Russian duo proud of setting new ground

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Russia’s Konstantin Semenov and Viacheslav Krasilnikov progressed to the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games quarterfinals after they defeated Qatar’s Jefferson Pereira and Cherif Younousse 2-0 (21-13, 21-13) at the Copacabana Beach Arena on Friday.

Here’s what they said after the match…

Konstantin Semenov, Russia

“We were up against a tough opponent, but we were very serious before the game. We worked on all elements of our game, setting really good blocks and having good defence. That’s why we are great.

“All victories for Russians are important. For the history of Russia, we …

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