Swedish Beach Volleyball Teams Set for 2024 European Championships
Swedish beach volleyball teams prepare for the European Championships in Düsseldorf.
Key Points
- • Åhman and Hellvig are defending champions and returning for a third title.
- • Young duo Hölting Nilsson and Andersson debut in the senior EM after U22 success.
- • Tournament runs from July 30 to August 3, 2024, in Düsseldorf, Germany.
- • Åhman and Hellvig are in Group B, facing Italy, while Hölting Nilsson and Andersson are in Group G against Germany.
The 2024 European Beach Volleyball Championships are gearing up to begin in Düsseldorf, Germany, showcasing two Swedish teams vying for success on the continental stage. Defending champions David Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig aim to secure their third title after winning gold in both 2022 and 2023. They are returning to the competition after a break to recover from their performance in the Paris Olympics and are regarded as strong favorites to defend their championship.
In addition to Åhman and Hellvig, emerging talents Jacob Hölting Nilsson and Elmer Andersson are making their senior EM debuts. Having recently triumphed at the U22 championship, the young duo is eager to make a significant impact in this tournament. Both expressed a fierce determination to compete, with Andersson stating, "We want to take scalps and don’t shy away from anyone."
The tournament runs from July 30 to August 3, with Åhman and Hellvig set to compete in Group B, starting their campaign against Italy's lowest-seeded team. Meanwhile, Hölting Nilsson and Andersson will kick off their journey in Group G, where they will face the tough challenge of the third-seeded German team. With excitement building, both teams are ready to showcase their skills and make their mark in Düsseldorf.