# Beach sports competitions in Italy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/beach-sports-competitions-in-italy
> Updated: 2026-09-03T20:05:00.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 3.

Italy is hosting several major beach sports competitions across various locations. In Ostia, the Golden Gala 2026 footvolley tournament at Hakuna Matata beach saw Michael Zaccagnini and Ludovico Alonzi secure first place, with Emiliano Scarchilli named best player. In Cesenatico, the ITF Beach Tennis Sand Series is being held at Arena Beach, featuring a $100,000 prize pool and athletes from 16 nations.

Beach volleyball is also a central focus. In Battipaglia, the Under-20 European Beach Volleyball Championships are underway, with several Italian pairs competing in the main draw. 

Additionally, the 2026 Italian Absolute Beach Volleyball Championship finals are set for September 4 to September 6 in Caorle. Following a presentation by the Italian Volleyball Federation (FIPAV) and local officials, the event will take place at the Spiaggia di Levante in the White Oasis area. This marks the return of the championship to the Venetian coast after a three-year absence. The tournament features a 16-pair main draw following a season of stages, with defending champions Ranghieri–Alfieri and Gottardi–Orsi Toth scheduled to compete in the qualification rounds.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Beach volleyball competitions held in Battipaglia and Caorle

Beach volleyball events are active in Italy, including the Under-20 European Championships in Battipaglia and the Italian Absolute Championship finals in Caorle.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beach-volleyball-competitions-held-in-battipaglia-and-caorle

### 2026-09-01: Italy hosts major beach sports tournaments in Ostia and Cesenatico

Italy hosts major beach sports events, including the Golden Gala footvolley tournament in Ostia and the prestigious ITF Beach Tennis Sand Series in Cesenatico.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-hosts-major-beach-sports-tournaments-in-ostia-and-cesenatico

### 2026-09-01: Caorle to host 2026 Italian Absolute Beach Volleyball finals

Caorle will host the 2026 Italian Absolute Beach Volleyball Championship finals from September 4–6 at Spiaggia di Levante, featuring Italy's top pairs.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caorle-to-host-2026-italian-absolute-beach-volleyball-finals

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