Brazil Claims the Fistball Throne – Thrilling Women’s World Championship Final Ends 4:0
- 10 November 2024
On the final day of the IFA Women’s Fistball World Championship in Montecarlo, thrilling battles for the medals took place. In the intense gold match, Brazil secured the world championship title with a 4:0 victory over Germany, while Switzerland shone in the bronze match with a clear 4:0 win against Austria. Both games offered spectators top-class fistball and emotional excitement.
On the final day of the IFA Women’s Fistball World Championship in Montecarlo, Brazil delivered a top-notch performance, defeating defending champion Germany with a decisive 4:0. Each set was closely contested, offering spectators an exhilarating final in which small details ultimately made the difference. With this victory, Brazil claimed their second world championship title, dethroning Germany, who had dominated the last four world championships since 2014.
In the Montecarlo heat, Brazil kept their composure in critical moments, showcasing a united team effort. Germany struggled to break through the South Americans’ strong, compact defense. The first set ended 11:7 for Brazil, followed by two incredibly close sets that went into extra points, with Brazil narrowly winning 12:10 and 13:11. The fourth set also remained intense until the final match point, with Brazil sealing the victory at 11:9, sparking boundless celebrations.
Switzerland Secures Bronze with a Strong Performance
In the battle for third place, Switzerland triumphed over Austria with a 4:0 win, rewarding themselves for a solid tournament. Although Austria posed a serious challenge in the third set, pushing Switzerland to 15:13, Switzerland’s effective serves and steady teamwork carried them through. With this victory, Switzerland repeats their success from 2021, taking home the bronze medal.
Further Rankings and Qualification for the 2025 World Games
In the battle for 5th place, Chile triumphed over host Argentina in an exciting South American derby, winning decisively with a 3:0 score. This strong finish underscored Chile’s power on the international stage.
New Zealand claimed 7th place and secured the last ticket for the 2025 World Games with a clear 3:0 victory over Namibia. This achievement marked New Zealand’s best placement at a world championship to date, and their second consecutive qualification for the prestigious event since 2022.
Places 9 to 11 were contested among Colombia, the USA, and Australia. The USA secured 9th place with victories over both opponents. In a thrilling match, Australia managed to overturn a 0:2 deficit against Colombia, winning 3:2 and overtaking the South Americans at the last moment.
The Women’s Fistball World Championship concluded with a spectacular day full of thrilling moments. Brazil now stands at the pinnacle of the world, while Germany and Switzerland also demonstrated impressive performances, leaving a powerful mark on the tournament.
Final ranking:
1. Brasil, 2. Germany, 3. Switzerland, 4. Austria, 5. Chile, 6. Argentina, 7. New Zealand, 8. Namibia, 9. USA, 10. Australia, 11. Colombia