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Brazil captain Gabi Guimarães out of VNL finals with back injury

Captain and star outside hitter Gabi Guimarães will miss the VNL finals due to lumbar discomfort. Also out: opposite Tainara (quadriceps tendon) and middle blocker Julia Kudiess (ACL). Maira Basso and Larissa Besen called up.

What it means

• Gabi Guimarães sidelined with lower back issue, focusing on recovery for South American Championship in September.
• Tainara out with quadriceps tendon injury, Julia Kudiess with ACL tear.
• Brazil faces Japan in the VNL finals on July 22 without three key players.

Model read

Brazil's squad is significantly weakened for the VNL finals, losing its captain, top scorer, and a key middle blocker. The absences hurt both attack and block, making Japan a formidable opponent.

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