Taylor and Trevor Crabb have advanced to the Round of 12 at the 2025 Beach Pro Tour Itapema Elite after a hard-fought comeback victory in Brazil. On Friday, competing at Meia Praia Beach, the American brothers edged past Austria’s Christoph Dressler and Mathias Seiser in a tight three-set match (17-21, 21-18, 15-13).
This marks only their second tournament together this season. Despite limited time as a team, they managed to place second in their pool, earning a place in the knockout stage. Their resilience and team chemistry were on full display during the decisive match.
In the next round, the Crabb brothers will take on a formidable Brazilian pair: 2017 World Champion André Loyola and 2022 World Championship medalist Renato Lima. Undefeated in both qualifiers and the main draw, the Brazilian duo will have the advantage of home support as they look to continue their dominant run.
Upcoming Matches to Watch
- Brazil’s Evandro Gonçalves and Arthur Lanci vs. Latvia’s Martins Plavins and Kristians Fokerots
- Italy’s Samuele Cottafava and Gianluca Dal Corso vs. Argentina’s Capogrosso brothers
Saturday will be crucial with both the Round of 12 and quarterfinals scheduled. Top teams from countries such as Brazil, Czechia, France, and Italy remain in the running, making for an intense weekend of beach volleyball action.
The Itapema Elite is a key tournament in the 2025 Beach Pro Tour, offering valuable ranking points and a coveted shot at the podium. For full event coverage, visit the official report on Beach Pro Tour Itapema Elite.
