Russia ready to face first challenge in FIBA Worlds, says coach
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Sergey Bazarevich, head coach of Russia, speaks during a pre-match press conference in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Aug. 30, 2019. (Photos: Xinhua/Cheng Min)
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Vitaly Fridzon of Russia reacts during a pre-match press conference in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Aug. 30, 2019.
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Players of Russia attend a pre-match training session in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Aug. 30, 2019.
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Players of Russia attend a pre-match training session in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Aug. 30, 2019.