The past week witnessed a flurry of action in international beach volleyball, as both national and global tournaments showcased rising talent and high-level performances. Countries across Europe wrapped up their national tours, while global venues in South America and Asia brought further excitement to the sport.
European Champions Crowned
- Austria: At the win2day Beach Volleyball Tour PRO finale in Kitzbühel, the Klinger sisters secured the women’s title, while Timo Hammarberg and Tim Berger won the men’s bracket.
- Germany: Timmendorfer Strand hosted the season’s final, where Svenja Müller and Cinja Tillmann triumphed among women, and Sven Winter with Lukas Pfretzschner took gold for men.
- Italy: In Bellaria Igea Marina, national favorites Manuel Alfieri & Alex Ranghieri and Valentina Gottardi & Reka Orsi Toth lived up to expectations to become champions.
International Stops Heat Up
- Ecuador: At the Zero Latitude Tour in Quito, Jose Bowen & Isaac Jimenez led the men’s category, while Romina Arroyo & Valentina Huacon claimed victory for the women.
- Japan: A mixed-nationality duo of Taito Mizumachi and New Zealander Thomas Hartles triumphed in the men’s finals. The Matsumoto sisters won a closely contested women’s final.
- Spain: The National Circuit in Gijon saw underdogs Cesar Menendez & Francisco Tomas seize the men’s title. Maria Sevillano & Lucy Ifoma Monteiro led a strong charge to win the women’s division.
- Turkiye: The Bioderma Pro Beach Tour featured an all-Iranian final, with Alireza Aghajanighasab and Abbas Pourasgari showcasing both skill and teamwork to win the men's crown.
Looking Ahead
These outcomes underline the global rise of beach volleyball, as emerging stars challenge established players and nations invest more in the sport’s development. With momentum carrying into upcoming international championships, fans can expect even more dynamic matchups on the sand.
For full details and match results, visit the official coverage on the FIVB website.
