The Bello twins, Javier and Joaquin Bello, marked a strong return to international beach volleyball by clinching a hard-fought three-set win at the 2025 Beach Pro Tour Challenge in Baden, Austria. The English duo battled through a thrilling matchup, ultimately overcoming Brazil’s Gustavo “Guto” Carvalhaes and Vitor Felipe with scores of 2-1 (24-26, 21-14, 22-20).
This dramatic match, played on the tournament’s opening day, stood out as one of the most intense on Thursday and ensured the Bellos a place in the elimination rounds. Taking place in Pool B, the victory was crucial in establishing their form following a break from international play since April’s stop in Saquarema.
Upcoming Challenges:
- Next match against Ukraine's Sergiy Popov and Eduard Reznik.
- A win secures a direct route to the Round of 16.
- A loss still offers a path forward via the Round of 24.
The opening day of main draw matches featured strong performances across the board, including standout moments from:
- Europe’s top pairings.
- Czech qualifiers Tadeas Trousil and Matyas Dzavoronok defeating a higher-seeded German team.
What’s Ahead:
- Friday – Final pool matches and start of knockout rounds.
- Sunday – Tournament conclusion with quarterfinals, semifinals, and medal matches.
This event provides not just competition but also a valuable chance for teams to accumulate ranking points and build momentum ahead of major tournaments. The energy in Baden suggests a thrilling weekend of high-stakes beach volleyball lies ahead.
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