Karla Borger

Karla Borger has transitioned from Olympic beach volleyball athlete to the Chairperson of the DOSB Athletes’ Commission, advocating for athlete welfare. After securing a silver medal at the 2013 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships with teammate Britta Büthe, Karla Borger established herself as a formidable presence in international beach volleyball. This early success was followed by an impressive victory, claiming the German Championship in 2014, also alongside Büthe. Their partnership culminated in representing Germany at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, where they reached the round of 16 in the women’s beach volleyball tournament.

Her adaptability and enduring presence in professional beach volleyball are evident through her long-term partnerships, including Britta Büthe (2010–2016), Margareta Kozuch (2017–2018), Julia Sude (2019–2022), and Sandra Ittlinger (2022–present). Most recently, in 2024, Borger began a new partnership with Hanna-Marie Schieder, quickly achieving success in the 2025 season. Together, they secured a gold medal at the Cervia Futures in Italy, marking Borger’s first gold with Schieder and contributing crucial qualification points. Karla Borger continues to be a driving force in professional beach volleyball, balancing her competitive career with significant contributions to sports leadership and athlete welfare.