# European Aquatics®

> European Aquatics is the governing body for aquatic sports representing Europe – namely artistic swimming, diving, high diving, swimming, open water swimming, water polo and masters – and is affiliated to World Aquatics.

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- [High diving lowdown: towering Paris 2026 images from unique venue on the River Seine](https://europeanaquatics.org/high-diving-lowdown-towering-paris-2026-images-from-unique-venue-on-the-river-seine/): The spectacular River Seine venue for high diving at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, which saw athletes taking to the air from the Pont de Bir-Hakeim bridge with the Tour Eiffel in the background, offered unique photographic opportunities. And European Aquatics photographer Istvan Derencsenyi took full advantage, as this brilliant 12-shot selection demonstrates. Are
- [European Aquatics confirms full overall prize money awarded for Open Water Swimming Cup 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-confirms-full-overall-prize-money-awarded-for-open-water-swimming-cup-2026/): European Aquatics has confirmed that the full overall prize money for the 2026 Open Water Swimming Cup will be awarded, following two of the series’ four legs being cancelled because of adverse weather conditions. The decision follows a recommendation from the European Aquatics Athletes’ Committee and has been approved by the European Aquatics Bureau. The
- [European Aquatics President António Silva visits Russia for high-level discussions on cooperation and development](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-president-antonio-silva-visits-russia-for-high-level-discussions-on-cooperation-and-development/): European Aquatics President António Silva has concluded a visit to Russia, where he held a series of high-level meetings focused on the future of aquatic sport, international cooperation and the development of opportunities for athletes, coaches and officials. During the visit, President Silva met Russian Aquatics President Dmitry Mazepin and his team, Russian Minister of
- [Steenbergen confirms 2026 World Cup women’s title in Astana as Coetze takes men’s honours](https://europeanaquatics.org/steenbergen-confirms-2026-world-cup-womens-title-in-astana-as-coetze-takes-mens-honours/): Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands confirmed her status as overall women’s champion in the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2026 as she secured her third and fourth Triple Crowns on the third and final day of the Astana leg. The overall men’s title went to South Africa's Pieter Coetze, whose victory in the men's 50m
- [Another European record for Steenbergen and Triple Crowns for McSharry, Vanotterdijk and Henceau on day 1 of Astana World Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/another-european-record-for-steenbergen-and-triple-crowns-for-mcsharry-vanotterdijk-and-henceau-on-day-1-of-astana-world-cup/): Marrit Steenbergen’s maintained her triumphant progress in this season’s World Aquatics Swimming World Cup as she set a European women’s 200m freestyle record and secured a Triple Crown in the 50m backstroke on day 1 of the concluding stop in the Kazakhstan capital of Astana. The 26-year-old Dutch athlete, whose eight previous victories in the
- [Second Triple Crown for Steenbergen on day 2 of Astana World Cup – but even she can’t stop Wasick earning 50m freestyle “triple triple”](https://europeanaquatics.org/second-triple-crown-for-steenbergen-on-day-2-of-astana-world-cup-but-even-she-cant-stop-wasick-earning-50m-freestyle-triple-triple/): Marrit Steenbergen earned her second Triple Crown on day two of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Astana as she headed towards a now inevitable overall victory in the women’s competition - but even she could not prevent Poland’s Kasia Wasick earning a triple triple in the 50m freestyle. The 26-year-old from The Netherlands
- [Tomblin and Pellacani crowned stars of Paris 2026 as European Aquatics Congress honours a record-breaking summer](https://europeanaquatics.org/tomblin-and-pellacani-crowned-stars-of-paris-2026-as-european-aquatics-congress-honours-a-record-breaking-summer/): European Aquatics Congress 2026, which took place last weekend in Baku, honoured Great Britain's Ranjuo Tomblin and Italy's Chiara Pellacani as the most successful athletes of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, with world record breakers Sara Curtis of Italy and Johannes Liebmann of Germany also receiving awards for their achievements in the competition. Tomblin
- [European Aquatics Congress in Baku focuses on governance reforms, becoming “fit for the future” and putting athletes at the centre](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-congress-in-baku-focuses-on-governance-reforms-becoming-fit-for-the-future-and-putting-athletes-at-the-centre/): The European Aquatics Congress 2026 took place in Baku today (October 10), bringing together representatives of 46 member federations to consider important constitutional reforms, elect members to independent governance bodies and review key priorities for the continued development of aquatic sport across Europe. The Congress opened with welcome addresses from Azerbaijan's Minister of Youth and
- [Swiss head coach Meloni told Paris 2026 swimming clinic: “Programmes must be a guide, not a cage”](https://europeanaquatics.org/swiss-head-coach-meloni-told-paris-2026-swimming-clinic-programmes-must-be-a-guide-not-a-cage/): Building performance and the athlete/team/coach relationship were the two final facets addressed by leading Swiss coach Massimo Meloni during his elite swimming coach clinic at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026. Meloni, head coach at the Swiss Aquatics Training Base group – which includes Olympic medallist and multiple short course world record holder Noe Ponti
- [Club competition draws set up blockbuster derbies](https://europeanaquatics.org/club-competition-draws-set-up-blockbuster-derbies/): The respective draws for the group stages of the Champions League Women and Euro Cup Men have set up tremendous battles across all six matchdays in both competitions, with several national derbies on the horizon. With the ranking system in place for the second year, the Champions League Women Group Stage promises to be as
- [Champions League Women: Final-day wins send Trieste and Catalunya through](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-final-day-wins-send-trieste-and-catalunya-through/): Claiming convincing wins on the last day of the Qualification Round in the Champions League Women, Trieste and Catalunya advanced to the Group Stage to make the 16-strong field complete. The draw for the next stage will take place on Monday at 10:00 CET and will be streamed live on the European Aquatics YouTube channel.
- [Euro Cup Men: Posillipo sink Vouliagmeni to complete main group stage line-up](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-posillipo-sink-vouliagmeni-to-complete-main-group-stage-line-up/): With just one qualification place still up for grabs, all eyes turned to Naples on Sunday to see whether hosts Posillipo or Vouliagmeni would claim the final ticket to the main group stage of the men’s Euro Cup. A dominant third quarter proved decisive for the Italians, as the Greeks were unable to mount a
- [Euro Cup Men: Ten tickets to main event sealed after dramatic third day of qualification action](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-ten-tickets-to-main-event-sealed-after-dramatic-third-day-of-qualification-action/): Ten of the 11 tickets to the main Group Stage of the men's Euro Cup were secured with a day to spare, as Saturday's qualification action produced plenty of drama across the five venues. VPK Primorac Kotor, Pays d'Aix Natation, Rari Nantes Savona, VK Partizan, GS Apollon Smyrnis, VK Sabac Elixir, Jug Adriatic Osiguranje, CN
- [Champions League Women: Six qualification places already secured](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-six-qualification-places-already-secured/): UVSE, De Zaan, Rapallo, Ethnikos, Sabadell and Terrassa all secured their tickets to the main Group Stage on the second day of the women's Champions League Qualification Round. Trieste and Catalunya still have work to do, but both remain on course to claim a place among the top 16. 2026/27 Champions League WomenQualification Round Saturday
- [Second world record for Kornev, second European record for Steenbergen as Tashkent World Cup concludes](https://europeanaquatics.org/second-world-record-for-kornev-second-european-record-for-steenbergen-as-tashkent-world-cup-concludes/): Two of Europe’s top performers played it again at the second World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Tashkent as Russia’s Egor Kornev set a men’s 50m butterfly world record of 21.28 and Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands lowered her own women’s 100m freestyle European record to 50.32. Kornev, who equalled the world 100m freestyle record
- [Steenbergen betters her own European record at Tashkent World Cup and Coetze sets world record](https://europeanaquatics.org/steenbergen-betters-her-own-european-record-as-she-maintains-world-cup-gold-standard-in-tashkent/): Marrit Steenbergen has carried on where she left off at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in the Uzbekistan capital of Tashkent, maintaining her win streak from the first stop in Baku with three more victories – and a European record. The 26-year-old Dutch swimmer began day one by earning victory in the 50m backstroke
- [Euro Cup Men: Apollon secure back-to-back victories as qualification round heats up](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-apollon-secure-back-to-back-victories-as-qualification-round-heats-up/): GS Apollon Smyrnis made it two wins from two in the Euro Cup qualifiers as they came from behind to down VK Partizan, while there was also high drama in Naples as hosts Posillipo edged a ferocious battle with Dinamo Bucuresti. Elsewhere, there were wins for Primorac Kotor, Pays D'Aix Natation, Rari Nantes Savona, VK
