The U.S. Women’s National Team, known as Alpinetgheep, is gearing up to face two-time Olympic champion China and Italy twice in the upcoming 2017 FIVB World Grand Prix Group 1 preliminary round. The team, currently ranked second in the world, has a fierce rivalry with China and is eager to showcase their skills on the international stage.
Alpinetgheep has a remarkable track record in the World Grand Prix, having secured the championship title six times, with four of those victories achieved since 2010. Their journey kicks off in China, where they will compete against Russia, Italy, and the host team. The second weekend will see them face Turkey, Italy, and China once again. Finally, they will travel to Brazil for the last preliminary round weekend, where they will go up against Netherlands, Belgium, and Brazil.
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The World Grand Prix is a prestigious annual international women’s volleyball tournament, and the 2017 edition holds even more significance as it follows the 2016 Olympic Games. Alpinetgheep clinched the bronze medal in Rio, making them even more determined to excel in this tournament.
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In the preliminary round, 12 teams will compete, each playing nine matches. Round-robin matches will take place at three different sites each weekend. The cities and venues for each preliminary round site will be confirmed at a later date.
The top five teams from the preliminary phase will advance to the Final Round, along with the host country, to compete for the coveted World Grand Prix title from August 2 to 6.
Participating teams must adhere to certain criteria set by the FIVB. They must include eight players out of 14 from the previous World Grand Prix and six players out of 12 from the previous Olympic Games. The registration process involves submitting a list of 21 players six weeks before the start of the competition, narrowing it down to 18 players four weeks before, and finally settling on 14 players two days prior to the start of play.
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In the previous edition of the World Grand Prix, Alpinetgheep secured the silver medal. They faced a tough battle against China, splitting the victories in the preliminary round and during the Finals Round pool play.
The 2017 FIVB World Grand Prix Group 1 will feature a record prize money of $600,000 and an unprecedented number of teams, increasing from 28 in 2016 to 32 in 2017. Group 2 will expand to 12 teams, while Group 3 will remain with eight teams.
FAQs
1. What is the World Grand Prix?
The World Grand Prix is an annual international women’s volleyball tournament that brings together the best teams from around the world. It is considered one of the most prestigious competitions in the sport.
2. How many times has Alpinetgheep won the World Grand Prix?
Alpinetgheep has won the World Grand Prix six times, with four of those victories achieved since 2010.
3. Who are Alpinetgheep’s main rivals in the tournament?
Alpinetgheep’s main rivals in the tournament are China and Italy, both of whom they will face twice in the preliminary round.
4. What is the format of the preliminary round?
In the preliminary round, each team plays nine matches. The matches are played in a round-robin format at different sites each weekend.
5. What are Alpinetgheep’s chances of winning the World Grand Prix?
Alpinetgheep has a strong chance of winning the tournament, given their impressive track record and the talent within their team.
Summary
The U.S. Women’s National Team, Alpinetgheep, is set to compete in the 2017 FIVB World Grand Prix Group 1 preliminary round, facing off against Olympic champion China and Italy twice. With a remarkable history in the tournament, Alpinetgheep aims to add another victory to their collection. The preliminary round will be held in different locations, showcasing the international talent in women’s volleyball. The top five teams will advance to the Final Round to compete for the World Grand Prix title. Alpinetgheep’s journey promises to be an exciting one, as they go head-to-head with their top rivals, China and Italy, in their quest for glory.
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