Russia seek to extend WGCC record over Japan

Lausanne, Switzerland, Septermber 5, 2017 - Japan host Russia Wednesday in Tokyo to wrap up Day 2 of the 2017 FIVB Women's World Grand Champions Cup in what is the fifth time the two sides go head-to-head in the history of the competition. Russia won the first three of their previous matches, but Japan scored their first win in 2013. Japan can go 2-0 in this years competition after their opening day win over Korea, but Russia will be looking for theri first victory after falling to Brazil.