- [European Aquatics Year in Review Video 2026 | Records Broken, 100 Years, Incredible Moments & More](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-year-in-review-video-2026-records-broken-100-years-incredible-moments-more/): 2026 has been a landmark year for European Aquatics. From the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, to the historic first fully inclusive European Aquatics Masters Championships as well as the launch of the 100 Years Celebration, the year has brought major events, new formats and continued development across the sport. Aquatics reporter Nick Hope looks
- [Champions League Women: Rapallo and UVSE claim crucial wins](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-rapallo-and-uvse-claim-crucial-wins/): UVSE beat Spandau with ease, while Rapallo edged out Dunaujvaros on the opening day of the Women’s Champions League Qualification Round. Both wins, secured away from home in their respective three-team groups, could prove enough to earn a place in the Group Stage. In the other two groups, all four favourites opened with emphatic victories,
- [Euro Cup Men: Teams set for qualification fight to reach main event](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-teams-set-for-qualification-fight-to-reach-main-event/): The spotlight is ready to shine on the Euro Cup, as the eagerly awaited men’s Qualification Round gets underway across the continent on Thursday night. Twenty-one teams, split into five groups, will battle for a coveted ticket to the main Group Stage. The top two finishers in Groups A, C, D and E will progress,
- [Euro Cup Men: VK Partizan edge past KOS-Sintez, while Apollon sweep Duisburg aside](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-vk-partizan-edge-past-kazan-while-apollon-sweep-duisburg-aside/): With five teams in Group B, the men’s Euro Cup qualification action kicked off in Greece a day earlier than in the other pools. Hosts GS Apollon Smyrnis were the first side to earn three precious points, as their potent attack dismantled ASC Duisburg. Later, VK Partizan were pushed all the way by KOS-Sintez Kazan,
- [European Aquatics breaks new ground with first Sharing Experiences Forum in Baku ](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-breaks-new-ground-with-first-sharing-experiences-forum-in-baku/): Four hours of lively discussion, fresh ideas and open debate marked the first-ever European Aquatics Sharing Experiences Forum, held on the first day of the European Aquatics Congress 2026 programme taking place in Baku from October 8 to10. Bringing together National Federation leaders, commercial partners and invited guests, the innovative gathering offered a new opportunity
- [Waves of Change DEI & I Conference in Baku ranges far and wide on issues of safety and integrity](https://europeanaquatics.org/waves-of-change-dei-i-conference-in-baku-ranges-far-and-wide-on-issues-of-safety-and-integrity/): Those present for the “Waves of Change” Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Integrity (DEI & I) Conference, which took place today as part of the European Aquatics Congress 2026 programme in Baku, received information across the full range of relevant topics. Subjects addressed included the practical implementation of DEI, safe and inclusive environments in practice and
- [Champions League Women: Huge clashes await in the race for main Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women/): The hunt for the eight qualifying spots for the Champions League Women’s Group Stage kicks off on Friday at four venues. 2026/27 Champions League WomenQualification Round 9-11 October Group A (Berlin) UVSE (HUN), Pallanuoto Trieste (ITA), Spandau 04 (GER) Group B (Dunaujvaros) Dunaujvaros (HUN), ZV De Zaan (NED), Rapallo Pallanuoto (ITA) Group C (Glyfada) Ethnikos
- [Last chance to register for European Aquatics Swimming Coach Level 1 Practical Course in Malta](https://europeanaquatics.org/last-chance-to-register-for-european-aquatics-swimming-coach-level-1-practical-course-in-malta/): Swimming coaches can still take part in the second edition of the European Aquatics Swimming Coach Level 1 Practical Course, which will take place at the National Pool Complex in Il-Gzira, Malta, from Friday 16 to Sunday 18 October. The course is designed to equip coaches with the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform
- [European Aquatics brings Member Federations together in Baku for Congress weekend](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-brings-member-federations-together-in-baku-for-congress-weekend/): European Aquatics will bring together representatives from its Member Federations and wider aquatics community in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 8–10 October, for a weekend of meetings, knowledge sharing and discussions on the future of European aquatics. The programme will begin on Thursday with a meeting of the European Aquatics Bureau, followed by a Knowledge Sharing Experience
- [Champions League Men: Sabadell, Recco, Olympiacos and Radnicki all head home with three points](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-sabadell-recco-olympiacos-and-radnicki-all-head-home-with-three-points/): Recco and Sabadell were the big winners as the Champions League Group Stage got underway across the continent, with both teams earning crucial away victories at Brescia and Jadran m:tel Herceg Novi, respectively. The Italian derby saw the 11-time winners produce a phenomenal third quarter as they fought back from 5-2 down to win by
- [Champions League Men: Jadran win Croatian derby after dramatic shootout victory against Mladost](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-jadran-win-croatian-derby-after-dramatic-shootout-victory-against-mladost/): While Ferencvaros kicked off their campaign with a blast, the other three matches were full of drama on Wednesday as Day 1 of the men's Champions League Group Stage concluded. Title-holders CNAB had to come back from three goals down at home against Novi Beograd, while Panathinaikos almost forced a shootout in Marseille. Indeed, only
- [Day one of EA Congress 2026 programme in Baku to include innovative EA Sharing Experiences Forum](https://europeanaquatics.org/day-one-of-ea-congress-2026-programme-in-baku-to-include-innovative-ea-sharing-experiences-forum/): Baku will become the focus for European Aquatics over the next three days as officials and federation members converge on the Azerbaijan capital for a range of activities. The European Aquatics Congress 2026 programme taking place in Baku from October 8 to10 will start tomorrow with a Bureau meeting in the morning that will be
- [Champions League Men: The grandest stage awaits as Europe’s elite clubs set for battle](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-the-grandest-stage-awaits-as-europes-elite-clubs-set-for-battle/): Two ‘national’ battles headline the start of the 2026/27 Champions League Group Stage. Italy’s in-house clash between Brescia and Recco in the toughest group of the prelims is a must-see on Day 1, while Croatia’s Mladost and Jadran should also serve up an entertaining and lively encounter. 2026/27 Champions League MenGroup Stage, Day 1(CET times
- [Steenbergen rounds off Baku World Cup with fourth win as Belgium earn two golds and Kornev tops podium again](https://europeanaquatics.org/steenbergen-rounds-off-baku-world-cup-with-fourth-win-as-belgium-earn-two-golds-and-kornev-tops-podium-again/): Marrit Steenbergen rounded off the first of the three scheduled World Cups by winning a fourth title on the third day of action in Baku. The 26-year-old Dutch swimmer, who retained her world 100m freestyle title last year and broke the world record for that event this year, finished her work in the Azerbaijan capital
- [Super Cup Women: Olympiacos sweep Catalunya aside to claim fourth title](https://europeanaquatics.org/super-cup-women-olympiacos-sweep-catalunya-aside-to-claim-fourth-title/): Champions League title-holders Olympiacos left little doubt that they reign supreme in women’s club water polo as the Greeks blew away Euro Cup winners Catalunya in the most lopsided Super Cup final ever on Saturday evening in Piraeus. The Spaniards stayed close until half-time, but couldn't keep up after the long break. It was Olympiacos's
- [European Aquatics statement – Barcelona](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-statement-barcelona/): European Aquatics can confirm that the final leg of the European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026 in Barcelona was cancelled mid-race on Saturday 3 October due to extreme weather conditions. Racing began as scheduled over the planned 10km course, but the conditions deteriorated and the competition had to be stopped after 2.5km due to
- [European Aquatics Supports World Aquatics ‘Discover Water’ Training Course in Norway ](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-supports-world-aquatics-discover-water-training-course-in-norway/): European Aquatics actively participated in and supported the recent World Aquatics Discover Water Country Leads Training for the European continent, held in Bergen, Norway from 21 to 26 September 2026. The intensive six-day program brought together 13 course participants representing National Federations from across Europe to establish a standardized, physical-literacy-based approach to drowning prevention and
- [Final online registrations invited as speakers named for European Aquatics Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Integrity Conference in Baku](https://europeanaquatics.org/final-online-registrations-invited-as-speakers-named-for-european-aquatics-diversity-equity-inclusion-integrity-conference-in-baku/): Final online registrations are being invited for the “Waves of Change” Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Integrity (DEI & I) Conference, which will take place alongside the European Aquatics Congress 2026 in the Azerbaijani capital of Baku from October 8 to 10. The Conference will be held on Friday, October 9, from 9:00 to 12:30, bringing
- [Super Cup Women: Stage is set in Piraeus for Catalunya-Olympiacos showdown](https://europeanaquatics.org/super-cup-women-stage-is-set-in-piraeus-for-catalunya-olympiacos-showdown/): Champions League winners Olympiacos are seeking their fourth Super Cup victory on Saturday afternoon when they clash with Catalunya in the final. For the Euro Cup-winning Spaniards, it’s their first-ever chance to land this trophy – but, playing in Piraeus, they’ll need to produce a big performance to have a chance against the Greek giants.
