Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
After two days of competition in the women's 4x4 water polo event, Russia, Australia, and the USA have each secured maximum points, while Spain earned its first victory.
Russia defeated Greece 3-0, with strong performances from captain Olga Lupinogina and Margarita Pystina, both scoring five goals, and Ekaterina Prokofyeva adding three. Greece’s top scorer, Anastasia Bikou, tallied four goals. Russia controlled the match early and maintained the lead throughout, with Lupinogina netting multiple counter-attacks in the final period.
Australia claimed a 3-0 win over South Africa and appeared unchallenged. Jolie Marsden led with six goals, while Pippa Pedley and Christina DiGiandomenico each added four. Samantha Hardingham secured a hat-trick. Australia excelled on counter-attacks, scoring 11 goals, and dominated shots, 31 to 22. South Africa’s highlights included a two-point shot by goalkeeper Oluchi McMurray near the end.
The USA secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Turkiye. Spain also earned its first win by defeating Croatia 3-0, moving into fourth place in the standings.