2026 Beach Pro Tour Elite16 Montréal: Schedule, Teams, Prize Money and What to Expect
The qualification tournament is scheduled for August 19, followed by the main draw from August 20 through the finals on August 23. The tournament is part of the 2026 Beach Pro Tour Elite16 series, the highest competition level on the tour.
- Event: Beach Pro Tour Elite16 Montréal
- Sport: Beach Volleyball
- Location: Montréal, Canada
- Venue: Parc Jean-Drapeau
- Qualification: August 19, 2026
- Main Draw: August 20 to 23, 2026
- Main Draw: 16 teams per gender
- Total Prize Purse: USD 300,000
Table of Contents
- 2026 Beach Pro Tour Elite16 Montréal Overview
- Schedule and Competition Dates
- Venue
- Competition Format
- Teams and Countries
- Key Teams to Watch
- Prize Money and Ranking Points
- What to Expect in Montréal
- How to Watch
- Historical Context
- FAQ
2026 Beach Pro Tour Elite16 Montréal Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Beach Pro Tour Elite16 Montréal |
| Sport | Beach Volleyball |
| Year | 2026 |
| Location | Montréal, Canada |
| Venue | Parc Jean-Drapeau |
| Qualification | August 19, 2026 |
| Main Draw | August 20 to 23, 2026 |
| Category | Elite16 |
| Main Draw | 16 teams per gender |
| Qualification | Up to 16 teams per gender |
| Total Prize Purse | USD 300,000 |
| Prize Purse per Gender | USD 150,000 |
| Organizer | Volleyball World under FIVB competition |
| Match Format | Best of three sets |
The official event information lists August 19 to 23 as the complete five-day event period, while the main tournament begins on August 20.
Schedule and Competition Dates
The Montréal Beach Pro Tour has a five-day competition schedule.
| Date | Stage |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 19 | Qualification |
| Thursday, August 20 | Main draw, pool-stage matches |
| Friday, August 21 | Main draw, pool-stage matches |
| Saturday, August 22 | Elimination rounds and quarterfinals |
| Sunday, August 23 | Semifinals, bronze-medal matches and finals |
The exact match schedule and court assignments are subject to the official draw and competition schedule.
Main Draw Schedule
Thursday and Friday are dedicated mainly to pool-stage competition. Saturday moves into the elimination rounds and quarterfinals, while Sunday features the semifinals, bronze-medal matches and finals.
Venue
The tournament will be held at Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montréal.
The venue provides a major setting for international beach volleyball, with temporary courts hosting the men's and women's competitions.
The tournament site is located on Notre-Dame Island within Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Competition Format
The Montréal Elite16 tournament features 16 teams per gender in the main draw.
The competition begins with four pools of four teams. Each team plays within its pool before the tournament moves into the knockout phase.
- Four pools of four teams
- Pool-stage matches
- Round of 12
- Quarterfinals
- Semifinals
- Bronze-medal match
- Gold-medal final
The team finishing first in each pool advances directly to the quarterfinals. The second- and third-place teams move into the Round of 12.
Matches use the standard best-of-three format. The first two sets are played to 21 points and a deciding set, when required, is played to 15 points.
Teams and Countries
The current entry information shows a broad international field across both men's and women's beach volleyball.
The men's entry list includes teams from countries such as Sweden, Norway, Brazil, Poland, Argentina, Austria, Canada, the United States, France, Spain, Germany, Latvia and Switzerland.
The women's entry list includes teams representing Brazil, Canada, the United States, Japan, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Czechia, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Spain and Ukraine.
Because the tournament is still ahead, final qualification results and any late changes to the entry list should be checked against the official competition information before publication.
Key Teams to Watch
Men's Competition
David Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig of Sweden are among the major names in the men's field. The Swedish pair are included in the official entry list and will be one of the teams attracting attention in Montréal.
Anders Mol and Christian Sørum of Norway are also listed among the leading men's teams. Their experience at the highest level makes them an important team to follow during the pool stage and knockout rounds.
Other notable men's entries include:
- Hölting Nilsson/Andersson, Sweden
- Plavins/Fokerots, Latvia
- Evandro/Arthur Lanci, Brazil
- Łosiak/Bryl, Poland
- Crabb Tr./Budinger, USA
- Capogrosso N./Capogrosso T., Argentina
- Waller/Pristauz, Austria
- Schachter/Pickett, Canada
Women's Competition
Ana Patrícia and Duda of Brazil are listed for Montréal and provide one of the strongest names in the women's field.