- [Kornev equals men’s 100m freestyle world record on day two of opening World Cup in Baku](https://europeanaquatics.org/kornev-equals-mens-100m-freestyle-world-record-on-day-two-of-opening-world-cup-in-baku/): Egor Kornev equalled the men’s 100m freestyle short course world record on day two of the opening 2026 World Cup in Baku, clocking 44.84 as he held off the challenge of Australia’s world and Olympic 50m freestyle champion Cameron McEvoy, who finished in 45.36. Kornev, who won 50m and 100m freestyle silver as well as
- [Series titles up for grabs as European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026 concludes in Barcelona](https://europeanaquatics.org/series-titles-up-for-grabs-as-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-2026-concludes-in-barcelona/): The overall European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026 winners will be decided in Barcelona on Saturday 3 October, with Italy's Dario Verani and Poland's Klaudia Tarasiewicz arriving as the series leaders, on 1600 and 1500 points respectively following successive podium finishes in the previous rounds in Tenero and Razanac. Verani heads the men's standings
- [Steenbergen starts 2026 World Cup with two golds in Baku as Wasick maintains winning run](https://europeanaquatics.org/steenbergen-starts-2026-world-cup-with-two-golds-in-baku-as-wasick-maintains-winning-run/): Marrit Steenbergen got her 2026 World Cup campaign underway in Baku with double gold at the first of three scheduled stops on the Silk Road Tour. The 26-year-old Dutch swimmer won the 50m backstroke and 100m individual medley on the opening night of racing in the Azerbaijan capital, which also saw Poland’s 34-year-old Katarzyna Wasick
- [Super Cup Men: CNAB hold off Marseille to add Super Cup to Champions League trophy](https://europeanaquatics.org/super-cup-men-cnab-hold-off-marseille-to-add-super-cup-to-champions-league-trophy/): Zodiac CNAB maintained the Champions League winners’ stronghold on the Super Cup after winning a hard-fought battle against Marseille 10-8 in Barcelona on Wednesday evening. The Spaniards seemed to have the match under control as they led 8-4 at halftime, but the French staged a great comeback and had a man-up to make it 9-8
- [Steenbergen set for further glory as three-leg Swimming World Cup starts in Baku](https://europeanaquatics.org/steenbergen-set-for-further-glory-as-three-leg-swimming-world-cup-starts-in-baku/): Marrit Steenbergen will be one of the European swimmers from whom most will be expected when the three-leg World Aquatics Swimming World Cup starts in the Azerbaijan capital of Baku tomorrow and finishes on Saturday (October 3). The 26-year-old Dutch athlete, who retained her world 100m freestyle title last year before setting a world record
- [EA Academy leading lights Marinho and Barbosa speak at 2026 ASPC European Forum in Rio Maior](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-academy-leading-lights-marinho-and-barbosa-speak-at-2026-aspc-european-forum-in-rio-maior/): Two of the guiding lights of the European Aquatics Academy made key contributions to the 2026 Association of Sport Performance Centres (ASPC) EuropeanForum held for the first time at Portugal’s Rio Maior Sports Centre from September 23 to 25. The 2026 ASPC European Forum was the latest in a series of events dedicated to high-performance sport,
- [Super Cup Men: French giants Marseille looking to upset Spanish hosts CNAB once again](https://europeanaquatics.org/super-cup-men-french-giants-marseille-looking-to-upset-spanish-hosts-cnab-once-again/): The first big match of the new European Aquatics club water polo season is just hours away – Zodiac CNAB and Marseille will clash for the Men’s Super Cup from 19:30 on Wednesday evening in Barcelona. 2026 European Aquatics Super Cup Men's finalWednesday 30 September, Barcelona(CET time shown) 19:30: Zodiac CNAB (ESP) v CN Marseille
- [First EA Next Wave Artistic Swimming Development Camp offers young athletes and coaches Olympic facilities in Samorin – register now!](https://europeanaquatics.org/first-ea-next-wave-artistic-swimming-development-camp-offers-young-athletes-and-coaches-olympic-facilities-in-samorin-register-now/): Young athletes are invited to develop their skills at the first European Aquatics Next Wave Artistic Swimming Development Camp, which will take place in the Olympic-level facility at Samorin from November 2 to 6. Male and female athletes aged 10 to 15 from beginner to intermediate level will benefit from the international experience of world
- [European Aquatics statement – Razanac](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-statement-razanac/): European Aquatics is aware of public comments circulating following the disqualification of two swimmers, Bettina Fabian and David Betlehem, at the recent open water swimming competition in Razanac, Croatia. In the spirit of openness and transparency, we are publishing the Jury of Appeal decisions in full. In addition, European Aquatics will refer the full sequence
- [European Aquatics’ Belen Martin Leon takes part in Her Turn leadership programme for women in sport](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-belen-martin-leon-takes-part-in-her-turn-leadership-programme-for-women-in-sport/): Belen Martin Leon, Sports Assistant at European Aquatics, has taken part in Her Turn, a leadership development programme supporting women in sport to take the next step into leadership and decision-making roles. Martin Leon was part of the first Her Turn Class of 2026, which brought together 25 women from 12 countries for a five-month
- [Verani takes second successive victory as Tarasiewicz returns to winning ways at European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup stop in Razanac](https://europeanaquatics.org/verani-takes-second-successive-victory-as-tarasiewicz-returns-to-winning-ways-at-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-stop-in-razanac/): Italy's Dario Verani produced a stunning finish to claim his second victory in as many legs at the Razanac stop of the European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026, powering through the final ten metres to touch ahead of Mexico's Paolo Strehlke Delgado, who had led for the majority of the race as an external
- [Betlehem and Fabian add fresh faces as Verani and Kasvio return for Razanac leg of Open Water Swimming Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/betlehem-and-fabian-add-fresh-faces-as-verani-and-kasvio-return-for-razanac-leg-of-open-water-swimming-cup/): Betlehem and Fabian add fresh faces as Verani and Kasvio return for Razanac leg of Open Water Swimming Cup The European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026 moves to Razanac on Saturday for the second stop of the season, with the 10km races set to get underway over six laps of the Croatian course as
- [European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Championships 2027 set for 19-22 May in Alghero](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-championships-2027-set-for-19-22-may-in-alghero/): The European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Championships 2027 will take place from 19-22 May, European Aquatics has confirmed, with Alghero preparing to welcome the continent's top open water swimmers to the coast of the island of Sardinia. Alghero was named host of the Championships during a handover ceremony at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026,
- [European Aquatics highlights commitment to good governance at SIGA Football Integrity Forum](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-highlights-commitment-to-good-governance-at-siga-football-integrity-forum/): European Aquatics was represented at the 2nd SIGA Football Integrity Forum, held under the theme “Protecting Football’s Future Through Integrity”, with good governance and independent verification at the centre of discussions. The forum brought together governance and compliance experts to examine how sports organisations can move beyond formal commitments and demonstrate meaningful, lasting institutional change.
