¡¡MACAO, Aug. 25 (Xinhua) -- Olympic and World Cup champion China beat the United States 3-2 Friday for its opening win at the 2006 World Grand Prix women's volleyball tournament in Macao.

    The United States, coached by China's volleyball legend Lang Ping, imposed great pressure on the Chinese team, as the Americans managed to claim the first game, 27-25.

    Facing the comparatively low-profile Americans, China bounced back from the first set gloom and commandeered the court with the powerful blocks and spikes before Wang Yimei sealed the second game 25-22 with a smash.

    The U.S. came back with its tireless defense and quick attack. China, however, won the third game, 25-22.