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FRA M: Cannes Stuns Defending Champions in Season Opener

by WoV

In a thrilling start to the 2024-2025 Marmara Spikeligue season, AS Cannes, newly promoted from Ligue B, pulled off a stunning upset by defeating reigning champions Saint-Nazaire in a five-set nail-biter (22-25, 25-23, 18-25, 25-20, 15-13). The intense match came down to a crucial turning point at 12-12 in the final set, where Czech player Lukas Demar’s clutch play helped Cannes edge ahead.

Photo source: AS Cannes Volley

Egyptian star Reda Haikal led the charge with 20 points, securing Cannes’ dramatic victory on the Côte d’Azur. Saint-Nazaire will look to bounce back against Plessis-Robinson next week, while Cannes heads to Narbonne, eager to continue their winning momentum.

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