Two French teams are set to face off in a tightly contested match during the Round of 16 at the Beach Pro Tour Alanya Challenge, ensuring one French pair will advance to the quarterfinals. The duel between Téo Rotar and Arnaud Gauthier-Rat against compatriots Rémi Bassereau and Calvin Aye not only highlights France's deep pool of beach volleyball talent but also adds national pride to the international competition.
Rotar and Gauthier-Rat remain undefeated, having dominated Pool G with convincing straight-set victories over teams from Brazil and Ukraine. Their performance granted them a direct entry into the knockout stage. On the other hand, Bassereau and Aye demonstrated resilience, bouncing back from an early loss to prevail against Australian and Swiss teams in gripping matches, earning their place in Saturday’s elimination round.
Other Notable Matchups
The upcoming clashes aren’t limited to French storylines. Another national showdown awaits fans as two German teams – Winter/Pfretzschner and Henning/Wüst – battle for a spot in the quarterfinals. These intra-country rivalries add emotional intensity and familiarity to the tournament.
Apart from France and Germany, contenders from several other countries remain in contention, including:
- Brazil
- Austria
- Czech Republic
- United States
This diversity underscores the global depth of talent present in the competition and reinforces the worldwide appeal of the Beach Pro Tour.
What’s Next?
- Quarterfinals begin later this Saturday.
- Semifinals and medal matches are scheduled for Sunday.
All matches will take place at the Beach Sports Center in Alanya, a scenic location that continues to attract elite beach volleyball athletes from around the world.
The Alanya Challenge is part of the 2025 Beach Pro Tour, a series known for its competitive fields and as a litmus test for future international champions. For more on this exciting event and further updates, visit the official event page.
