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Top Scorer of the Women’s Volleyball Superliga, Simone Lee Worried Flamengo Fans

Flamengo lost to Maringá last Thursday (12th), in the Women’s Volleyball Superliga. However, the biggest disappointment for the red-black fans was the concerning image of star player Simone Lee. During the match, the outside hitter landed awkwardly and twisted her ankle. Rubro-Negro updated the situation of the tournament’s top scorer and revealed a timeline for her return.

“We were all apprehensive about the injury to our dear Simone Lee in the last game. And for everyone who is worried and rooting for her, we came to update you on her situation,” began Sesc Rio Flamengo in a statement released on social media, before continuing.

“The outside hitter underwent an MRI last Friday (02/13) which revealed a partial injury between the fibula and the left ankle, not serious, and she will undergo conventional treatment. She is medicated, remains at rest, and the medical team expects to have her ready to play in time for the Copa Brasil semifinal,” the statement concluded.

WHY IS SIMONE LEE SO IMPORTANT FOR SESC RIO FLAMENGO?

Simone Lee is, quite simply, the top scorer of the Superliga, with 349 points. For comparison, the second is Cugno, from Osasco, with 319. In addition, Ariane from Fluminense rounds out the podium with 317. In other words, the Flamengo player leads the competition’s ranking by a wide margin.

WHEN WILL SIMONE LEE RETURN, AFTER ALL?

As highlighted by Flamengo, the medical department is racing against time to have Simone Lee available for the team’s next match. It will take place on February 27, against Osasco, in the semifinal of the Copa Brasil de Vôlei, which will be held in Paraná. The winner will face either Minas or Praia Clube in the final. The decisive stages of the knockout tournament will be held in Londrina, Paraná, at Ginásio Moringão.

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