Cardin steps up in France’s straight-set win over Cuba

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Cardin had 14 attacks, a block and an ace to lead all scorers. Remi Bassereau also had a productive day with 15 points to outscore Cuban top scorer Rey Isaac Flores Quesada, who tallied 11 markers. France had a big advantage with 42 attacks and six aces, but Cuba played better defence at the net with nine blocks.

France had lesser errors than Cuba to win 25-19 in the power-packed first set. After trailing the Cubans, the Frenchmen started another strong run led by Bassereau to level the score and complete the second set win at 25-23. France made a 5-0 run headed by Celestin Cardin after the tied score of 5-all. The European side mounted an even bigger lead, which helped them reach set and match victory easily.