Lebanon achieved a historic milestone in beach volleyball as its players secured all six medals at the WAVA Beach Volleyball Tour held in Batroun. This dominant performance included all three podium spots in both men's and women's categories, marking a significant step forward for the sport in the nation.

Women's Podium Dominance

The women’s division was led by the stellar duo of Lara Al Nahi and Cheikho Mirna, who won the gold medal without dropping a single set throughout the tournament. Their final matchup ended in a decisive 2-0 win (21-6, 21-12) over compatriots Lea El Chabib and Mira Adra, who earned the silver. Bronze was claimed by Nour Hamze and Hamzeh Mirvat, completing the Lebanese sweep.

Close Battles in the Men’s Event

The men’s competition was more tightly contested. Paul Bou Akl and Charbel Khoueiry captured the gold following back-to-back three-set matches, including a challenging match against silver medalists Hadi El Chabib and Jad Abi Karam. Rounding off the podium were Omar Abi Karam and Jason El Najjar, who claimed the bronze after defeating a strong Qatari team in straight sets.

Regional Representation and International Support

This event hosted 21 teams from across the region, including entries from Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, and Yemen. Lebanon’s clean sweep is a reflection of the country’s upward trajectory in the sport, bolstered by the FIVB’s Volleyball Empowerment program, which provides valuable coaching and resources.

Impact on Lebanese Volleyball

The comprehensive medal haul at this event represents Lebanon's growing stature in regional beach volleyball. Success on this level helps elevate interest domestically and supports the development of both grassroots and elite programs.

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