The 33rd edition of the CEV EuroBeachVolley 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany, culminated in an exhilarating final match. This highly anticipated showdown featured two of Europe`s most dominant beach volleyball teams of the past decade: the formidable Swedish duo David Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig, often referred to as the `jump-setting Swedes,` against Norway`s legendary `beach volley Vikings,` Anders Mol and Christian Sørum.
Following two intense semi-final clashes earlier in the day, the championship final lived up to all expectations. The battle for gold was fiercely contested, with each team claiming a set, pushing the match to a decisive tie-break. In this thrilling final set, the Norwegian pair demonstrated superior endurance and composure, securing an incredible victory. This monumental win marks their fifth European title, a remarkable achievement four years after their previous triumph.
Match Results:
- Final: Åhman/Hellvig (SWE) vs Mol/Sørum (NOR): 1-2 (17-21, 21-16, 15-11)
Anders Mol
5-Time European Champion
Earlier, the all-Dutch bronze medal match saw the pair of Brouwer/van de Velde clinch third place and a spot on the podium after a hard-fought contest.
- Bronze Medal Match: Boermans/de Groot (NED) vs Brouwer/van de Velde (NED): 1-2 (21-11, 24-26, 13-15)
