The 2025 FIVB Beach Volleyball U21 World Championship kicked off in Puebla, Mexico, with exhilarating matches marking the start of the men’s pool play. Hosted under vibrant skies, the championship saw 32 international teams competing across eight pools, offering a thrilling showcase of emerging beach volleyball talent.
Among the standout performances was the Swiss duo, Julian Friedli and Tim Pirmin Amrein, who triumphed over Kazakhstan’s Klim Ryukhov and Vladislav Mastikhin in a tight 2-1 battle. Another gripping encounter saw Czechia achieve a dramatic comeback against Namibia after facing match point, securing their win in the third set.
Pool C featured a clash of champions where Latvia’s Gustavs Auzins and Kristians Fokerots, both with U19 titles to their names, dominated Poland's Szymon Pietraszek and Jakub Krzeminski in straight sets, signaling their readiness to conquer at the U21 level.
Adding to the excitement, host nation Mexico delivered a commanding performance. The duo of Antonio Lares and Carlos Andres Ayala energized the home crowd by defeating Belgium’s Casper Willems and Alexy Humblet in straight sets. Meanwhile, other top teams from:
- Germany
- Brazil
- United States
- Australia
cruised to strong 2-0 victories in their respective openers.
As the pool stage continues into Friday, anticipation builds around who will advance to the elimination rounds. The U21 Championship serves as a launching pad for the sport’s future stars, attracting young athletes from around the globe eager to climb the ranks in international beach volleyball.
For more updates on the championship, visit the official FIVB article here.
