Javier Bello helps to celebrate court refurbishment in the capital

The courts contain some of the sand from the London 2012 Olympics venue in Horse Guards Parade. 

Bello, a recent EuroBeachVolley 2023 quarter-finalist along with brother Joaquin, took part in an exhibition match along with members of the Household Cavalry and players from Wimbledon Park Beach Volleyball Club.  

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“It’s amazing to see these fantastic courts in London and so many people interested in the sport 11 years on from the London 2012 Games,” he said. 

“Beach volleyball is perfect for people to get active and enjoy a good time with others in their community.” 

Suzy Levy, Co-Founder, Wimbledon Beach Volleyball Club, said: “Our aim is to develop, promote and improve the sport of beach volleyball for the local community.  

“The court refurbishment has created a sustainable facility for the Wimbledon Beach Volleyball Club and the community we support.” 

Councillor Ross Garrod, Leader of Merton Council, who runs the beach volleyball facility, said: “As part of our mission to become London’s borough of sport we want to encourage more people to get active and involved in sport.  

 “It may not quite be Rio but with the fabulous weather we’ve had recently, and the pristine sandy courts. you almost imagine it could be!” 

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