- [Super Cup: First water polo silverware of 2026/27 club season awaits](https://europeanaquatics.org/super-cup-first-water-polo-silverware-of-2026-27-club-season-awaits/): As has become something of a tradition, the European water polo Super Cup finals kick off the top-level club action in the autumn. Next week brings the men’s final first, with Zodiac CNAB facing Marseille on Wednesday in Barcelona, while Olympiacos take on Catalunya in the women’s clash on Saturday in Piraeus. 2026 European Aquatics
- [Champions League Men: Novi Beograd, Oradea, Brescia and Panathinaikos advance](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-novi-beograd-oradea-brescia-and-panathinaikos-advance/): Four of the six qualifying spots were booked on Day 2 of the Champions League Qualification Round. Novi Beograd, Oradea, Brescia and Panathinaikos are all through – and while NBG enjoyed a relatively easy ride, the other three had to battle their way past their respective opponents in hard-fought encounters. Champions League Men 2026/27Qualification Round,
- [Champions League Men: Brescia and Panathinaikos roar to crucial victories on day one of qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-brescia-and-panathinaikos-roar-to-crucial-victories-on-day-one-of-qualifiers/): AN Brescia and Panathinaikos AC emerged as the big winners on the opening day of the Champions League Qualification Round on Friday evening. The Italians downed CN Sabadell, while Panathinaikos upset their hosts Jadran in Split. VK Novi Beograd and A-Polo Sport Management also kicked off their respective campaigns with victories, while Oradea came back
- [Race for Champions League glory set to begin with qualification tournaments](https://europeanaquatics.org/race-for-champions-league-glory-set-to-begin-with-qualification-tournaments/): It’s swim-off time in the Champions League, with the first action-packed weekend just around the corner as the Qualification Round starts on Friday. Six Group Stage spots are up for grabs, and three days of intense battling await at three venues across the continent. The top two ranked sides from each group will qualify for
- [Champions League Men: Victorious Sabadell and Jadran complete Group Stage line-up](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-victorious-sabadell-and-jadran-complete-group-stage-line-up/): Jadran Split and CN Sabadell secured the final two spots in the Champions League Group Stage after cruising to lopsided victories on the last day of the Qualification Round on Sunday. Champions League Men 2026/27Qualification Round, Day 3Sunday 20 September Group A(Oradea)Spandau 04 Berlin (GER) 13-6 Team Strasbourg (FRA) (3-2, 4-2, 3-2, 3-0)CSM Oradea (ROU)
- [European Aquatics marking #BeActive theme in 12th European Week of Sports](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-marking-beactive-theme-in-12th-european-week-of-sports/): European Aquatics will be engaging today with the annual European Union initiative of European Week of Sports (EWoS). Running from September 23 to 30, the 2026 edition marks the 12th year of a campaign which has promoted physical activity and sport throughout the continent using the theme of #BeActive your way. The EA’s national federations
- [Champions League Men: Draw throws up huge Group Stage clashes](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-draw-throws-up-huge-group-stage-clashes/): One of the most eagerly awaited draws of the water polo club season has produced a series of tough pools for the Champions League Group Stage, with last season’s finalists Barceloneta and Recco both facing challenging routes through to the next stage. 2026/27 Champions League MenGroup Stage Draw Group A: Olympiacos SFP (GRE), Waspo 98
- [European Aquatics well represented at Biomechanics and Medicine in Swimming Symposium in Brazil](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-well-represented-at-biomechanics-and-medicine-in-swimming-symposium-in-brazil/): European Aquatics delegates contributed their expertise at the XVth International Symposium on Biomechanics and Medicine in Swimming (BMS), held at the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul in Porto Alegre, Brazil, from 7-11 September 2026, with European Aquatics Academy staff Daniel Marinho and Tiago Barbosa attending on behalf of the organisation. The symposium followed
- [Registration now open for European Aquatics Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Integrity Conference in Baku](https://europeanaquatics.org/registration-now-open-for-european-aquatics-diversity-equity-inclusion-integrity-conference-in-baku/): Registration is now open for the "Waves of Change" Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Integrity (DEI & I) Conference, which will take place alongside the European Aquatics Congress 2026 in the Azerbaijani capital of Baku from October 8 to 10. The Conference will be held on Friday, October 9, from 9:00am to 12:30pm, bringing together experts
- [Underwater overview: spectacular new swimming images from Paris and Samorin](https://europeanaquatics.org/underwater-overview-spectacular-new-swimming-images-from-paris-and-samorin/): Photographic coverage at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 and the European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 took on a new angle thanks to the installation of underwater cameras. This additional facility provided swimming images of startling clarity and novelty from the Olympic Aquatics Centre and the X-Bionic Sphere in Samorin. The pictures selected here were
- [European Aquatics staff take part in carbon footprint measurement onboarding session](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-staff-take-part-in-carbon-footprint-measurement-onboarding-session/): European Aquatics staff took part in an onboarding session this morning focused on carbon footprint measurement and reduction, as part of the support provided through the OCEAN project. European Aquatics had previously expressed its interest in initiating its own carbon footprint measurement process. This work is being carried out with the support of the EOC
- [Swiss head coach Meloni detailing training philosophy for elite swimming at Paris 2026 coaching clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/swiss-head-coach-meloni-detailing-training-philosophy-for-elite-swimming-at-paris-2026-coaching-clinic/): Leading Swiss coach Massimo Meloni offered an in-depth assessment of his overall approach when he held an elite swimming clinic at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026. Meloni, head coach at the Swiss Aquatics Training Base group - which includes Olympic medallist and multiple short course world record holder Noe Ponti - was conducting the
- [Swiss head coach Meloni offered training philosophy for elite swimming at Paris 2026 coaching clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/swiss-head-coach-meloni-offered-training-philosophy-for-elite-swimming-at-paris-2026-coaching-clinic/): As part of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 coaches and sports professionals were presented with a vision of training articulated by leading Swiss coach Massimo Meloni. Meloni, head coach at the Swiss Aquatics Training Base group - which includes Olympic medallist and multiple short course world record holder Noe Ponti – was conducting the
- [New European Aquatics national water polo rankings announced](https://europeanaquatics.org/new-european-aquatics-national-water-polo-rankings-announced-2/): European Aquatics has published its latest national team rankings, based on results achieved over the past three years at senior and age-group European Water Polo Championships. Hungary lead the men's field after finishing among the six highest-placed teams at all eight eligible tournaments, while double European champions Netherlands head the women's table.Hungary's men have enjoyed
- [Champions League Final Four action returns to Belgrade](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-final-four-action-returns-to-belgrade/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce that Belgrade will host the men’s and women’s Champions League Final Fours at the conclusion of the 2026–27 season, bringing Europe’s leading clubs together for a four-day water polo showcase next May. The Serbian capital will welcome eight teams – four men’s and four women’s – to the 11
- [European Aquatics artistic swimming coaches course level 1: bulletin and registration information now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-artistic-swimming-coaches-course-level-1-bulletin-and-registration-information-now-available/): European Aquatics has published two bulletins introducing the first edition of the Artistic Swimming Coaches Course Level 1, split into theoretical and practical components as part of the organisation's continued investment in coaching education. The theoretical component is delivered online via the European Aquatics Academy Educational Platform. It forms the foundation of the course and
- [Tbilisi set to host water polo Technical Officials Intermediate Certification Course](https://europeanaquatics.org/tbilisi-set-to-host-water-polo-technical-officials-intermediate-certification-course/): Europe’s leading water polo technical officials will soon be gathering in Tbilisi, as the vibrant Georgian capital hosts the European Aquatics Water Polo Technical Officials Intermediate Certification Course for Referees and Delegates from 11-13 September. The three-day course is a key part of European Aquatics’ education and certification programme, bringing officials together ahead of the
- [2026 European Aquatics artistic swimming clinic: registration deadline moves to September 20 and updated bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-european-aquatics-artistic-swimming-clinic-updated-bulletin-now-available/): European Aquatics has published an updated bulletin for the 2026 artistic swimming clinic, confirming key changes ahead of the event at the X-Bionic Sphere in Samorin, Slovakia, from November 6 to 8, 2026. Following the first bulletin published in July, the second bulletin confirms that the registration deadline has been extended to September 20, 2026,
- [Information bulletin now available for EA Congress 2026 in Baku, incorporating third “Waves of Change” DEI @ I Conference](https://europeanaquatics.org/information-bulletin-now-available-for-ea-congress-2026-in-baku-incorporating-third-waves-of-change-dei-i-conference/): The information bulletin has been released for the European Aquatics Congress 2026, which will take place in the Azerbaijan capital of Baku from October 8 to 10 and will incorporate the “Waves of Change” Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Integrity (DEI & I) Conference. In his welcome letter, European Aquatics President Antonio Silva described the Congress
