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Philippines outlasts Australia, moves up to battle for fifth

The Philippines outlasted Australia, 21-25, 25-19, 19-25, 25-18, 15-12, on Sunday at the PhilSports Arena to move up to the battle for fifth place in the 2022 Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Cup for Women.

Tots Carlos led the way for the Filipinos with 26 points on 25 attacks and one block. Jema Galanza also came through with 18 points as Ced Domingo notched 15 points in the match that lasted for two hours and 31 minutes.

Philippines’ Jessica Margaret Galanza (left) spikes the ball during the Asian Volleyball Confederation Cup for Women semi-final match between Australia and Philippines in Pasig City on August 28, 2022. AFP PHOTO