Beach handball, World Championships in Zagreb

Jun 28, 2026

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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
A player on the German national beach handball team is wearing a black DHB polo shirt and a blue IHF accreditation badge at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. He is looking down, and his expression appears focused or pensive. 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 with the ball in his hand, surrounded by two Brazilian opponents in yellow-and-green jerseys. The match is taking place in front of a packed crowd at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team looks intently to the side, his face glistening with sweat. The black jersey with the federal eagle logo is clearly visible. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team proudly presents the World Championship trophy and the gold medal at the awards ceremony at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. The words MEN WORLD CHAMPIONS CRO26 are clearly visible on the trophy’s base: IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team looks intently to the side; flags can be faintly seen in the background. The photo was taken at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, Croatia, during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Severin Henrich, No. 13, German National Beach Handball Team, with a face glistening with sweat and arms covered in sand after an intense match. The player is wearing the black jersey with the German Handball Federation eagle logo. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team proudly displays the World Championship trophy with a gold medal around his neck. In the background is the scoreboard at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Two players from the German national beach handball team are holding the golden championship trophy together and wearing gold medals around their necks. In the background, the scoreboard with the German flag and celebrating spectators at Lake Jarun in Zagreb 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 looks intently to the side; the DHB logo is visible on his white jersey. The photo was taken at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, Croatia, during the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
An official wearing a black Puma polo shirt with IHF accreditation raises both arms in the air and cheers enthusiastically. In the background, flags can be seen 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, stretches out his leg and blocks the ball with his foot right in front of the goal line. Another German player watches the scene from the right. 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, stands focused on the field during the tournament at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. His jersey shows clear sweat stains; in the background, spectators and trees can be seen in the evening light. 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, smiles as he holds the World Champions trophy in his hands and wears a gold medal around his neck. In the background, the scoreboard with the German flag and the sand court at Lake Jarun in Zagreb can be seen. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Four players from the German national beach handball team pose on the sand at Lake Jarun in Zagreb after their victory in the final, holding the World Championship trophy and wearing their gold medals. In the background, the scoreboard displays the result of the final against Brazil at the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Four players from the German national beach handball team pose with the World Championship trophy on the sand court at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. Oliver Middell (20, Germany) and Severin Henrich (13, Germany) stand alongside two other teammates, all wearing gold medals and black GER jerseys. 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, goes head-to-head with a Brazilian defender while dribbling the ball. In the background, the scoreboard displays the score of the ongoing match between Germany and Brazil 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 stands smiling on the sand court at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, with a gold medal around his neck. In the background, the scoreboard displays the German flag. 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, jumps high and shoots, while two opponents in yellow-green jerseys put pressure on him. The stands at Lake Jarun in Zagreb are packed. 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, stretches toward the goal and tries to block a shot by the Brazilian attacker No. 8, while the ball hovers in the air above the goal. The scene takes place at Lake Jarun in Zagreb in front of a packed crowd. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lennart Wörmann 2, a member of the German national beach handball team, jumps into the air with the ball in his hand and is blocked by a Brazilian defender. The scene takes place in front of packed stands at Lake Jarun in Zagreb during 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, poses with two teammates and the World Champions trophy after their victory in the final at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. All three are wearing gold medals and beaming at the camera. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Three players from the German national beach handball team pose with the World Champions trophy and gold medals around their necks after winning the World Championship. In the background, the scoreboard featuring the Germany logo is visible. 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, raises both fists in the air and celebrates a victory at the IHF Beach Handball World Championship in Zagreb. In the background, another German player cheers in front of the packed stands at Lake Jarun. 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 jumps high and takes a shot, while a Brazilian opponent approaches from the left and the opposing goalkeeper waits on the right side of the frame. In the background, numerous spectators watch the action at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Two members of the German national beach handball team pose with the championship trophy and gold medals at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. In the background, numerous spectators and team members cheer. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
