At the WFDF 4×4 Beach Ultimate Showcase in Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Spain secured a historic 13-11 victory over France, becoming the first team to win a WFDF 4×4 game under the smaller roster format. With determination, precision, and exceptional teamwork, Spain turned the tables after their 2023 loss to France at the WFDF World Beach Ultimate Championships (WBUC), marking a new chapter for the sport.
WFDF President Robert “Nob” Rauch reflected on the significance of this event, saying: “This 4×4 format demonstrates the functionality of smaller teams, where speed, strategy, and spirit come together seamlessly in a gender balanced format. It showcases how adaptable Beach Ultimate can be for our smaller disc communities, as well as looking ahead to future Olympic Movement possibilities.”
Players embraced the challenge with enthusiasm, quickly adapting to the dynamic gameplay and smaller rosters. Their excitement for the format reflected how it brings out the best in athleticism, teamwork, and the joy of playing together.
The event followed the BULA World Beach Ultimate Club Championships, where 118 teams from 30 countries competed the previous week. The smaller 4×4 format—played on a full-sized beach field—offered a thrilling conclusion to the week’s activities, with both teams showcasing a mix of athleticism, camaraderie, and respect in front of a packed stand.
Spectators on the beach and fans watching remotely on Olympic Channel, WFDF’s YouTube channel, and ulti.tv experienced firsthand how the sport embraces inclusion, teamwork, and joy. As players and fans celebrated under the sun, the event embodied what Beach Ultimate is all about: community, shared experiences, and the spirit of play.
Follow @worldflyingdisc for post-match updates and relive the highlights on WFDF’s official YouTube channel. Watch the match here: 4×4 Beach Ultimate Showcase.
Photo by Oliver Huelshortst
The World Flying Disc Federation is the international sports federation responsible for world governance of flying disc (frisbee) sports, including Ultimate, Beach Ultimate, Disc Golf, Freestyle, Guts and Overall Events. WFDF is a federation of 115 member associations that represent flying disc sports and their athletes in over 111 countries. WFDF is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), and the International University Sports Federation (FISU). It is a member of the International World Games Association (IWGA), the Association of Recognized International Federations (ARISF), the International Masters Games Association (IMGA), The Association For International Sport for All (TAFISA), and the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education (ICSSPE). It is also a signatory to the World Anti-Doping Agency Code. WFDF is a registered not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation in the state of Colorado, USA.
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