Beach handball, World Championships in Zagreb

Jun 25, 2026

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Severin Henrich (13) of the German national beach handball team stands with his teammates and the coaching staff during a timeout at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. Next to him is Lars Zelser (6), while a staff member wearing a Germany jersey keeps the group together. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Robin John, 18, of the German national beach handball team, prepares to shoot with the ball held aloft. In the background, the scoreboard at Lake Jarun in Zagreb is visible. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
LIEBECK, Lennart 3, Germany: A member of the German national beach handball team jumps over two Omani defenders while holding the ball in his shooting hand. A large crowd watches the scene unfold on the sand at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team jumps barefoot across the sand and winds up to shoot. In the background, an opponent in the red jersey numbered 17 watches the action at the tournament on Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lars Zelser 6, a member of the German national beach handball team, jumps to shoot with the ball in his hand, while an opponent in red throws his arms up. The scene takes place on the sand at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
ZELSER Lars 6: A player from the German national beach handball team leaps dynamically to take a shot, jumping over an opponent in a red jersey. Sand sprays up as other opponents surround the scene. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lars Zelser 6 of Germany’s national beach handball team jumps high and winds up for a shot, while Lennart Liebeck 3 of Germany and two opposing players watch the scene in the background. The game takes place at Lake Jarun in Zagreb in front of a large crowd. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team jumps high into the air and winds up to shoot, while opponents in orange jerseys try to block the shot. Sand flies up, and in the background, other players and spectators can be seen at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lars Zelser, a member of the German national beach handball team, leans smiling against a blue barrier in front of the official EHF backdrop at the Beach Handball European Championship in Zagreb. He is wearing a backpack and a black-and-white cap. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Tim Krauth, 17, of the German national beach handball team, takes off from the sand and rises to take a shot, while an opponent in red raises his arms. In the background, another German player, number 6, runs into the frame. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
The German national beach handball team is gathered in a group, discussing strategy on the sand court at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. Among those visible are Lars Zelser (6), Severin Henrich (13), Lennart Liebeck (3), and Tim Krauth (17). 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Tim Krauth, 17, of the German national beach handball team, jumps in the sand and takes a shot, while an opponent in a red jersey raises his arm to block the shot. In the background, spectators watch the action at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Tim Krauth, 17, of the German national beach handball team, jumps high and throws the ball in a spectacular play during the IHF Beach Handball World Championship at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. An opponent in a red jersey watches the scene from the sidelines. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Robin John 18, a member of the German national beach handball team, prepares to shoot with the ball held aloft. In the background, an opponent in a red jersey with the number 20 can be seen. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team winds up to shoot, his body tense as he stands in the sand. In the background, spectators watch the game at the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player in a red jersey with the number 42 is celebrating loudly with his fists clenched in front of the yellow-and-blue beach handball goal at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. In the background is Oliver Middell of the German men’s beach handball national team. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lennart Wörmann 2 of the German national beach handball team takes a spectacular jump shot, while an opponent wearing a red jersey with the number 17 tries to block the shot. In the background, another opponent (No. 42) and a German teammate (No. 18) can be seen – Scene at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Robin John 18, Germany’s national beach handball team, reaches out during a one-on-one battle against an opponent in red who is holding the ball aloft. In the background, LIEBECK Lennart 3, Germany, watches the scene at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lars Zelser 6, a member of the German national beach handball team, jumps with the ball in his hand to take a shot, outmaneuvering an opponent in a red jersey. The scene takes place on the sand at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Tim Krauth, No. 17 on the German national beach handball team, holds the ball as he prepares to shoot and looks for a teammate to pass to, while Lars Zelser (No. 6) of the German national beach handball team stands ready as the receiving player. In the background, numerous spectators waving German flags watch the game at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
The German beach handball players stand together in a tight circle, with several hands raised in a gesture of motivation. In the background, trees can be seen along Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Robin John, 18, of the German national beach handball team, jumps to take a shot; sand sprays up from under his feet. In the background, spectators waving German flags watch the game at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team advances toward the opposing defense with the ball held aloft. In the background, numerous spectators waving German flags watch the game at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Robin John, 18, of the German national beach handball team, leans against a barrier at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, smiling. In the background is a banner with the hashtag crohandball. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lennart Wörmann 2, a member of the German national beach handball team, takes off dynamically with the ball in his raised throwing hand and shoots toward the goal. In the background, the scoreboard showing the Germany vs. Oman match at Lake Jarun in Zagreb is visible. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team performs an athletic jump shot with the ball held aloft; sand sprays up beneath his feet. In the background, spectators and players from the opposing team watch the game at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Severin Henrich 13: The German national beach handball team is positioned deep in defense and marking an attacker in an orange jersey in front of the goal. Another German player can be seen in the background, while an opponent in yellow watches the scene from the right edge of the frame. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lars Zelser 6 of the German national beach handball team performs a spectacular spin shot in midair, with the ball high above his head. In the background, an opponent in a red jersey with the number 42 watches the action at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team leaps dynamically out of the sand and winds up to shoot. In the background, the Zagreb advertising board and an opposing player can be seen. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Three players from the German national beach handball team are huddled together in a tight embrace after a game, their faces hidden. In the background, the beach handball goal at Lake Jarun in Zagreb can be seen. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
