Åhman and Hellvig reach European
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Åhman and Hellvig reach European Championship quarterfinals after dominant win over Latvian duo

David Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig impressed at the European Beach Volleyball Championship and are through to the quarterfinals. The duo defeated Latvian world No. 2 Martins Plavins/Kristians Fokerots in the round of 16.

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"We are very happy. The second set was absolutely incredible," says David Åhman to SVT.

The start was a bit shaky for the Swedes, but after a timeout at 14-16, the match swung in the Swedes' favour. The first set ended 21-18 and in the second there was a brilliant display as they won 21-9.

In Saturday's quarter-finals, another tough challenge awaits in the form of the French pair Bassereau/Aye.

It will be a very tough match, we have to play really well to win it, says Hellvig.

Sweden's other pair, Jacob Hölting Nilsson and Elmer Andersson, have also qualified for the quarter-finals, where they will face the Swiss pair Heidrich/Haussener.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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