past the post in semi-final race
Russia first past the post in semi-final race By Chris O’Reilly TALE OF THE DAY: Kumamoto’s Park Dome saw Russia put through their toughest test to date, Japan fall agonisingly short and Sweden go hun… »
Mässing satisfied with Sweden’s goal chase
VIDEO: Sweden left back Mickaela Mässing reflected on the 34:22 win over Romania, telling Chris O’Reilly of how she felt their goal chase went and how confident she is heading into Wednesday’s main round decider.