Propably yes, but if she wants to play, I think coach can replace Carutasu to Markova. I don`t know what is the main plan of this move
But she'll never bench Vargas so she won't be able to play like Carutasu. If she wants to play for an NT, It'd make more sense for her to play for Poland. 
I'm guessing it's just for club games only? It wouldn't make sense for her to play for Turkiye NT when they already have Vargas and also Carutasu.
If I add my two cents on this, I believe playing VNL is very important as well CL, and playing for Italian or the Turkish league. First of all, playing for CL and Turkish or Italian leagues prepares the player far better than playing for some other leagues. To understand the importance of the VNL don’t look back far. Who won the VNL and later the European Championship? Turkiye!! Who won the VNL and later the OG this year. Italy!! VNL is a perfect ground for getting ready.
I agree. If the players are worried about getting too exhausted with games in NT and club, maybe teams could alternate players? Like for example, the reserve players play 1 week and the starters play the next week? I know it's easy to say this when probably coaches know better but it seems to makes more sense to play VNL than to organize friendly matches. Serbia got screwed big time by coming into the olympics out of rhythm which is sad because they have what it takes to win a medal.
True. Ask Putin on that...
If I did, I wouldn't be able to post here 
She is way too smiley and positive for the Russian team anyway
good choice to play for Italy.
Not that she'd get the opportunity to smile with Russia on court because you know, Russia's banned. 
Makes her decision to play for Italy even more smarter.
Years ago, I thought Antropova made the wrong decision to play for Italy instead of Russia specially when Egonu would always be the starter for sure but I this NT season proved me wrong. Her contributions in the double is undeniable and has a huge impact in Italy's victories. Velasco, of course, has a hand in it. Huge props to him for coming in to the team at the right time!
My dream team:
Setter: Orro
Opposite: Egonu
OH: Gabi, Sylla
MB: Danesi, Thaisa
Libero: de Gennaro
MVP: Egonu
Not really the epic final I was looking for, but still very happy for Italy winning gold! A team that has always been a gold-medal contender for years now joins Japan, Soviet Union, China, Cuba, Brazil, and USA as Olympic gold medalists! Finally, they've reached their full potential after so many years of failures. Congrats, Italia! History's been made today!
Well, that's embarassing. USA with 0 blocks 
was that Picci with Mireya ?
I thought it was Luis, too. I've already spotted a number of retired volleyball players. Picci, Luis, Courtney Thompson, and just a few minutes ago, Kim YK.
but with bad result
Bad result for Russia for sure. But still a great game for both teams, overall.
I just hope to watch an epic final match. It is as half entertaining than Athens 2004 or Sydney 2000, I would be more than satisfied. Last time a gold medal match ended in 5 sets was 20 years ago
Still remains the best volleyball olympic final.
Rooting for an italian win today! 
Congrats, Brazil! Great to see the team bounce back after the loss against USA. So happy for my favorite Brazilian player, Thaisa! What a legend she is!
About Turkey, this is just my opinion, but I think their desire to win everything like last year backfired this time. The players' eagerness is admirable for sure, but they obviously needed rest after a tiring club season. As a consequence, the players suffered injuries which resulted in winning nothing. Still, they'll be contenders again for gold in LA 2028.
Again, congrats, Brazil!
Surely Brazil should win now?
If they don't, they don't deserve bronze.
That was probably the worst block touch challenge ever
To be honest, Roberta is playing her worst two matches in the season these last two days (SF and bronze medal match). I dont like at all her distribution nor the accuracy of her sets. I admit she is one of the best to keep the things simple, but the accuracy of her sets has been below her standards.
She was criticised for not involving her middles, but she is doing it in the wrong moments
and when the pass is perfect, she sets bad (like now).
MY thoughts exactly. This is the difference between her and Macris. If I remember correctly, Brazil wins the important matches when Macris is the setter. I wish Ze would put her in soon because Brazil's offense runs smoothly with her specially Roberta is currently inaccurate with her sets.
Brazil's block clicking into gear again at the end of the set! I think Macris should be the setter at the 3rd set. Brazil's offense is better with her. Turkey is better with Derya and Meliha as OHs.
Great rally! Amazing defense by Brazil there.
Nyeme is making things harder for her and the hitters by forcing to jump set. Girl, you don't need to be flashy. Just give a bump set the attackers can hit.
its medal or nothing for her last Olympics.
Hope she puts up an epic performance for her last game with the NT 
