2024 Beach Wrestling World Champions: Croatia - Poreč - Plava Laguna 12-13 Oct 2024
the 2024 Beach Wrestling World Champions will be crowned.
The 2024 Beach Wrestling World Championships are shaping up to be a memorable season as the world's top athletes battle across sandy arenas in exotic locations, with the final showdown scheduled for October 12-13 in Poreč, Croatia. With several events already completed in Mexico, France, Romania, and Greece, the competition has been intense, delivering surprises and historic victories.
Women's Divisions: Colombia's Reign and Venezuela's Rise
In the women's competition, Colombia's Tatiana Renteria has been a force in the +70kg category, consistently dominating her opponents. After winning gold at the Pan American Championships, she added another Beach Wrestling World Series title to her collection in Acapulco, where she finished without dropping a single point(Beach Wrestling)(Beach Wrestling). Her prowess on the sand is setting the stage for a strong finish in Croatia, where she will look to clinch the overall title.
In the 70kg category, Venezuela's Astrid Paola Montero is carving out her own legacy. Montero captured gold in Mexico with a clean sweep, continuing her rise on the international stage. Her quick wins, including a decisive victory over Colombia’s Nicoll Parrado, have put her in contention for the championship(Beach Wrestling)(Beach Wrestling).
Men's Divisions: U.S. Breakthrough and South American Excellence
The men's competition has been equally thrilling. Justin Benjamin of the U.S. made history by becoming the first American male to win a world-level senior beach wrestling gold, triumphing in the 70kg division. His victory over Albaro Rudecindo from the Dominican Republic sent a wave of celebration through the U.S. team, marking a significant moment for American beach wrestling(Beach Wrestling)(Beach Wrestling).
In the 90kg category, Jorge Llano from Argentina has been unbeatable, winning all his matches without conceding a point. His commanding performance across the series has secured him a place as one of the frontrunners heading into the final championship in Croatia(Beach Wrestling).
Meanwhile, Venezuela’s Jose Diaz took gold in the +90kg division, becoming his country's first male senior gold medalist. His narrow 1-0 victory over Puerto Rico’s Jonovan Smith added another medal to Venezuela’s growing tally in beach wrestling(Beach Wrestling)(Beach Wrestling).
Looking Ahead: The Grand Finale in Croatia
With the final leg of the 2024 Beach Wrestling World Championships approaching in Poreč, Croatia, all eyes are on the top contenders. Champions like Renteria, Benjamin, and Diaz will look to cement their dominance, while challengers seek to dethrone them. The competition is far from over, and the Croatian coast promises to deliver even more dramatic moments in the sand.
As the Beach Wrestling World Series culminates, the 2024 season will be remembered for historic achievements, emerging talents, and the continuous growth of beach wrestling as a global sport(Beach Wrestling).
2024 Beach Wrestling World Championships
The 2024 Beach Wrestling World Championships will take place on October 12-13, 2024, in Poreč, Croatia, as the final stop of the UWW Beach Wrestling World Series. The event will be streamed live on FloWrestling, which can be accessed via Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast, and Apple TV. Additionally, viewers can watch it through the FloSports app on iOS or Android. Replays and archived footage will be available for FloWrestling subscribers.
Stay tuned for the crowning of this year’s kings and queens of the beach!
