PHL falls to Thailand after epic 3rd set marathon in women's volleyball

Despite the home squad's valiant effort, the Philippine women's national volleyball team fell to Thailand, 25-16, 25-22, 34-32, in the Southeast Asian Games at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City Thursday.

Pimpichaya Kokram's off-speed hit in the epic third set marathon sealed the victory for Thailand.

The Nationals remained winless in two games, while Thailand improved to a clean 2-0 win-loss record.

Mylene Paat tried to extend the second salvo, 22-24, but a quick hit from Thailand propelled it to a commanding 2-0 set lead.

Back-to-back kills from Thailand in the first frame, capped by Pornpun Guedpard's block allowed it to take the upper hand early, 25-16.

The Philippines will try to bounce back against Indonesia on Saturday, 6 pm, at the same venue.

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—MGP, GMA News