The 2025 Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour heats up as Brazil and the United States clash in both women's semifinals on Sunday at the Joao Pessoa Elite16. This high-stakes matchup features fierce national pride and world-class athletes competing for a spot in the gold medal final.
Semifinal Showdowns
Sunday's schedule is packed with thrilling action:
- Ana Patricia Ramos and Eduarda ‘Duda’ Santos (Brazil) vs. Terese Cannon and Megan Kraft (USA)
- Carol Solberg and Rebecca Cavalcanti (Brazil) vs. Kelly Cheng and Molly Shaw (USA)
Cheng and Shaw are among the breakout performers in Joao Pessoa. Their impressive three-set victory over Brazil’s top-ranked Thamela Coradello and Victoria Lopes marked their third consecutive win over Brazilian pairs at the tournament.
Brazilian Strength on Home Sand
Carol and Rebecca, ranked second globally, advanced to the semifinals with back-to-back straight-set wins. Their quarterfinal triumph came against Latvia’s Tina Graudina and Anastasija Samoilova, showcasing solid defense and experienced shot-making under pressure.
Meanwhile, Ana Patricia and Duda have been dominant, not dropping a single set in the knockout rounds. As Olympic champions, they carry the weight of national expectations while enjoying the familiarity of home sand in Brazil.
American Grit and Upsets
Cannon and Kraft proved resilient after a bracket-stage loss by upsetting Canadian Olympic silver medalists Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson. The American duo, seeded eighth, showed grit and composure in a critical quarterfinal match.
Medal Matches Ahead
- Bronze Medal Match - 16:00 local time, Sunday
- Gold Medal Match - 18:00 local time, Sunday
With both semifinal fixtures featuring Brazil vs. USA, fans can expect a fierce and passionate display of world-class beach volleyball.
For more details, visit the official tournament site on Volleyball World.
