A surge of high-energy beach volleyball action lit up courts across Europe and Africa as national tour stops treated fans to elite performances and fierce competition. Held in countries such as Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, and beyond, these tournaments are crucial stepping stones for athletes preparing for major international showings.
Highlights from the Tour Stops
- Belgium: Britt Ruysschaert and Isabel Van den Broeck clinched the women's title at Dendermonde.
- France: At Le Bois Plage de Ré, Liam Patte and Timothee Platre triumphed for the men, while Elsa Descamps and Romane Sobezalz seized women’s gold.
- Germany: In Bremen, Robin Sowa and Jonas Reinhardt emerged victorious in a tight men’s final. Nele Barber and Melanie Gernert dominated the women’s field.
- Greece: Thessaloniki’s vibrant event saw Anastasia Shirinina and Paraskevi Zafeiriou triumph after emerging from qualifiers. Norwegian duo Kjemperud and Utvik took the men’s gold.
- Italy: Manuel Alfieri and Alex Ranghieri captured the men’s championship in Caorle, while Chiara They and Sara Breidenbach lifted the women’s trophy.
- Netherlands: Local stars Alexander Brouwer & Steven van de Velde and Brecht Piersma & Noa Sonneville won top honors in Zandvoort.
- Poland: Staszow’s event saw Jedrzej Brozyniak and Piotr Janiak dominate the men’s category, while Patrycja Jundzill and Julia Gierczynska topped the women's field.
- Rwanda: At Lake Kivu Beach, Ghana’s team of Paul Akan and Abdul Hameed Ibrahim claimed the men’s win, and Benitha Mukandayisenga with Munezero Valentine led the women’s side.
- Slovakia: In Trnava, Matus Krajco and Michal Kilian won the men’s division. Barbora Tokosova and Martina Terenova earned the women’s trophy.
- Switzerland: At Schaffhausen's Emmi Caffe Latte Beachtour, Constantin Quadt and Michiel Zandbergen secured men’s gold while Menia Bentele and Annique Niederhauser prevailed in the women’s bracket.
A Glimpse into the Future
These tour stops not only rewarded local excellence but also spotlighted emerging volleyball talents heading towards the global stage. Their performances offer fans a preview of what to expect in upcoming international competitions.
For more information, see the full article on the FIVB website.
