France men outlast Russia for first gold

France routed out Russia 3-2 in a dramatic five-set match Saturday to win its first Olympic gold in men’s volleyball.

“History!!” Team France said on Twitter after the match. “Win or nothing.”

France opened strong in the final, winning the first two sets to take a lead that was short-lived: Russia stepped up to win the third and fourth set, sending the teams into a thrilling fifth set to determine the champion.