With one minute left of the match, Russia acknowledged 32-32 after the left-hander received an almost impossible ball from the edge. A short time later, the Dutch national team captain decided to take time out - despite the fact that the entire 47 seconds remained of the match.
The Netherlands went through a breakthrough to get the clock rolling and with 20 seconds left Estavana Polman almost came through before she played the ball to which from close range put 33-32.
The Russians had the opportunity of receipt. But no one dared to step forward and with six seconds left, Russian star Anna Vjachireva got shot. The ball threw outside and the match ended 33-32.
The Dutch players jumped onto the pitch and cheered high over the final place.
- It is absolutely fantastic, I lack words. To have such a cruel match with his team is wonderful, I am so very happy, "Netherlands' Estavana Polman told TV6.
- We stood together today and were swept as a team.
For Russia, games are waiting for the third place.