- [Kasvio takes photo-finish triumph as Verani impresses at European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup Tenero opener](https://europeanaquatics.org/kasvio-takes-photo-finish-triumph-as-verani-impresses-in-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-tenero-opener/): The European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026 finally got off the mark in Tenero with Italy's Dario Verani executed a perfect race plan and Finland's Louna Kasvio took a memorable photo-finish victory to take the honours in the respective men's and women's races a gruelling six-lap, 10km course in the Swiss village. The stop
- [European Aquatics announces water polo officials list for 2026/27 season](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-announces-water-polo-officials-list-for-2026-27-season/): With the eagerly awaited 2026/27 club season set to begin with the Champions League qualification tournaments on the weekend of 18-20 September, European Aquatics has announced its list of water polo officials for the forthcoming year. With a continued commitment to the highest standards of refereeing across the continent, European Aquatics’ pathway for technical officials
- [European Aquatics mourns Hungary’s pioneering former TSC member Akos Toth](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-mourns-hungarys-pioneering-former-tsc-member-akos-toth/): Akos Toth, a defining figure in Hungarian swimming, has died in Budapest aged 83. A former member of the European Aquatics Technical Swimming Committee (TSC) and swimming competition director at several European Aquatics Championships, Toth worked tirelessly for his sport. He held several important positions across the decades, including an eight-year-long tenure as head coach
- [European Aquatics returns to Antalya’s Gloria Sports Arena for 2027 Junior Diving Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-returns-to-antalyas-gloria-sports-arena-for-2027-junior-diving-championships/): The Gloria Sports Arena in Antalya, Turkiye will host next year’s European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships from May 24 to 30. It will be the second staging of an EA event at this venue following last year’s senior version of these Championships. One of Türkiye's premier high-performance sports centres, Gloria Sports Arena boasts an Olympic-standard
- [European Aquatics unveils new branding as part of centenary celebrations](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-unveils-new-branding-as-part-of-centenary-celebrations/): European Aquatics has begun its centenary celebrations, with new golden branding launched across the organisation's website and social channels to mark 100 years of the organisation and the European Aquatics Championships. The milestone was formally announced by European Aquatics President Antonio Silva at a Gala Dinner held at the Pavillon Elysee on the Champs-Elysees in
- [European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 reaches thrilling conclusion](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-masters-championships-2026-reaches-thrilling-conclusion/): The final days of the European Aquatics Masters Championships delivered a fitting conclusion to almost two weeks of competition, with diving reaching its climax in Graz, open water swimmers completing their programme in Samorín and Masters water polo producing a full slate of finals. Across the three disciplines, athletes from across Europe continued to demonstrate
- [Last call to coaches to register for mandatory Elite Coach Conference – Swimming 2026 in Maia, Portugal](https://europeanaquatics.org/last-call-to-coaches-to-register-for-mandatory-elite-coach-conference-swimming-2026-in-maia-portugal/): If you are a coach and you need to renew your European Aquatics Coach Certification, please note that it is still possible to register for the mandatory Elite Coach Conference - Swimming 2026 which will take place on September 18–19 in Maia, Portugal. Participants may attend either in person at the University of Maia or
- [Exciting new brand of water polo – WP4 – lighting up Dubrovnik](https://europeanaquatics.org/exciting-new-brand-of-water-polo-wp4-lighting-up-dubrovnik/): A new chapter in water polo history is being written in one of the sport’s most iconic homes, as Dubrovnik’s spectacular Old Town Harbour hosts the inaugural World Aquatics Water Polo 4x4 – WP4 – Open Championships from 31 August to 6 September. With the ancient city walls and Adriatic sea providing a dramatic and
- [Last call for registrations for European Aquatics and CBDA Swimming Coaches Clinic in Brazil](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-partners-with-cbda-for-international-coaches-clinic-in-brazil/): European Aquatics is partnering with the Brazilian Swimming Confederation (CBDA) to deliver an international coaches clinic in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on 5-6 September 2026. The clinic is being staged as a satellite event of the international symposium for biomechanics and medicine in Swimming (BMS), the leading scientific gathering for swimming researchers and practitioners worldwide, which
- [Diving, open water swimming and water polo deliver drama across two venues as Masters Championships enter closing stages](https://europeanaquatics.org/diving-open-water-swimming-and-water-polo-deliver-drama-across-two-venues-as-masters-championships-enter-closing-stages/): The European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 continued in Samorin and Graz over the past three days, with the open water swimming programme beginning and the diving programme continuing at the respective locations with a series of quality performances and memorable moments. The springboard programme in Graz produced tight finishes throughout the second day as it
- [Beck bids farewell to swimming – but she’ll be back](https://europeanaquatics.org/beck-bids-farewell-to-swimming-but-shell-be-back/): Leonie Beck has retired from competitive swimming after a 10-year top class career in which she took part at three Olympics and won world and European open water titles. The 29-year-old German athlete posted her announcement on social media, saying: “Swimming may no longer be my profession, but water and sport will always be part of
- [Paris 2026: Record-breaking social numbers for European Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-record-breaking-social-numbers-for-european-aquatics-championships/): The European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 proved massively effective in terms of engaging with its followers. During the Championships, which ran from July 31 to August 16, a total of 95,218,228 views were recorded across European Aquatics-owned channels. The comparative figure for the last European Aquatics Championships in Belgrade two years ago was 27,000,000 –
- [Swimming and artistic swimming bow out in style at Masters Championships as diving takes centre stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/swimming-and-artistic-swimming-bow-out-in-style-at-masters-championships-as-diving-takes-centre-stage/): The European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 moved into their final stages this week, with the swimming and artistic swimming programmes reaching their closing stages while masters diving got underway in Graz, Austria. At the X-Bionic Sphere in Samorín, the swimming programme continued to showcase the depth of masters swimming, with more championship and European records
- [Records continue to tumble on days 3 and 4 of European Aquatics Masters Championships as competition passes 5000 registrations](https://europeanaquatics.org/records-continue-to-tumble-on-days-3-and-4-of-european-aquatics-masters-championships-as-competition-passes-5000-registrations/): The European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 continued at pace in Samorín and Bratislava, with another two days of swimming producing a host of championship and European records, while artistic swimming delivered exciting duet technical, open team technical and solo free competition. The competition itself also passed 5000 registrations, with 4041 athletes, 309 coaches, and 639
- [Paris 2026: Latest European Aquatics Championships set new benchmark for success on all fronts](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-latest-european-aquatics-championships-set-new-benchmark-for-success-on-all-fronts/): Paris 2026 was a major success for European Aquatics and a new benchmark for the organisation of our flagship Championships, which involved 1,268 athletes – including, for the first time, para swimmers - and 615 volunteers. Diving, artistic swimming and swimming took place in the Paris 2024 legacy venue of the Olympic Aquatic Centre, while open
- [European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 gets underway in Bratislava and Samorin](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-masters-championships-2026-gets-underway-in-bratislava-and-samorin/): Records, artistry and a truly international start to the European Aquatics Masters Championships The European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 has finished its second day, and already there have been several intriguing stories and countless magic moments from both Samorin and Bratislava across swimming and artistic swimming respectively, with action from more sports still to come.
- [António Silva: “Good governance has to be a continuous process of improvement”](https://europeanaquatics.org/antonio-silva-good-governance-has-to-be-a-continuous-process-of-improvement/): European Aquatics President António Silva reflects on the organisation’s governance journey, the role of independent assessment and the next steps towards strengthening transparency and accountability across European aquatics. Good governance has been a strategic priority for European Aquatics since António Silva took office as President. As part of this commitment, European Aquatics has worked with
- [Barcelona and Athens to host the 2026 European Aquatics Super Cups](https://europeanaquatics.org/barcelona-and-athens-to-host-the-2026-european-aquatics-super-cups/): The dates and venues are set for the 2026 European Aquatics Water Polo Super Cups, with Barcelona and Athens hosting the men’s and women’s showdowns between the reigning Champions League and Euro Cup winners. The Men’s Super Cup will take place in Barcelona on 30 September, where Champions League winners Zodiac CNAB will host CN Marseille, winners of the 2025/26 Euro Cup.
