Louisa Lippmann and Linda Bock have successfully advanced to the main draw of the Beach Pro Tour Elite16 in Gstaad, Switzerland, after securing a straight-sets victory in a competitive qualifying round.
The German duo triumphed over their compatriots Melanie Paul and Lea Kunst with a score of 21-19, 21-17, signaling a strong transition from their indoor volleyball careers to the beach format. Set against the scenic Swiss Alps, the match showcased their growing prowess in international beach volleyball.
Lippmann, who began focusing on beach volleyball in 2022, has already achieved notable success, including competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics. She teamed up with Bock in early 2025, and the partnership has quickly proved effective, earning them a silver medal at the Warmia Mazury Challenge.
Group Stage Matchups
In the main draw’s Pool C, Lippmann and Bock will face strong competition from:
- Carol Salgado and Rebecca Cavalcanti (Brazil)
- Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes (Canada)
- Maryna Hladun and Tetiana Lazarenko (Ukraine)
Other teams advancing from the qualifiers include entries from the Netherlands, France, Finland, Czechia, and the USA, each vying for valuable ranking points and momentum in the 2025 season.
What’s Ahead
The main draw will continue on Thursday with 18 pool matches on the schedule. Friday will feature the final pool play games and Round of 18, while the knockout rounds will unfold over the weekend. The Gstaad stop remains a fan favorite, known for high-level play and enthusiastic crowds.
The event also carries significant weight as athletes accumulate ranking points that could help determine their spots in future Olympic events.
For more details and match updates, visit the official article on Volleyball World.
