Bołądź steps up as Poland's new No. 1 opposite, shines at Nations League in Chicago

32-year-old Bartłomiej Bołądź has secured the starting opposite hitter role for the Polish national volleyball team, filling the gap left by Bartosz Kurek. He was again one of Poland's standout performers at the Nations League tournament in Chicago under coach Nikola Grbić. His strong form means Kewin Sasak's slow return from injury is no longer a pressing concern.