Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The 2026 World Aquatics Women's Water Polo World Cup Division 1 will bring together the world’s top eight women's water polo nations in Rotterdam.
Fans are invited to participate by creating their own power rankings for the teams ahead of the tournament, which starts on 1 May in Rotterdam. This interactive feature lets enthusiasts compare their assessments as the competition approaches.
Following a 2025 season that reshaped the competitive landscape, both established water polo powerhouses and emerging European teams will compete for supremacy in the pool.
According to the announcement, the fan vote and ranking initiative is designed to engage audiences ahead of the World Cup Division 1 event.