Swedish Beach Volleyball Duo Aim for Gold in Malmö, Following World Tour Success
Malmö, Sweden – Following a surge in popularity fueled by recent Swedish successes, beach volleyball returns to Malmö with high expectations. The Beach Pro Tour Futures event, scheduled for 2025, aims to build on the momentum generated by a recent World Tour victory on home sand.
Rising Stars Claim World Tour Title
In a remarkable display of talent, Jacob Hölting Nilsson, 20, and Elmer Andersson, 18, secured a World Tour beach volleyball title in Malmö, defeating Germany’s Momme Lorenz and Tilo Rietschel 2–0 in the final. The Swedish duo overcame a challenging second set to win 21-17, celebrating their victory in front of a home crowd Sweden Herald.
Olympic Champions Face Setback
Despite the absence of Olympic champions David Åhman and Jonathan Hellvig due to an injury to Hellvig before the semi-final, the Swedish team demonstrated its depth. Åhman and Hellvig expressed their eagerness to return for the 2025 competition, stating their desire to “fight for the gold.”
Defending Champions and Local Pride
For Jacob Hölting Nilsson, the Malmö competition holds special significance. As the reigning champion from the previous year, alongside Elmer Andersson, he also enters as a celebrated WC silver medalist and world third-place finisher. Nilsson expressed his excitement about the opportunity to defend his title, noting the rarity of competing at such a high level so close to home. Sweden Herald.
Coach’s Perspective
Coaches Rasmus Jonsson and Anders Kristiansson emphasized the unique benefits of hosting the world tour in Sweden, highlighting the motivational impact on the players and the developmental opportunities presented by playing before a large domestic audience. They aim to showcase beach volleyball at its highest level and inspire greater participation in the sport.
Beach Volleyball Access in Malmö
Malmö offers several beach volleyball courts open to the public. Locations include Scaniaparken (six courts), Ribersborgsstranden, Malmö IP (two bookable courts), Rosengårds Södra IP, and Gröningen. Access to most courts is free and does not require booking, except at Malmö IP, which can be booked by schools through the Rbok system. Malmö Stad.
Looking Ahead
The 2025 Beach Pro Tour Futures event in Malmö promises to be a showcase of Swedish beach volleyball talent, building on recent successes and inspiring a new generation of players. Uppsala will host the tour final in August 2026, further solidifying Sweden’s position as a key destination for beach volleyball. Svensk volleyboll.