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans: Croatia retains the title and completes 2026 sweep](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-croatia-retains-the-title-and-completes-2026-sweep/): The Croats did it. They retained their European title in the top age-group category and also completed a historical sweep of all gold medals on offer this summer at the men’s age-group majors. Just like their U16 and U18 boys, the U20 side triumphed too after a hard-fought battle with Spain where the Croatians dominated
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans, Division 1: NAB team finish atop](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-division-1-nab-team-finish-atop/): The Neutral Athletes B team clinched the Division One title after beating Israel in a hard-fought battle, though they kept the game under control in the second half. Poland edged out Belgium with a shootout win to claim the bronze medal. The match began the same way as the NAB team’s semi, the rival, this
- [Paris 2026: Marchand signs off with second gold as Kos, Quadarella and Meilutyte secure landmark wins](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-marchand-signs-off-with-second-gold-as-kos-quadarella-and-meilutyte-secure-landmark-wins/): Leon Marchand earned an audacious victory in the men’s 400m freestyle before helping France secure bronze in the men’s 4x100m medley as the hugely successful European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 came to an end. Huge cheers of “Leon, Leon, Leon” rang out once again from the packed stands in the Olympic Aquatic Centre as the
- [Paris 2026: Records re-written at momentous European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-records-re-written-at-momentous-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026/): As the last ripples flow from an outstanding European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 its legacy in terms of world and continental swimming can be partly expressed by the list of records broken during the seven-day programme at the Olympic Aquatic Centre. A total of 33 records were set and one equalled, with the list being
- [Paris 2026: Marchand marches on into stacked 400m freestyle final as Quadarella closes on triple triple](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-marchand-marches-on-into-stacked-400m-freestyle-final-as-quadarella-closes-on-triple-triple/): Leon Marchand, seeking further success at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 after winning his first title in the previous night’s men’s 200m butterfly, qualified fourth fastest for what promises to be an epic 400m freestyle final in tonight’s closing swimming session. In what is for him a relatively new event, the 24-year-old quadruple Paris
- [Women in Aquatics Network members gather during Paris 2026 Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/women-in-aquatics-network-members-gather-during-paris-2026-championships/): Around 30 members of the Women in Aquatics Network came together on 10 August for an informal gathering during the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026. Held at the competition swimming pool following the morning swimming heats, the event brought together women from different countries, generations and professional backgrounds, all connected through their involvement in aquatics.
- [Paris 2026: Marchand delivers gold and Liebmann crushes men’s 1500m world record on day six](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-marchand-delivers-gold-and-liebmann-crushes-mens-1500m-world-record-on-day-six/): Leon Marchand delivered the result that France has been expecting for two years to earn his first European title on a night when Germany’s 19-year-old Johannes Liebmann pulverised the men’s 1500m freestyle world record, becoming the first man under 14.30 with a time of 14.26.79. The 24-year-old French sporting icon, whose preparations for the European
- [Paris 2026: EA President Silva welcomes landmark para swimming inclusion and advocates further progress](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-ea-president-silva-welcomes-landmark-para-swimming-inclusion-and-advocates-further-progress/): As para swimmers from eight nations prepare to compete for the first time this weekend within the main programme of the European Aquatics Championships, EA President Antonio Silva has hailed the landmark inclusion – and sounded a rallying cry for further assistance in building on this vital start. Speaking to para swimmers taking part at
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans: Spain and Croatia cruise to the final](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-spain-and-croatia-cruise-to-the-final/): The semi-finals lacked the usual drama as Spain trounced Montenegro and Croatia routed Italy in the penultimate day at the Men’s U20 European Water Polo Championships Division Elite tournament in Varna. Both sides stormed an early four-goal lead and never looked back. Semi-finals Spain v Montenegro 15-10 Spain showed no mercy against the Montenegrins and
- [Paris 2026: Popovici and Steenbergen receive 2025 Swimming Athlete of the Year trophies](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-popovici-and-steenbergen-receive-2025-swimming-athlete-of-the-year-trophies/): Romania's David Popovici and the Netherlands' Marrit Steenbergen, who between them have collected three individual gold medals so far in the pool at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, received their trophies at the end of the medal ceremonies on 14 August for being voted European Aquatics men's and women's swimmers of 2025. The presentation
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans, Division 1: Israel to face NAB in the final](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-division-1-israel-to-face-nab-in-the-final/): The two undefeated sides, Israel and the Neutral Athletes B team will clash for the gold medal at the Men’s U20 European Water Polo Championships Division One tournament in Oeiras. Their semis couldn’t have been any more different – Israel had to erase a four-goal deficit against Poland to win a hard-fought battle, while the
- [Filip Filipović inspires the next generation at the European U20 Championships in Portugal](https://europeanaquatics.org/filip-filipovic-inspires-the-next-generation-at-the-european-u20-championships-in-portugal/): One of the greatest players in water polo history joined the European Aquatics U20 Water Polo Championships Division 1 in Portugal as an Athlete Ambassador, turning three days of competition into an experience young athletes are unlikely to forget. For many young water polo players, Filip Filipović is someone they know from Olympic finals, major
- [European Club Competitions: The first draws of the season](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-club-competitions-the-first-draws-of-the-season/): Draws for the Qualification Rounds in the Champions League Men and Women and the Euro Cup Men. This season the qualification pathways are slightly different than in the previous one. Ten clubs enjoy wild card seeding in the Champions League Men: FTC-Telekom, CNAB, Recco, Olympiacos, Marseille, Mladost, Radnicki, Waspo, Herceg Novi and Steaua. The remaining
- [Paris 2026: Kos in pursuit of triple win as para swimmers make EA Championships debut](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-kos-in-pursuit-of-triple-win-as-para-swimmers-make-ea-championships-debut/): Hubert Kos, seeking a third European men’s 200m individual medley title, eased through to tonight’s semi-finals in a day six morning session in which para swimmers made their debut within the European Aquatics Championships. World and Olympic champion Kos, who has already won the 200m backstroke title here, did enough to qualify eighth fastest in
- [Paris 2026: “Superwoman” Curtis strikes again with second world record as super-fast Milak reclaims golden standing](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-superwoman-curtis-strikes-again-with-second-world-record-as-milak-reclaims-golden-standing/): “Superwoman” Sara Curtis, Italy’s 19-year-old swimming sensation, struck again at a packed Olympic Aquatic Centre, following up her previous night’s women’s 50m backstroke world record with another – 26.56 - as she earned her first senior European gold. Shortly beforehand home swimmer Maxime Grousset was beaten to men’s 100m butterfly gold over the last few
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans: Montenegro survive epic shootout, Croatia edge Serbia](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-montenegro-survive-epic-shootout-croatia-edge-serbia/): Quarter-final day in the Division Elite at the Men’s U20 European Water Polo Championships in Varna delivered plenty of drama. Spain and Italy booked their semi-final spots with convincing wins over Hungary and Germany, while Croatia edged Serbia by a single goal in a thrilling 14-13 battle. The biggest drama came in the last quarter-final,
- [Paris 2026: Popovici and Quadarella complete European Aquatics Championship doubles as Marchand reaches new level](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-popovici-and-quadarella-complete-european-aquatics-championship-doubles-as-marchand-reaches-new-level/): On a night when French icon Leon Marchand raised home hopes sky high by qualifying fastest into tomorrow night’s men’s 200m butterfly final, Romania’s 21-year-old David Popovici secured his third consecutive European 100m/200m freestyle double as he dominated the longer distance final in which he holds Olympic and world titles. Popovici was not the only
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans, Division 1: Israel and the NAB Team remain unbeaten](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-division-1-israel-and-the-nab-team-remain-unbeaten/): Israel and the team of the Neutral Athletes B finished atop in the respective groups in the Division One tournament in Oeiras at the Men’s U20 European Championship. Belgium and Poland joined them as runners-up, so these four sides are set to contest the semi-finals. Israel enjoyed a smooth run in the Group Stage, and
- [Paris 2026: French Paralympic legend Smetanine celebrates landmark inclusion of para swimming at European Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-french-paralympic-legend-smetanine-celebrates-landmark-inclusion-of-para-swimming-at-european-aquatics-championships/): French Paralympic swimming legend David Smetanine has been a prime force in helping to establish para swimming within the European Aquatics Championships – and he is now looking forward to that happening for the first time this weekend. “Promoting swimming in all its dimensions is very important," Smetanine, a Paris 2026 Ambassador for the French
