2010 Women’s FIVB Volleyball World Championship
Russia won the 2010 Women's FIVB Volleyball World Championship, defeating Brazil in the final.
Women's 2010 at a Glance
Russia won the 2010 Women's FIVB Volleyball World Championship, defeating Brazil 3–2 in the final. Japan took bronze ahead of United States.
The edition featured 24 national teams from 29 October – 14 November 2010, with the decisive stage in Tokyo, Japan. Ekaterina Gamova was named tournament MVP.
Key Results
Performance Leaders
Ekaterina Gamova
Most Valuable Player
How the 2010 Edition Fits the Tournament Story
Russia retained the women’s world title with a five-set victory over Brazil. Ekaterina Gamova was named tournament MVP, while Japan earned its first World Championship medal since 1978.
The medal matches fixed the top four as Russia, Brazil, Japan and United States. The full placement table preserves the complete edition rather than only the podium.
Format, Field & Host
Twenty-four teams began in four preliminary pools of six. The top teams advanced to a second round before classification matches and the medal round determined the final positions.
Japan hosted the tournament, with the championship match staged in Tokyo on 14 November 2010.
What Defined the 2010 Women's Edition
TITLE MATCH
Russia finished on top
Russia defeated Brazil 3–2 in the final to secure the 2010 title.
BRONZE MATCH
Japan completed the podium
Japan beat United States 3–2 in the bronze-medal match.
TOURNAMENT MVP
Ekaterina Gamova earned the top individual honour
Ekaterina Gamova was named MVP of the 2010 Women's edition.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Why this edition still matters
Russia retained the women’s world title with a five-set victory over Brazil. Ekaterina Gamova was named tournament MVP, while Japan earned its first World Championship medal since 1978.
Place in Tournament History
Teams in 2010
Russia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Brazil Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · South America (CSV)
View team →Japan Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →United States Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Italy Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Türkiye Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Germany Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Serbia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Poland Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →China Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Netherlands Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Cuba Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →South Korea Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Thailand Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Czech Republic Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryPeru Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryCosta Rica Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryCroatia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryDominican Republic Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Puerto Rico Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Algeria Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryCanada Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Kazakhstan Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryKenya Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Africa (CAVB)
View team →2010 Women's Edition FAQ
Who won the 2010 Women's FIVB Volleyball World Championship?
Russia won the title, defeating Brazil 3–2 in the final.
Who won the bronze medal?
Japan took bronze with a 3–2 win over United States.
How many teams competed?
24 national teams took part in the 2010 Women's edition.
Who was the tournament MVP?
Ekaterina Gamova was named tournament MVP.
Tournament Sources
Notable Players
