The 2025 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships are heating up in Adelaide as the tournament heads into the quarterfinal stage. This round features a captivating blend of veteran standouts and emerging stars, with electrifying performances shaping the competition.
Women's Bracket Highlights
Brazilian duo Thamela Coradello and Victoria Lopes stepped up in the absence of Olympic champions Ana Patricia and Duda, clinching a hard-fought three-set victory over Ukraine’s Lazarenko and Romaniuk. Their advancement keeps Brazil in contention for the title.
Due to Brazil’s medical-related withdrawal, U.S. pair Julia Donlin and Lexy Denaburg moved forward by forfeit. They will now face fellow Americans Kristen Nuss and Taryn Brasher, who earned their quarterfinal spot by defeating Dutch Olympians Katja Stam and Raisa Schoon in a come-from-behind win.
Meanwhile, Canada’s Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson continued their flawless campaign. The Olympic silver medalists have won all five matches in straight sets, including a decisive Round of 16 win over Spain’s Álvarez and Moreno.
Men's Bracket Shocks and Surges
The men's draw has delivered unexpected turns. France’s Teo Rotar and Arnaud Gauthier-Rat stunned Qatari Olympians Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan after saving an astonishing eight match points in a commendable comeback to reach the quarterfinals.
Reigning champions Ondrej Perusic and David Schweiner of Czechia maintained their dominance with a straight-sets win over Portugal’s Pedrosa and Campos. Their next hurdle will be Germany’s Nils Ehlers and Clemens Wickler, who upset Norwegian legends Anders Mol and Christian Sorum in a thrilling three-set battle.
Also grabbing headlines are Americans Chaim Schalk and James Shaw. Initially reserves, they now ride a four-match win streak after defeating Cuba’s Alayo and Díaz, transforming into the dark horse contenders of the tournament.
Looking Ahead
As Adelaide becomes the epicenter of world-class beach volleyball, fans can anticipate more drama and intensity in the quarterfinals. With seasoned pros and new contenders clashing, the journey to crown the 2025 World Champions is wide open.
To follow all results and match schedules, visit the official FIVB website here.
