The FIVB has introduced several innovations in sports presentation and revolutionised the sport with the introduction of the Video Challenge System, the new World Ranking and the 2025-2028 calendar
During his 12-year tenure as the FIVB President, Dr Ary S. Graça F° embraced the motto “Innovation and Opportunity”, which has undoubtedly ushered in a new era for volleyball.
Under his leadership, the FIVB has introduced a number of cutting-edge advancements in sports presentation and revolutionised the sport with the introduction of the Video Challenge System, the new World Ranking and the 2025-2028 calendar. These innovations have transformed both volleyball and beach volleyball, enhancing the experience for athletes, officials, spectators and fans around the world.
Beach volleyball at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 was an incredible party
A Whole New Experience Through Sports Presentation
In 2014, a new sports presentation approach was unveiled at the FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championships in Poland. With over 62,000 fans filling the stadium in Warsaw for the opening match, it marked a new era for volleyball, with cutting-edge audiovisual experiences and fan engagement to complement the electric action on the court. Since then, sports presentation has remained a key focus of FIVB competitions, with each event bringing a more immersive and exciting atmosphere.
99.9% of available beach volleyball tickets sold at the Olympic Games Rio 2016
Now, every FIVB event features dynamic elements such as DJs, announcers, engaging light displays, giant video screens and powerful sound systems. The FIVB set itself apart at the Olympic Games Rio 2016, becoming the only International Federation to invest its own resources in sports presentation at the event.
The result? A near sell-out for volleyball and beach volleyball, with 99.9% of available tickets sold. The electric atmosphere, inspired by Brazil’s carnival spirit, captivated fans worldwide, and volleyball and beach volleyball combined were the most-watched sport of the Games in terms of viewer hours, according to the official IOC Data Report.
The FIVB revolutionised the fan experience at its competitions during the Olympic Games Rio 2016
This commitment to engaging fans continues to grow, with sports presentation having remained a central focus for all major competitions, including the most recent Olympic Games Paris 2024. The 450,000 fans who filled the stands at the foot of the Eiffel Tower joined…
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