Rematch of Olympic Beach Volleyball Champs Set for European Quarterfinals
Swedish beach volleyball champions set to rematch German rivals in European Championship quarterfinals.
Key Points
- • Åhman/Hellvig will meet Ehlers/Wickler in a rematch of the Olympic final.
- • Ehlers/Wickler defeated young Swedish duo Hölting Nilsson/Andersson in the quarterfinals.
- • Wickler calls Åhman/Hellvig the best team in the world.
- • Ehlers expresses their determination for revenge in the upcoming match.
In an eagerly awaited rematch, Swedish Olympic beach volleyball champions David Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig will face the German duo of Nils Ehlers and Clemens Wickler in the quarterfinals of the European Championship. This showdown comes on the heels of Ehlers/Wickler's recent victory over young Swedish players Jacob Hölting Nilsson and Elmer Andersson, who they defeated to advance.
Clemens Wickler acknowledged Åhman and Hellvig’s skill, stating, "It’s going to be a tough match; they are the best in the world right now." Nils Ehlers expressed a strong motivation for revenge following their loss to the Swedes in the Olympic final, declaring, "We wanted this chance for revenge. Now we will do everything to be better." The match is crucial not just for the title but also for pride, as both teams seek to prove their mettle on a significant platform.
This quarterfinal match is scheduled to be broadcast live on SVT at 13:25, marking a defining moment in the ongoing rivalry between these two powerhouses in beach volleyball. As the stakes rise, fans await an intense confrontation that promises to deliver high-level athleticism and competitive spirit.