Australia Wins First U18 Water Polo World Championship, Defeats Spain
Australia captured their first Under-18 world championship medal — the gold — by defeating perennial contender Spain 9-5 in the final, led by standout player Bless Daly.
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Croatia Wins First U16 World Water Polo Championship, Defeating Spain
Croatia ended Spain's reign by winning 10-7 in front of home fans, with strong performances from MVP Deni Sappe and standout goalkeeper Alistair Sterrett.
Spain, USA, Croatia, and Serbia Reach U16 Water Polo Semifinals After Dramatic Quarterfinals
Spain, USA, Croatia, and Serbia advance to semifinals at the U16 Water Polo Championships after dramatic quarterfinals and classification matches.
Myrtha Pools and World Aquatics Revitalize Public Swimming Facilities Worldwide
Myrtha Pools collaborates with World Aquatics to renovate ageing public pools, creating safer, year-round aquatic centers and supporting drowning prevention worldwide.
U16 Water Polo League: USA, Spain, and Italy Secure Key Wins
The United States, Spain, and Italy secured victories in the first round of the U16 Water Polo League Phase, demonstrating strong performances against Canada, Netherlands, and…
USA Claims Seventh Women's Water Polo World Cup Title With 13-9 Win Over Spain
United States secured its seventh Women's Water Polo World Cup crown with a 13-9 victory over Spain, claiming five of the last six editions and earning MVP honors for key players.
Spain Targets Third Consecutive Water Polo World Cup Title in Sydney
Spain pursues another World Cup victory following wins in Podgorica and Los Angeles, with a youthful Montenegro team and notable player absences impacting the competition.
Top Women’s Water Polo Teams Compete in Sydney for 2026 World Cup
Sydney’s aquatic center hosts the 2026 Women’s World Cup with strong teams like USA, Netherlands, and Olympic champion Spain competing for the title.
Aidan Heslop and Kaylea Arnett Triumph with High-Difficulty Dives at World Cup
Aidan Heslop secured gold in men’s high diving with a highly difficult dive, while Kaylea Arnett claimed the women’s title after surpassing reigning champion Rhiannan Iffland.
Croatia Wins Second U18 Water Polo World Title in Sudden-Death Thriller Against USA
Croatia won the U18 World Aquatics Championship by defeating the USA in a sudden-death penalty shootout after a 14-14 draw, securing their second title since 2016.
Montenegro, Spain, Croatia, and USA Reach Water Polo Quarterfinals; Australia and Brazil Dominate Classifiers
Montenegro, Spain, Croatia, and the USA won their quarterfinal water polo matches, while Australia and Brazil dominated classification rounds for places 13-20.
World Aquatics Eyes 80+ Age Group for Water Polo at Masters Championships
Australian and North American groups are promoting an 80+ water polo category for the World Aquatics Masters Championships, seeking global participation.
Simone Fountain Inducted into International Swimming Hall of Fame for Water Polo
Simone Fountain became the sole water polo inductee in the 2026 International Swimming Hall of Fame class, recognized for her Olympic gold and contributions to the sport.
World Aquatics Launches FIFA World Cup-Themed Quiz for Aquatics Fans
World Aquatics launches a FIFA World Cup-themed quiz to test knowledge of aquatic sports amid the tournament featuring 48 teams across North America.
LA28 Water Polo Qualification System Finalized, Achieving Gender Parity
The IOC and World Aquatics have confirmed the qualification system for the 2028 Olympic water polo tournaments, expanding to 12 teams for both men and women for the first time.
USA and Spain Lead Women's Division I Water Polo Tournament Standings
After three days of competition, four teams have qualified for the Sydney Finals in Women's Division I water polo, with tight races shaping Group B standings.