Sanya: Iran's national beach water polo team began their campaign at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya with a convincing victory over Hong Kong. Iran secured the win by taking three of the four five-minute periods in their opening match.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the format featured four short quarters, with Iran demonstrating control in most phases of the game. The result marks an important first step for the team in the beach water polo competition, boosting their prospects early in the tournament.