Asian Games 2026 Beach Volleybal 6th event – 25 sep
September 25 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The excitement continues at the 20th Asian Games 2026 as Beach Volleyball Day 6 takes center stage on Friday, 25 September 2026. The final Men’s and Women’s Preliminary Round (Pool Play) competition matches are scheduled for this day, with all points—including all wins—depending on who progresses into the knockout stages.
All matches will be held in the Hekinan Ryokuchi Beach Court building in Japan’s Hekinan, Aichi Prefecture, starting from Session VBV06 at 09:00 AM (JST).
Beach Volleyball at Asian Games 2026
| Event Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Sport | Beach Volleyball |
| Event | Men’s & Women’s Final Pool Play (Preliminary Round) |
| Competition Day | Day 6 |
| Asian Games Edition | 20th Asian Games 2026 |
| Date | Friday, 25 September 2026 |
| Match Start Time | 09:00 AM JST (Japan Standard Time) |
| Venue | Hekinan Ryokuchi Beach Court |
| City | Hekinan, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
| Competition Stage | Final Pool Stage / Preliminary Round |
Tournament Format
Both the Men’s and Women’s competitions follow the same format.
- Teams compete in Pools A–F
- Round-robin group stage
- Top teams advance to the Round of 16
- Matches are played as best of three sets
Match Rules
- First two sets: 21 points
- Deciding third set (if required): 15 points
- Every set must be won by a two-point margin
Participating Nations
The top countries involved in the participation are:
- Qatar
- Australia
- China
- Japan
- Thailand
- Kazakhstan
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Chinese Taipei
- South Korea
- Philippines
Match-ups and coffee breaks are determined in the tournament draw.
Competition Rules
- Two players per team
- No substitutions during matches
- Rally scoring system
- Best-of-three sets
- Two-point winning margin required
- Teams change court sides at regular intervals
Qualification Scenario
The final pool matches will determine the Round of 16 qualifiers.
Qualification is based on:
- Pool standings
- Match wins
- Set ratio
- Point ratio
- Official tie-breaking rules
Venue and Host Country
All Day 6 matches will be played at Hekinan Ryokuchi Beach Court in Hekinan, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
How to Watch
You can watch the matches via:
- Official Asian Games broadcasting partners in your country
- National television sports networks
- Official online streaming platforms (where available)
- The official Asian Games website for schedules and updates
- Official Asian Games mobile applications
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is Beach Volleyball Day 6 at the Asian Games 2026?
The 6th Beach Volleyball Day is on Friday, 25th September 2026.
When do the games commence on 25th Sept?
The competition will start at 09:00 AM JST from Session VBV06.
Where do they play Beach Volleyball?
All tournament matches are played at Hekinan Ryokuchi Beach Court in Japan’s Aichi Prefecture, Hekinan.
Schedule Update
Based on the official 2026 Asian Games competition calendar, this date falls under: Pool Play / Bracket Stage (Men’s & Women’s) for beach volleyball.
Note: AINAGOC has not yet published a detailed pair-by-pair draw or match schedule for beach volleyball on public reference sources. This section will be updated with confirmed pairings and times once the official fixture list is released. Source: 2026 Asian Games official competition calendar.