The German men’s national beach handball team celebrates exuberantly with gold medals and the World Championship trophy at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. Two officials in the foreground hold the trophy together, while the players—including Lennart Wörmann 2, Tobias Zeyen 12, Moritz Ebert 26, and Robin John 18—cheer behind them. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Oliver Middell, a member of the German national beach handball team, lifts the championship trophy above his head with both arms, while the entire team behind him raises their fists in celebration. The ceremony takes place in the evening at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
The German national beach handball team poses with the championship trophy and gold medals on the sand at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. In the background, numerous fans of the German team cheer. 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, takes a spectacular jump shot and holds the ball in his hand, ready to shoot. An opponent in yellow and green tries to block the shot, while another opponent watches from the background. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Robin John 18: The German national beach handball team takes a shot; in the background, the scoreboard shows the score: Brazil 4, Germany 6. The game 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
Robin John 18: The German national beach handball team prepares to shoot at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, while an opponent extends his arm to block. The ball is clearly visible in the shooter’s hand; in the background, the scoreboard for the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship lights up, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
A player on the German national beach handball team takes a spectacular leap to shoot at the goal, while a Brazilian opponent extends his arm to block the shot. The scene takes place at 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, opens his mouth wide and cheers enthusiastically at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. In the background, the scoreboard shows the score 0–0. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Hendrik Prahst 14 of the German national beach handball team and a Brazilian player 15, Hugo, battle for the ball during a jump ball. The scene takes place at Lake Jarun in Zagreb in front of an enthusiastic crowd at 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, Lennart Wörmann 2, and Lennart Liebeck 3 stand side by side during the team lineup at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. A well-filled spectator stand can be seen in the background. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
The German national beach handball team forms a jubilant circle on the sand at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. In front of an enthusiastic crowd waving German flags, LIEBECK Lennart 3, Lars ZELSER (6), Severin HENRICH (13), Hendrik PRAHST (14), and Tim KRAUTH (17) celebrate their victory together at the 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
German national beach handball players Robin John (18, German National Beach Handball Team), Lennart Wörmann (2), Lennart Liebeck 3, and Lars Zelser 6 stand arm in arm during the national anthem before the game at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. The stands in the background are filled with spectators. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Six players from the German national beach handball team stand side by side on the sand court at Lake Jarun in Zagreb and sing the national anthem in front of a packed crowd. Pictured are Tobias Zeyen 12, Severin Henrich 13, Hendrik Prahst 14, Tim Krauth (17), Oliver Middell (20), and Moritz Ebert (26). 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Lennart LIEBECK 3, German National Beach Handball Team; Lars ZELSER 6, German National Beach Handball Team; Tobias ZEYEN 12, German National Beach Handball Team, and Severin HENRICH 13, German National Beach Handball Team, stand arm in arm during the opening ceremony at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. The team takes the field in black Puma jerseys in front of a full house at the IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Five players from the German national beach handball team stand arm in arm during the national anthem ceremony at Lake Jarun in Zagreb: Tobias Zeyen 12, Severin Henrich 13, Hendrik Prahst 14, Tim Krauth 17, and Oliver Middell 20 look ahead with intense focus. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Hendrik Prahst, 14, Germany, Tim Krauth, 17, Germany; Oliver Middell, 20, Germany; and Moritz Ebert, 26, Germany stand arm in arm during the national anthem at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. The four players on the German national beach handball team look up intently in front of a packed stands at 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, raises both arms with his fingers spread in an expressive gesture. In the background, the Grad Zagreb sign and the banner for the IHF Beach Handball World Championships CRO 2026 can be seen. 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
The entire German national beach handball team stands in a line on the sand court at Lake Jarun in Zagreb as the national anthem plays. Pictured are Robin John 18, Lennart Wörmann 2, Lennart Liebeck 3, Lars Zelser 6, Tobias Zeyen 12, Severin Henrich 13, Hendrik Prahst (14), Tim Krauth (17), Oliver Middell (20), and Moritz Ebert (26). IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx
Two officials from the German national beach handball team pose with gold medals on the sand court at Lake Jarun in Zagreb. Both are wearing black Puma team uniforms featuring the DHB eagle logo. IHF Beach Handball World Championship 2026, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx

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A player on the German national beach handball team looks intently to the side, his face glistening with sweat. The black jersey with the federal eagle logo is clearly visible. 2026 IHF Beach Handball World Championship, June 23, 2026, Zagreb, Lake Jarun Copyright: xspeedshotx xDorianfrickx