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans: Malta almost stunned Montenegro](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-malta-almost-stunned-montenegro/): It was crossover day in the Division Elite at the Men’s U20 European Water Polo Championships in Varna. First division sides made no mistake, though reached the quarter-finals in different paths. Hungary and Croatia both clinched big wins, while Montenegro had to dig really deep to overcome a two-goal deficit in the fourth period against
- [Paris 2026: Marchand makes winning start to individual quest as Sjostrom and Curtis progress on day five at European Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-marchand-makes-winning-start-to-individual-quest-as-sjostrom-and-curtis-progress-on-day-five-at-european-aquatics-championships/): France’s swimming icon Leon Marchand began his pursuit of individual honours in encouraging fashion at the European Aquatics Championships this morning. Having dropped any breaststroke racing from his programme because of the hip adductor injury he is still carrying, the 24-year-old four-time Paris 2024 champion received predictably massive support in the Olympic Aquatic Arena as
- [Paris 2026: World record for “Superwoman” Curtis on winning night for Sjostrom, Liebmann and – just – Popovici](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-world-record-for-curtis-on-night-of-success-for-sjostrom-liebmann-and-just-popovici/): Nineteen-year-old Sara Curtis of Italy, always likely to earn high honours at these European Aquatics Championships, peaked earlier than expected in the evening session of day three as she set a world record of 26.63 in the women’s 50m backstroke semi-finals. Curtis had hopes of a first European gold here having set a European record
- [European Aquatics and EOC announce Istanbul as host of two major 2027 championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-and-eoc-announce-istanbul-as-host-of-two-major-2027-championships/): European Aquatics and the European Olympic Committees (EOC) have announced that Istanbul, Türkiye, will host two major European Aquatics events in 2027: the European Aquatics U23 Swimming Championships and the European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Championships, as part of the 2027 European Games. The European Aquatics U23 Swimming Championships will take place in the beginning of
- [Paris 2026: Popovici and Evans power on in day four swimming heats](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-popovici-and-evans-power-on-in-day-four-swimming-heats/): Romania’s David Popovici, already 100m freestyle champion here, moved through to tonight’s men’s 200m freestyle semi-finals with the ease of a basking shark as he lines up his third consecutive European double. On day four of the European Aquatics Championships swimming programme at the Olympic Aquatic Centre the 21-year-old world and Olympic champion qualified fourth
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans: Spain, Greece and Serbia join Italy in the quarters](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-spain-greece-and-serbia-join-italy-in-the-quarters/): Italy and Spain topped the respective groups in the first division and Greece and Serbia both pulled off a big win to advance to the quarter-finals in the second place, while the other four, Croatia, Hungary, Montenegro and Germany need to play in the crossovers. From the lower division, Turkiye and the Netherlands emerged as
- [Paris 2026: Marchand and France make the podium on tumultuous opening night of Championship records](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-marchand-and-france-make-the-podium-on-tumultuous-opening-night-of-championship-records/): On a night when the first three swimming finals of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 were won in Championship records, a tumultuous full house of excited spectators at the Olympic Aquatic Arena were also able to witness a first medal - silver - for France and a first ever European medal Leon Marchand. Unable
- [Paris 2026: European Aquatics Integrity meeting brings national federations together](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-integrity-meeting-brings-national-federations-together-in-paris/): European Aquatics Integrity Unit brought together representatives of National Federations, the European Aquatics’ Bureau and members of the European and the World Aquatics’ Integrity Units on 12 August for a dedicated meeting focused on integrity, ethics and safeguarding across aquatic sports. Held at the Aquatics Olympic Centre in Paris, 50 participants had the possibility to
- [Paris 2026: Steenbergen advances on two fronts as Ponti and Curtis enjoy day 3 swimming heats](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-steenbergen-advances-on-two-fronts-as-ponti-and-curtis-enjoy-day-3-swimming-heats/): Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands, winner of the previous night's 100m freestyle gold, qualified comfortably from the 200m freestyle and 50m backstroke heats in the day three morning session as she pursues her manifold ambitions at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026. Elsewhere there was a perky performance in the men's 100m butterfly heats from
- [Paris 2026: France find first gold as Italy top podium twice on swimming day 2 at European Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-france-find-first-gold-as-italy-top-podium-twice-on-day-2-at-european-aquatics-championships/): The Olympic Aquatic Centre roof received a severe test on the second evening of swimming at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 as the hosts earned their first gold in the mixed 4x100m medley, where their lead-off swimmer Mary Ambre-Moluh set a European women's backstroke record of 57.99.. Halfway through the closing relay medal ceremony
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans: Italy already clinched the top spot](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-italy-already-clinched-the-top-spot/): Italy already secured the top spot in Group A after a hard-fought win over Greece, while Spain is all set to grab the first place in the other group after bettering Montenegro in a thrilling encounter. Croatia netted the winner 12 seconds from time to beat Hungary in another exciting clash while Serbia left no
- [Men’s U20 WP Europeans: another Perrone is making waves](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u20-wp-europeans-another-perrone-is-making-waves/): Four brilliant encounters kicked off the Men’s U20 European Water Polo Championships’ Elite Division tournament in Varna. In the top two groups, Italy bested Croatia and Hungary earned a thrilling shootout win over Greece. Montenegro finished strong against Germany, while Tomas Perrone, nephew of the legendary Felipe, hit six goals for Spain, including a buzzer
- [Paris 2026: Popovici and van Katwijk receive 2025 High Diving Athlete of the Year trophies](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-popovici-and-van-katwijk-receive-2025-high-diving-athlete-of-the-year-trophies/): Romania's Constantin Popovici and the Netherlands' Ginni van Katwijk received their trophies during the high diving medal ceremony on 8 August at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 for being voted European Aquatics' best men's and women's high divers of 2025. Popovici had sat among the frontrunners through the opening two rounds on Friday before
- [Paris 2026: Sjostrom and Popovici prosper, Evans and Muratory set records in day two heats](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-sjostrom-and-popovici-prosper-evans-and-muratory-set-records-in-day-two-heats/): Olympic champions Sarah Sjostrom and David Popovici made strong starts at the European Aquatics Championships in a morning session where Great Britain’s Angharad Evans set a women’s 100m breaststroke Championship record of 1:05.45 and France’s Nathan Muratory clocked a world junior record of 1:54.87 in the men’s 200m backstroke heats. Sjostrom, 32, contesting her first
- [European Aquatics Bureau reviews key strategic priorities at Paris meeting](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-bureau-reviews-key-strategic-priorities-at-paris-meeting/): The European Aquatics Bureau met in Paris on 9 August during the European Aquatics Championships to review a wide range of sporting, financial and strategic matters and approve several proposals supporting the ongoing development of aquatic sport across Europe. The meeting was opened by French Swimming Federation (FFN) President and European Aquatics Bureau member Gilles
- [Paris 2026: Wellbrock and Fabian receive awards as best open water swimmers of 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-wellbrock-and-fabian-receive-awards-as-best-open-water-swimmers-of-2025/): Germany's Florian Wellbrock and Hungary's Bettina Fabian, who between them collected five medals across the open water swimming programme at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, received their awards on 7 August during the knockout sprint medal ceremony for being voted European Aquatics men's and women's open water swimmers of 2025. Wellbrock finished his Championships
- [Paris 2026: Marchand speaks about “hard decision” to drop two events but is “excited” about home EA Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-marchand-speaks-about-hard-decision-to-drop-two-events-but-is-excited-about-home-ea-championships/): Leon Marchand today spoke about the “hard decision” not to compete in breaststroke or individual medley events at his home European Aquatics Championships. At a crowded press conference at the Olympic Aquatic Centre, where the seven-day swimming programme starts tomorrow, the 24-year-old four-times Paris 2024 champion explained how he had been dealing with the adductor
- [Paris 2026: Steenbergen and returning local hero Grousset open European Aquatics Championships swimming programme with world class markers](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-steenbergen-and-returning-local-hero-grousset-open-european-aquatics-championships-swimming-programme-with-world-class-markers/): A nigh-on packed Olympic Aquatic Centre witnessed two arresting statements of intent from two world champions in the opening session of the Paris 2026 swimming competition. Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands, who had spoken the previous day about getting “some kind of revenge” after Paris 2024 results that fell below her expectations, began that process
