Doha Finals Day 2: Defending champions Bekhuis/Piersma progress

The Queen & King of the Court Doha Finals 2023, hosted at the Aspire Zone, witnessed an exhilarating Day 2, with some intense matches taking place and big names going through along the way.

Women’s Group C: Defending Champions Secure Strong Start

The defending champions, Wies Bekhuis and Brecht Piersma, opened their title defense impressively, advancing alongside Sweden's Thurin/Thurin and the German/American duo Sude/Quiggle. The Dutchwomen, Queens of Doha last year, are now one step closer to going back-to-back.

Women’s Play Off: Grudzinskaite Sisters Make Semis

The Grudzinskaite sisters from Lithuania showcased resilience, surviving consecutive play offs to secure a spot in the semi-finals, eliminating five teams in the process. The pair were supported by their enthusiastic parents in the crowd as well as the local fans as they were roared to victory.

Men’s Group C: Aye Brothers, Mol/Sunde, Nolvak/Tiisaar Advance

In Men's Group C, the Aye brothers from France, Norwegian talents Mol/Sunde, and Miami champions Nolvak/Tiisaar advanced to the semi-finals. Austrian duo Huber/Friedl came antagonizing close, but were forced into the playoffs.

Men’s Play Offs: Urrutia/Webber Completes Semi-Final Lineup

After a demanding day, USA’s Urrutia/Webber secured the final spot in the Men's semi-finals, completing a stacked field as the tournament edged closer to its conclusion.

All teams will be in action on Friday, starting at 15:00 local time (UTC +3) for the semi-finals, promising further thrilling beach volleyball clashes.