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Adrian Carambula

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Carambula to spike during the 2017 World Championships.

Adrian Ignacio Carambula Raurich (born 16 March 1988) is a beach volleyball player who represents Italy.

Born in Uruguay, he played football alongside Luis Suárez as a boy, until his family moved to Florida when he was a teenager. He qualifies to represent Italy through a grandparent.[1]

He is known as "Mr Skyball" for his unique serving style, in which he hits the ball high. The theme from the James Bond film Skyfall plays when he serves.[2]

Ranked third in the world as a pair, Carambula partnered Alex Ranghieri at the 2016 Olympics.

References

  1. ^ "Thrilling the crowds: The biggest freaks in Rio". News.com.au. 8 August 2016. Retrieved 9 August 2016.
  2. ^ Levy, Megan (7 August 2016). "Adrian Carambula serves up 30-metre 'skyball' in beach volleyball Rio Olympics opener". Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 9 August 2016.
Awards
Preceded by
 Tri Bourne (USA)
Men's FIVB World Tour "Top Rookie"
2015
Succeeded by