Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The United States captured the Women's Water Polo World Cup title with a 13-9 victory over Spain in the final, securing their seventh overall crown and fifth in the last six editions since their first win in 1979.
Spain took silver, their best result at this level after previously earning two bronze medals, including one in 2023. The USA led from early on and controlled the match to maintain their advantage.
Key contributors for the USA included Emily Ausmus, who was the tournament's top goal-scorer with 11 goals, and Amanda Longan, named Best Goalkeeper. Paula Crespi of Spain received the Best Defender award.
USA head coach Adam Krikorian celebrated his 25th global coaching title, spanning Olympics, World Championships, World Cups, World Leagues, and continental events.
The match featured goal exchanges early, but the USA pulled ahead with a three-goal margin in the third quarter and shut out Spain in the final period to secure the win.
The final standings placed USA first, Spain second, followed by Australia, Russia, Netherlands, Italy, Hungary, and China.