Brazil has made history once again in the world of beach volleyball by securing all four positions in the women’s semifinals at the 2025 Beach Pro Tour Itapema Elite16. For just the second time ever, one nation has dominated the semifinal round of an Elite16 event—both times being Brazil.
All-Brazilian Semifinal Lineup
Fans at Meia Praia Beach are guaranteed an all-Brazilian podium after a stunning home-court performance. Four pairs have advanced to the semifinals:
- Talita Antunes and Taiana Lima – veterans who fought through two all-Brazilian battles, including a tight 2-1 match against Thâmela Coradello and Victoria Lopes.
- Thainara Oliveira and Talita Simonetti – rising stars who broke through to their first Pro Tour semifinal with strong wins over American opponents.
- Carol Salgado and Rebecca Cavalcanti – seasoned rivals who will take on Coradello and Lopes in a rematch of their bronze medal clash from the 2025 FIVB World Championship.
- Thâmela Coradello and Victoria Lopes – impressive young competitors who continue to perform at the elite level.
Historical Significance
This is only the second instance of a single nation filling every semifinal slot in an Elite16 event, following Brazil’s first sweep in Uberlândia in 2022. The achievement underscores the country’s deep talent pool and dominance in women’s beach volleyball.
What's Next
With medals and ranking points on the line, the final day of the tournament promises intense, high-level matchups driven by national pride. Sunday's showdowns will be a fitting finale to an unforgettable season on the sand.
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