Tuesday, 16 Jul 2024

Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena Dominate at the 2017 World Tour Finals

Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena, renowned Olympians and beach volleyball champions, added another impressive victory to their already stellar career. The dynamic duo secured their third gold medal of the 2017 FIVB season by emerging victorious at the World Tour Finals in Hamburg, Germany.

In the highly-anticipated men’s gold medal match, Dalhausser and Lucena showcased their exceptional skills, defeating Brazil’s Evandro Goncalves and Andre Loyola with a score of 21-15, 21-13. This marked the 66th encounter between the two countries in the FIVB World Tour for a gold medal.

Lucena expressed his immense satisfaction with the win, stating, “Getting a win is always good, but beating the World Champions is awesome. It doesn’t happen often. We were able to side-out even if we were scrambling. We kept the pressure on them, and Phil did a good job with his block scoring points.”

The match lasted just 36 minutes, highlighting the dominance of Dalhausser and Lucena. Prior to the gold medal match, they triumphed over Poland’s Piotr Kantor and Bartosz Losiak in the semifinals with a score of 21-19, 21-15.

Dalhausser and Lucena have proven their skills time and time again, boasting eight FIVB gold medals together and a total of 16 podium finishes. Their remarkable performance throughout the tournament, including a flawless 5-0 record, underlines their expertise in the sport.

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While the 2017 season comes to a close with the World Tour Finals, beach volleyball enthusiasts can look forward to the 2018 season, set to kick off on September 7 with a 1-Star tournament in Montpellier, France. As the sport constantly evolves, Dalhausser and Lucena continue to solidify their status as legends in the game.

With their exceptional abilities and relentless drive, Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena have proven time and again why they are a force to be reckoned with in the world of beach volleyball. As they add yet another gold medal to their impressive collection, it is clear that these two athletes are at the top of their game.


FAQs

Q: How many gold medals did Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena win in the 2017 FIVB season?
A: Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena secured three gold medals in the 2017 FIVB season.

Q: Who did Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena defeat in the men’s gold medal match at the World Tour Finals?
A: Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena emerged victorious against Brazil’s Evandro Goncalves and Andre Loyola in the men’s gold medal match at the World Tour Finals.

Q: What was the final score of the gold medal match?
A: Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena won the gold medal match with a score of 21-15, 21-13.

Summary

Phil Dalhausser and Nick Lucena showcased their exceptional skills by winning their third gold medal of the 2017 FIVB season at the World Tour Finals. The American duo defeated Brazil’s Evandro Goncalves and Andre Loyola in the men’s gold medal match with a score of 21-15, 21-13. This victory further solidifies Dalhausser and Lucena’s status as elite beach volleyball players, with eight FIVB gold medals together and a total of 16 podium finishes. As the 2017 season wraps up, fans can look forward to the upcoming 2018 season, which kicks off on September 7.

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