Canadian beach volleyball stars Guillaume Rivest and Martin Licht have made headlines by earning a spot in the main draw of the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour's Tlaxcala Challenge in Mexico. With two consecutive wins in the qualification rounds, Rivest and Licht have significantly advanced Canada’s presence in this prestigious event.
Their journey started against Germany's Eric Stadie and Milan Sievers, where they clinched an intense 2-1 victory. Licht's defensive prowess was a standout feature in this win. Next, they faced fellow Canadians Luke de Greeff and Tynan Gannett, emerging victorious in a straight-set match. Now, their sights are set on Sweden's top-seeded duo, Jacob Holting Nilsson and Elmer Andersson, in the main draw.
The Tlaxcala Challenge is a prestigious part of the Beach Pro Tour, drawing top volleyball talent from across the globe. Rivest and Licht join international teams from:
- Latvia
- Paraguay
- Slovakia
- USA
- Australia
This highlights the tournament's variety and competitiveness.
Fans of beach volleyball can catch all the action live on the Beach Volleyball World YouTube channel. The Tlaxcala Challenge promises exciting contests, and with Rivest and Licht in the spotlight, the Canadian team is poised for success on Mexico's sandy courts.
For more details, you can read the full article on the Volleyball World website.
