Adelmo and Mateus Triumph in Intense Match to Secure João Pessoa Main Draw Spot

In an electrifying qualifier at the Beach Pro Tour João Pessoa Elite event, Brazilian duo Adelmo Folha and Mateus Dultra clinched a spot in the main draw with a thrilling comeback victory over fellow Brazilians Henrique Barros and Mateus 'Manaus' Rodrigues. The match, the only three-setter in the men's qualifier, witnessed Adelmo and Mateus overcoming a tough start to win 2-1 (15-21, 21-16, 16-14).

This achievement marks a pivotal point in the Beach Volleyball circuit, as João Pessoa hosts the first Elite event of the 2026 season. Joining them in the main draw are another Brazilian pair, two American teams, and participants from Argentina, Germany, Latvia, and Switzerland. The American duos, Trevor Crabb and Robert Harrison, alongside Cody Caldwell and Jacob La Bouliere, also made it through, highlighting the international competition typical of top-tier beach volleyball tournaments.

The Beach Volleyball matches in João Pessoa will continue to engage fans as the 24 teams in the main draw compete in six pools of four. The action-packed schedule starts with each team playing twice on the first day, with matches running from morning until late evening local time.

This event stands as proof of the growing global allure of beach volleyball, attracting skilled athletes and enthusiastic crowds from around the world. The João Pessoa Elite promises to deliver exceptional performances as these top players compete for dominance in one of the sport's most prestigious venues.

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