Brazilian duo Carol Solberg and Rebecca Cavalcanti clinched gold at the Beach Pro Tour Elite16 in Rio de Janeiro after a hard-fought 2-1 victory against fellow Brazilians and world number one team Thamela Coradello and Victoria Lopes. The match scores were 18-21, 21-18, 15-11, highlighting their resilience and determination to conquer from behind.
This win marks Carol’s second consecutive gold on Rio's beach, having won previously in 2024 with Bárbara Seixas. For the team of Carol and Rebecca, it is their second victory and third medal overall as teammates on the Tour.
Match Highlights
- Rebecca Cavalcanti: Led the offense with 25 points, including three aces.
- Carol Solberg: Posted 21 points through strategic kill blocks and dynamic attacks.
- Opponents Thamela and Victoria added another silver, now totaling seven medals on the Tour.
Bronze Medal Match
In an all-American clash, Terese Cannon and Megan Kraft came out on top against Molly Shaw and Kelly Cheng with a straight-set win (21-13, 24-22). This result served as payback after a previous defeat and marked their seventh Tour podium finish.
Looking Ahead
Rio de Janeiro continues to play a crucial role in the road to Olympic qualification as part of the 2025 Beach Pro Tour. With rankings and reputations on the line, teams will now shift focus to upcoming key international stops that promise high-intensity competition.
For more detailed results and team profiles, you can access the full event coverage on the official website: Beach Pro Tour Rio 2025 - Official Summary.
