The third day of the European
Championship showed us the morning wins of Spain and Czech over Croatia and
Sweden. In the afternoon the Netherlands defeated Russian team (3-1), Germany
prevailed over Britain (3-2) and Greece was edged out by France (7-1). The day
finished with the game Italy-Belgium. The second one was defeated with the
score 15-0.
The next day will show the composition
of the Super Round Robin. It is already obvious that Czech Republic, Spain, the
Netherlands and Italy are qualified for the Final Round. France and Germany can
follow them in case they defeat Russia and Belgium. We all expect to see the
games between Netherlands and Czech Republic, Italy and Spain. Also Greece will
meet with Croatia and Britain with Swedish team.
Frederic Hanvi from France was called
the best on Sunday.
No surprises:
18 games are already played. The
favorite on paper has won on each occasion. However after five of the six games
on day one ended early due to mercy rule, only two games have suffered this
fate since then.
Interesting fact:
Italy and the Netherlands have met 25
times in the finals. They are both multiple winners of the European
Championship: Netherlands – 16 wins and Italy – 9.
Photo by Gregor Eisenhuth
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