DECEMBER 9, 2024
Cannon & Kraft Take Silver, Tina & Anastasija Earn Bronze
Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth claimed their second consecutive Beach Pro Tour gold at the 2024 Doha Finals, cementing their status as top contenders in women’s beach volleyball. With this win, the American duo secured their eighth gold and twelfth overall medal in the Tour.
Nuss & Kloth Dominate Again
Nuss and Kloth triumphed in the final, defeating fellow Americans Terese Cannon and Megan Kraft 2-0 (21-19, 21-17). This victory continues their dominance, marking another milestone in their successful partnership.
Cannon & Kraft Take Silver
Cannon and Kraft settled for silver after a strong performance throughout the tournament. This marks their fourth consecutive medal on the Beach Pro Tour, with previous podium finishes in Gstaad, Vienna, and Rio de Janeiro. They reached the final after a solid 2-0 semifinal win over Tina Graudina and Anastasija Samoilova.
Tina & Anastasija Win Bronze
In the bronze medal match, Tina Graudina and Anastasija Samoilova secured third place with a 2-0 (24-22, 21-16) victory over Xue Chen and Xia Xinyi of China. This is their first Beach Pro Tour Finals medal, with Graudina leading the match with 23 points.
Semifinal Highlights
Cannon & Kraft defeated Tina & Anastasija 2-0 (21-17, 21-14) in the semis, while Nuss & Kloth dominated Xue & Xia 2-0 (21-13, 21-13). Both American teams showed strong performances, earning their spots in the final.
Looking Ahead: Dominance Continues for Nuss & Kloth
With their back-to-back golds, Nuss and Kloth remain one of the most formidable teams in beach volleyball, and fans are eagerly awaiting their next challenge on the Beach Pro Tour.
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