Much of the interest was because of the sex appeal of bikini-clad players along with their athletic ability. Bikini-clad dancers and cheerleaders entertain the audience during match breaks in many beach volleyball tournaments, including the Olympics.
The appeal of bikini-clad players, combined with their athleticism, drew much attention.  Bikini-clad dancers and cheerleaders entertain spectators during breaks in beach volleyball tournaments, including the Olympics.