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September 22, 2026

South Korea drops to bronze after losing volleyball semifinal to Japan

South Korea's women's volleyball team lost to Japan 3-0 in the Asian Games semifinals on Monday, ending their bid for gold. The team will now compete against Thailand on Tuesday for the bronze medal. South Korea had gone undefeated through group play and the quarterfinals but couldn't overcome the host nation.
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Sports results like this affect local morale and conversations you'll hear around Korea, plus schedules may shift if matches are held near you.
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