Brazilian Duo Knocks Out Dutch Team in Women's Beach Volleyball

In an electrifying match held at the Eiffel Tower Stadium, Brazilian beach volleyball team Carol Seixas de Freitas and Barbara Seixas de Freitas triumphed over the Netherlands’ team, comprised of Katja Stam and Raisa Schoon, in the Women's Preliminary Phase Pool E. The match occurred on August 2, 2024, and was attended by a vibrant crowd of 10,860 fans.

The match lasted 1 hour and 11 minutes, showcasing high-energy rallies and expert plays. The Brazilian duo won the first set decisively with a score of 21-16, followed by a close second set, which they edged out 21-19, before concluding the match with a final score of 21-17 in the third set.

Throughout the match, Carol and Barbara demonstrated exceptional teamwork and strategy, successfully implementing 71 attacks with a success rate of 35%. They also achieved 5 match points and utilized their service effectively with 86 attempts, scoring 6 aces. On the other hand, the Dutch team displayed resilience, with 55 successful attacks of their own, but struggled with 13 unforced errors.

The victory places Carol and Barbara in a promising position as they look ahead in the tournament. Their performance not only reflects their hard work and dedication but also the strength of Brazilian beach volleyball on the world stage.