The rise of the old Eastern Bloc at amateur level is a really interesting development in the sport.
Since those countries have started competing on their own at the Olympics, they've won the Val Barker trophy at every single tournament. Now you're seeing them become more and more prominent at the pro level as well.
It will be interesting to see where they're at 5-10 years down the road. Is there a very definite ceiling there or can these guys become the major force within the sport?
Since those countries have started competing on their own at the Olympics, they've won the Val Barker trophy at every single tournament. Now you're seeing them become more and more prominent at the pro level as well.
It will be interesting to see where they're at 5-10 years down the road. Is there a very definite ceiling there or can these guys become the major force within the sport?
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