Players of the United States celebrate after men's volleyball gold medal match against Brazil at the Beijing Olympic Games in Beijing, China, Aug. 24, 2008. The United States beat Brazil 3-1 and won the gold.[Xinhua Photo]

The United States defeated Brazil 3-1 to take the men's volleyball gold medal at the Beijing Olympic Games on Sunday.

The Americans won the final 20-25, 25-22, 25-21 and 25-23.

Russia got the bronze medal, beating Italy 25-22, 25-29 and 25-23.