Four European beach volleyball duos have stormed into the semifinals of the 2025 Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour at the Nuvali Challenge in Santa Rosa, Philippines. Unyielding performances from teams representing Spain, Austria, England, and Italy set the stage for an all-European battle for the championship.
Semifinal Lineup
- Spain vs. Austria: Alejandro Huerta and Adrian Gavira face Christoph Dressler and Philipp Waller at 09:00 local time.
- England vs. Italy: Joaquin and Javier Bello, the English twin brothers, take on Italy’s Manuel Alfieri and Alex Ranghieri at 10:00.
Quarterfinal Highlights
The English Bello twins showcased grit and stamina, surviving four consecutive three-set battles, including a key upset over the Italian powerhouse team of Samuele Cottafava and Gianluca Dal Corso. Italy’s Alfieri and Ranghieri also demonstrated resilience, overcoming Indonesia’s Bintang Akbar and Sofyan Efendi in a come-from-behind victory.
Meanwhile, Spain’s Huerta and Gavira dominated with two straight wins on Saturday, capping the day by defeating Enrico Rossi and Marco Viscovich in straight sets. Austria's Dressler and Waller maintained their top-seed momentum, winning each of their knockout matches without dropping a set.
Final Matches
The winners from both semifinals will clash in the gold medal match scheduled for 17:00 local time, which will follow the third-place match earlier in the day.
Significance of the Event
The Nuvali Challenge is not just about medals. It provides valuable ranking points and is a vital stop on the Beach Pro Tour, helping prepare teams for next year’s premier tournaments.
For more details and updates, visit the official event page on the Volleyball World website.
