In a near-flawless match of Thailand, Onuma Sittirak scored a match-high 26 points including 21 attack hits from 53 determined attempts and four powerful jump serves. Nataliya Goncharova led Russia with 31 points which included 24 devastating spikes. She also led the blocking and serving skills with four and three points apiece.
With the hard-fought 3-2 win over the hosts, Russia had registered their straight seven wins in the World Grand Prix. They also improved their World Grand Prix win-loss record against Thailand to 9-0. However, the overall 19 points were not enough to carry them for the Finals in Sapporo, Japan.
For more information related to this competition, read World Grand Prix 2013.