The 2025 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships will take place in Adelaide, Australia from 14–23 November, marking the first time the tournament is hosted by the nation. Featuring 96 pairs—48 men's and 48 women's teams—from 40 countries, the event promises intense international competition over ten days.
Matches will be staged at two unique locations: The Drive and Pinky Flat (Tarntanya Wama), both selected to spotlight beach volleyball in a dynamic urban environment. The opening night launches with a high-energy “Green & Gold” super session that showcases top Australian athletes and international stars.
Opening Night Highlights
- Clancy/Milutinovic (AUS) vs. Wang/Xia (CHN)
- Åhman/Hellvig (SWE), Olympic gold medalists, vs. Burnett/Hodges (AUS)
- Nicolaidis/Carracher (AUS) vs. Iliyas/El Gharouti (MAR)
This year's edition is historic for Australia, fielding a record nine teams on home sand. Among the competitors, fans can look forward to watching:
- Cheng (USA), reigning world champion
- Perusic/Schweiner (CZE), world champions
- Ana Patrícia/Duda (Brazil), one of the sport’s top-ranked pairs
What’s at Stake
Beyond national pride, the event plays a significant role in Olympic qualification, with FIVB ranking points up for grabs. As such, Adelaide has become a focal point in the beach volleyball season and will be closely followed by international fans and athletes alike.
For a complete event schedule and live updates, visit the official FIVB website.