An official wearing a black DHB polo shirt, with his arms crossed and sunglasses on, intently watches the game at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. In the background, other people and the beach handball facility can be seen. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Oliver Middell 20: The German national beach handball team is in the foreground, while a coach in a black shirt kneels on the sand with clenched fists, cheering. In the background, other players in yellow and red jerseys can be seen, as well as blue spectator stands. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lennart Wörmann (No. 2), a member of the German national beach handball team, jumps high into the air and winds up to shoot, while an opponent (No. 17) in a red jersey stands below him. In the background is another German player (No. 6), Lars Zelser, can be seen on the sand. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team jumps high during a shootout and winds up to shoot; the ball is clearly visible in his raised hand. In the background, the scoreboard displays the Germany vs. Oman match at the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship tournament at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Robin John, 18, of the German national beach handball team, raises his fists and lets out a cheer. In the background, an opponent in a green jersey with the number 1 can be seen, and behind him is the Zagreb banner at Lake Jarun during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team, wearing a black jersey, prepares to shoot, while an opponent in a red jersey raises his arm to block the shot. This intense scene takes place on the sand at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Two players from the German national beach handball team celebrate a point with loud cheers and a fist-pump gesture on the sand court at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. Opponents and spectators can be seen in the background. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team jumps to shoot and holds the ball aloft, while an Omani player (No. 17) tries to block the shot with his arm outstretched. The scene takes place on the sand at the IHF Beach Handball World Championship at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
The players on the German national beach handball team form a huddle and stretch their arms toward the center; the DHB eagle logo is visible on their white jerseys. In the background, trees by Lake Jarun in Zagreb can be seen. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Hendrik Prahst, No. 14 on Germany’s national beach handball team, spreads his arms and calls for the ball in the first period against Oman. The scoreboard shows the score at 7–8 with 6 minutes and 23 seconds remaining in the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Oliver Middell, No. 20 on the German national beach handball team, is in goal and trying to block a shot by an opponent, while a player in a red jersey with the number 66 shoots the ball from close range. In the foreground, another player in a red jersey with the number 18 watches the action at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team leaps dynamically toward the goal and attempts to score, while an opponent in a red jersey with the number 17 lies in the sand. Sand flies up; the ball is visible directly in front of the goal. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Oliver Middell 20: A member of the German national beach handball team raises both arms in the air and celebrates exuberantly in front of the yellow beach handball goal. In the foreground stands an opponent in a red jersey with the number 17, who looks disappointed. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team leaps dynamically to take a shot, kicking up sand, while opponents in red jerseys look on. The scene takes place at the IHF Beach Handball World Championship at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Moritz Ebert, 26, of the German national beach handball team, jumps dynamically next to the goal, kicking up sand. In the background, the banner for the CRO26 Beach Handball World Championship in Zagreb is visible. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
The 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship brings together the world’s best men’s and women’s national teams to compete for the world title. The photo gallery showcases spectacular action, athletic performances, emotional moments, and the unique atmosphere of international beach handball at the highest level. Players from across the globe compete in thrilling matches on the sand, demonstrating skill, teamwork, and determination throughout the tournament. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Jarun See Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
ZEYEN Tobias 12, Germany s national beach handball team, defends aggressively against an Omani player 66, who is holding the ball aloft to shoot. The scene takes place on the sand at the IHF Beach Handball Tournament at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lars Zelser, No. 6 on the German national beach handball team, jumps with the ball in his hand and collides with an Omani opponent, No. 17, during a one-on-one battle at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. Sand flies up as both players collide in midair. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Hendrik Prahst (14), of the German national beach handball team, and Tobias Zeyen (12), of Germany, defend against an Omani player (66) in the first quarter with the score at 7–8. The match is taking place at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, Croatia, as part of the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Moritz Ebert, 26, of the German national beach handball team, leaps forward with a wide wind-up to block a shot by an opponent in the red jersey. The ball is visible in the air between the two players, sand sprays up on the beach handball court in Zagreb. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx

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Robin John, 18, of the German national beach handball team, prepares to shoot with the ball held aloft. In the background, the scoreboard at Lake Jarun in Zagreb is visible. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx

Robin John, 18, of the German national beach handball team, leans against a barrier at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, smiling. In the background is a banner with the hashtag crohandball. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx