Enrico Rossi and Marco Viscovich captured the gold medal at the 2025 Battipaglia Futures, a key stop on the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour. With this achievement, they secured their first-ever Beach Pro Tour medal as a team, solidifying their place among the sport’s rising duos.
In an all-Italian final, Rossi and Viscovich delivered a commanding performance against fellow countrymen Alex Ranghieri and Manuel Alfieri, winning in straight sets—21-14, 21-16. The gold medal match capped an undefeated run through five matches in the tournament.
Path to the Podium
- Rossi and Viscovich: Defeated Austria’s Alexander Huber and Robin Seidl in the semifinals (17-21, 21-13, 15-8).
- Ranghieri and Alfieri: Earned their finals spot by beating Italians Tiziano Andreatta and Davide Benzi.
- Bronze Medal Match: Huber and Seidl edged past Andreatta and Benzi in a closely fought battle (21-19, 19-21, 17-15).
Significance of Battipaglia Futures
The 2025 Battipaglia Futures welcomed 50 teams (25 men’s and 25 women’s) representing 19 nations. The tournament reflects the spirit of the Beach Pro Tour by mixing experienced competitors with newer athletes seeking to climb the world rankings.
Events like these not only award vital ranking points but also serve as crucial training grounds for athletes developing toward higher-tier tournaments.
What’s Next?
Following Battipaglia, the Futures circuit continues with upcoming events scheduled for:
- Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria – June 5–8
- Prague, Czechia
- Krakow, Poland
These tournaments promise continued excitement and further opportunities for athletes to shine on the global stage.
For more information, visit the official article on the Volleyball World website.
