In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of Volleyball at the 2008 Summer Olympics. From its origins to its relevance today, we will carefully analyze all aspects related to Volleyball at the 2008 Summer Olympics, exploring its impact in different areas of society. Through an exhaustive tour, we will address its implications in culture, economy, politics and daily life, exposing its most relevant characteristics and possible future perspectives. With an interdisciplinary approach, we will seek to deeply understand the importance of Volleyball at the 2008 Summer Olympics in the current context, highlighting its influence and unraveling the main questions it raises.
Volleyball at the Games of the XXIX Olympiad | |
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Venue | Capital Indoor Stadium and Beijing Institute of Technology Gymnasium (indoor) Chaoyang Park Beach Volleyball Ground (beach) |
Dates | 9 – 24 August 2008 |
Volleyball at the 2008 Summer Olympics | ||
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Indoor | ||
Tournament | men | women |
Rosters | men | women |
Beach | ||
Tournament | men | women |
Rosters | men | women |
Volleyball competitions (beach and indoor) at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing were held from 9 to 24 August 2008. Indoor volleyball events were held at Capital Indoor Stadium and Beijing Institute of Technology Gymnasium. Beach volleyball competitions were held from 9 to 22 August 2008 at the Beach Volleyball Ground at Chaoyang Park.
The 2008 Summer Olympics volleyball competitions brought the introduction of the new ball with a new moulding design making it more softened compared to the Mikasa MVP200.
4 sets of medals were awarded in the following events:
Rank | Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
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1 | United States | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
2 | Brazil | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
3 | China | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
4 | Russia | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Totals (4 entries) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 12 |