Norwegian star Anders Mol wrapped up his iconic beach volleyball career with a decisive win at the Beach Pro Tour's Elite16 event in Montréal. Partnering with Christian Sørum, they claimed their third consecutive title in Montréal. The duo dominated the tournament, winning without dropping a single set and secured gold against the Brazilian duo André Loyola and Renato Lima.

Widely regarded as among the top blockers in beach volleyball, Mol will shift to indoor volleyball with Italian club Rana Verona for the 2026-2027 season. His departure temporarily leaves a gap on the sand, but he plans a return in 2027 to pursue his third Olympic appearance with Sørum. They first gained international acclaim with gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and bronze at Paris 2024.

Norwegian Success

The win in Montréal was Mol's 38th international victory with Sørum, highlighting a strong performance by Norwegian teams, with two others reaching the quarterfinals. For the host nation, Canadians Sam Schachter and Jonathan Pickett earned bronze, celebrating their first medal in 16 Beach Pro Tour events together.

The Road Ahead

This marks the finale of the Elite series events for the 2026 Beach Pro Tour, with Futures events set for later in the season. While Mol's departure is a notable event in the sport, fans eagerly await his comeback as Norway gears up for future Olympic pursuits.

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