Canadian interest will be high with teams including Melissa/Brandie, while the entry list also includes American teams such as Donlin/Denaburg, Hughes/Batenhorst, Kraft/Cheng and Quiggle/Loreen.
Other women's teams listed include:
- Gottardi/Orsi Toth, Italy
- Müller/Tillmann, Germany
- Ren/Non, Japan
- Sakura/Ishii, Japan
- Svozilova/Stochlova, Czechia
- Paulikiene/Raupelyte, Lithuania
- Ēbere/Konstantinova, Latvia
- Mäder/Kernen, Switzerland
Prize Money and Ranking Points
The Montréal Elite16 has a total prize purse of USD 300,000, divided equally between the men's and women's tournaments.
Each gender has a USD 150,000 prize pool.
| Finish | Prize Money per Team |
|---|---|
| 1st | USD 30,000 |
| 2nd | USD 20,000 |
| 3rd | USD 14,000 |
| 4th | USD 10,000 |
| 5th | USD 8,000 |
| 9th | USD 6,000 |
| 13th | USD 5,000 |
The competition also awards Beach Pro Tour ranking points based on final position. The winners receive 600 ranking points per athlete, with 550 points for second place and 500 for third.
.What to Expect in Montréal
The tournament should provide a strong test for teams across both genders because the Elite16 category brings together the highest level of Beach Pro Tour competition.
The pool stage will be particularly important. Finishing first in a pool provides a direct route into the quarterfinals, while teams finishing second or third must go through the Round of 12.
For Canadian teams, the tournament also provides the opportunity to compete at home against leading international opposition. The men's entry list includes Samuel Schachter and Jonathan Pickett, while Canadian women's teams include Melissa/Brandie and several other pairs.
The Montréal tournament is also part of the wider 2026 Beach Pro Tour calendar, giving teams another important opportunity to collect ranking points during the season.
How to Watch
Volleyball World's official Beach Pro Tour platform provides competition information and streaming access through VBTV where available.
For the latest broadcast information, match times and streaming availability, check the official Volleyball World competition page before each session.
Historical Context
The Beach Pro Tour uses three main tournament levels: Elite16, Challenge and Futures.
Elite16 is the highest category and is designed for the leading teams in international beach volleyball. The Montréal competition therefore carries more ranking points and prize money than Challenge and Futures events.
LankaSport has also covered another 2026 Beach Pro Tour event. Read the 2026 Beach Pro Tour Gstaad winners for related coverage from the same tour.
For additional historical beach volleyball coverage, see the 2022 Beach Volleyball Major Series.
The 2026 Montréal tournament is part of a wider Beach Pro Tour season that visits venues across several continents.
Conclusion
The 2026 Beach Pro Tour Elite16 Montréal is scheduled for August 19 to 23 at Parc Jean-Drapeau, with the main draw running from August 20 through the finals on August 23.
The tournament features 16 main-draw teams per gender, a USD 300,000 total prize purse and up to 600 ranking points for each winning athlete. With teams from Canada and many other beach volleyball nations entered, Montréal is an important stop on the 2026 Beach Pro Tour calendar.
The final results, medal winners, match statistics and ranking changes can be added after competition begins.
FAQ
When is the 2026 Beach Pro Tour Elite16 Montréal?
The complete Montréal event runs from August 19 to 23, 2026. Qualification is scheduled for August 19, while the main draw runs from August 20 to 23.
Where is the Montréal Beach Pro Tour being held?
The tournament is being held at Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montréal, Canada.
How many teams compete in the Elite16 main draw?
There are 16 teams per gender in the main draw. The qualification tournament can include up to 16 teams, with four teams earning main-draw places.
What is the format of the Montréal Elite16?
The main draw begins with four pools of four teams. Pool winners advance directly to the quarterfinals, while second- and third-place teams enter the Round of 12. The tournament then continues through the quarterfinals, semifinals and medal matches.
How much prize money is available?
The total prize purse is USD 300,000, with USD 150,000 allocated to each gender. The winning team receives USD 30,000.
How many ranking points does the winner receive?
Each winning athlete receives 600 Beach Pro Tour ranking points. Second place earns 550 points per athlete and third place earns 500.
Which teams are among the notable entries?
The entry lists include teams such as Åhman/Hellvig, Mol/Sørum, Hölting Nilsson/Andersson and Evandro/Arthur Lanci in the men's field. Ana Patrícia/Duda, Melissa/Brandie, Donlin/Denaburg and Gottardi/Orsi Toth are among the notable women's entries.
Where can you watch the Montréal Elite16?
Volleyball World's Beach Pro Tour platform provides official event information and streaming options through VBTV where available.
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