Lithuanian volleyball players I. Vasiliauskaitė and E. Kliokmanaitė have begun their participation in a major international beach volleyball tournament in Brazil. They successfully navigated the qualification round, where they secured a confident 2:0 win against the Canadian duo Kaylee Glagau and Abbey Thorup, gaining entry into the main competition. However, they faced a challenging start in the group stage, suffering a 0:2 defeat to the highly ranked Dutch team of Katja Stam and Raisa Schoon.

In their second group match, the Lithuanian athletes delivered an impressive performance against Svenja Muller and Cinja Tillmann, the current European champions and medalists from the upcoming 2025 European championships. In a thrilling match lasting 48 minutes, Vasiliauskaitė and Kliokmanaitė emerged victorious with a score of 2:1, showcasing their resilience and skill on the sand. This victory not only marks a notable achievement against top-tier competitors but also boosts their morale as they aim for advancement in the tournament.

They are set to play their final group stage match against Brazilian players Carolina Horta and Elize Maia, who are still searching for their first win. The top three teams from their group will advance to the knockout stage, presenting an exciting opportunity for the Lithuanians to vie for a spot among the best teams in the tournament. This campaign in Brazil is a significant moment for Lithuanian beach volleyball, highlighting the country’s growing presence on the international stage.