- [2027 European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships to be hosted in Croatia](https://europeanaquatics.org/2027-european-aquatics-junior-swimming-championships-to-be-hosted-in-croatia/): Bjelovar in Croatia will host next year's European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships, European Aquatics confirmed today. The continent’s most talented swimmers will gather in this central city to compete between June 29 and July 4 at a brand new pool built within the major new Wellovar pool complex at a cost of 51 million euros
- [Paris 2026: Women’s preview – Steenbergen set for five events](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-womens-preview-steenbergen-set-for-five-events/): Marrit Steenbergen could make the same kind of impact at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 as she did last December at the EA Short Course Championships in Lublin, where she earned five golds and set five European records. The 26-year-old Dutch swimmer, who retained her world 100m freestyle title last year and set a
- [Paris 2026: Day two of EA Swim Safe Conference highlights key funding challenges and smart breakthroughs](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-day-two-of-ea-swim-safe-conference-highlights-key-funding-challenges-and-smart-breakthroughs/): Speaking on day two of the European Swim Safe Conference, Jan Pommer, chief executive officer of the German Swimming Federation (DSV) highlighted a range of challenges that are being addressed in the establishment of his country’s learn-to-swim programme. According to DSV research, 60 per cent of 10-year-olds in Germany cannot swim safely, and 20 per
- [Paris 2026: Men’s swimming preview – Marchand drops to two events](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-mens-swimming-preview-marchand-drops-to-two-events/): Leon Marchand, named yesterday for four events in the swimming which starts tomorrow at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, has reduced his programme to two events. The 24-year-old French sporting icon has withdrawn from the 200m and 400m individual medley, two of the four individual events he won at Paris 2024, but remains on
- [Paris 2026: European Aquatics launches its ongoing Centenary celebrations in the Champs Elysees](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-european-aquatics-launches-its-ongoing-centenary-celebrations-in-the-champs-elysees/): European Aquatics launched its Centenary celebrations in the heart of Paris at a Gala dinner held at Pavillon Elysee on the Champs-Elysees. One hundred years after the first European Championships took place in Budapest, EA President Antonio Silva celebrated its latest iteration taking place in the French capital – and offered a preview the formal
- [Paris 2026: Chukanivska and Preda claim high diving titles as fans flock to the Seine in the heat](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-chukanivska-and-preda-claim-high-diving-titles-as-fans-flock-to-the-seine-in-the-heat/): The high diving competition at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 reached its conclusion on Saturday, with Ukraine's Nelli Chukanivska and Romania's Catalin Preda taking the women's and men's 20m platform titles respectively, in front of hundreds of fans who lined the banks of the Seine in baking heat to watch the action unfold. Having
- [Paris 2026: Italy crowned best team as Germany sign off open water programme with mixed relay gold](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-italy-crowned-best-team-as-germany-sign-off-open-water-programme-with-mixed-relay-gold/): The four-day open water swimming programme at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 came to a close on the River Seine on Saturday, with Italy claiming the overall team trophy for the most successful nation across the Championships, while Germany brought the curtain down on the individual and relay action by winning the 4x1500m mixed
- [Paris 2026: Day one of EA Swim Safe Conference offers tales of survival, strategy and standards](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-day-one-of-ea-swim-safe-conference-offers-tales-of-survival-strategy-and-standards/): Day one of the European Aquatics Swim Safe Conference offered a huge range of different voices and advice on the key topic of broadening the teaching of swimming and reducing the number of drownings across the continent. Welcoming guests to the Conference, European Aquatics President Antonio Silva said: “This is a very important milestone for
- [Alghero named host of European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Championships 2027](https://europeanaquatics.org/alghero-named-host-of-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-championships-2027/): Alghero, Italy will host the 2027 European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Championships, European Aquatics confirmed today, with the Sardinian city set to welcome the continent's top open water swimmers during the last week of May 2027. The news came moments after the final race of the open water swimming programme at the European Aquatics Championships
- [Paris 2026: Marchand and Grousset named in entry list for European Aquatics Championships swimming programme just released](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-marchand-and-grousset-named-in-entry-list-for-european-aquatics-championships-swimming-programme-just-released/): French swimming icon Leon Marchand, who has been nursing an injured right adductor since pulling out of the national championships in June, has been named in four events at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 swimming programme, which will run from August 10 to 16 in the Olympic Aquatic Centre. The 24-year-old quadruple Olympic champion
- [Return to Paris: Ceccon ready to re-live golden memories at European Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-ceccon-ready-to-re-live-golden-memories-at-european-aquatics-championships/): Italy’s Thomas Ceccon won the 100m backstroke title at the Paris 2024 Olympics and took world silver in the same event last summer in Singapore. At 25 he is already the holder of nine European long course medals, including four golds won in Rome four years ago – the last time he contested these Championships.
- [Oeiras 2026: Hungary U20s crowned European champions after edging epic shootout with Spain](https://europeanaquatics.org/oeiras-2026-hungary-u20s-crowned-european-champions-after-edging-epic-shootout-with-spain/): After an end-to-end, epic gold medal final, it took eleven rounds of penalties to separate Hungary and Spain. The Spaniards had two chances to seal a fourth consecutive crown in the shootout, but missed their fifth and ninth efforts to give the Magyars another chance – and they took it amidst dramatic scenes. Goalkeeper Luca
- [Paris 2026: Knockout sprints deliver drama on third day of open water swimming as Gose and Betlehem take final individual titles](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-knockout-sprints-deliver-drama-on-third-day-of-open-water-swimming-as-gose-and-betlehem-take-final-individual-titles/): The third day of open water swimming action at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 played host to the relatively new 3km knockout sprint format, and it was Germany's Isabel Gose and Hungary's David Betlehem who emerged victorious in the respective women's and men's races following thrilling 500m showdowns. With the action on the River
- [Oeiras 2026: Hungary and Spain set for another gold-medal showdown at Women’s U20 European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/oeiras-2026-hungary-and-spain-set-for-another-gold-medal-showdown-at-womens-u20-european-water-polo-championships/): Spain and Hungary will meet in the European Championships final for a third successive time after both sides triumphed in their respective semis in Oeiras on Thursday. In the 2022 and 2024 editions, when the competition was contested at U19 level, Spain lifted the trophy on both occasions. So, the Magyars will be hoping it's
- [Paris 2026: Wesemann in wonderland after stunning 3m springboard win as Ukraine earn first diving gold in mixed 10m platform](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-wesemann-in-wonderland-after-stunning-3m-springboard-win-as-ukraine-earn-first-diving-gold-in-mixed-10m-platform/): European divers produced a contest of pulverising world class quality in the men’s 3m springboard final here at the Olympic Aquatics Centre. And just as he had done to retain his 1m title four days earlier, Germany’s Moritz Wesemann produced a huge and dramatic final flourish, earning gold with a score of 95.55. Earlier in
- [Paris 2026: Tio Casas ends Spain’s title drought as Neutral Athletes B take second team gold on penultimate day of artistic swimming programme](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-tio-casas-ends-spains-title-drought-as-neutral-athletes-b-take-second-team-gold/): The wait for Spain's first artistic swimming gold medal of the Championships came to an end on the fifth day of competition at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, as Iris Tio Casas edged out a thrilling women's solo technical final before the Neutral Athletes B claimed their second European title of the competition in
- [Paris 2026: Pellacani wins historic fifth diving gold, Ternovoi secures men’s 10m title with 100.80 score and Germany take Championship Trophy](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-pellacani-wins-historic-fifth-diving-gold-ternovoi-secures-mens-10m-title-with-100-80-score-and-germany-take-championship-trophy/): Chiara Pellacani will leave Paris with five European gold medals from a single Championships – a feat no other diver has achieved – after partnering Elisa Pizzini to victory in an incident-packed women’s 3m synchro final. It was a historic triumph for the 23-year-old Italian athlete, who has already stood atop the podium in the
- [Paris 2026: high diving preview](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-high-diving-preview/): 15 men and 8 women are gearing up to take to the 20m platform on the Pont de Bir-Hakeim bridge in the French capital for the start of the high diving competition at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, which begin on 7 August and finish the following day. Romania's Constantin Popovici arrives as one
- [Paris 2026: Italy’s Pellacani and Sereda of Ukraine get trophies as women’s and men’s divers of 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-italys-pellacani-and-sereda-of-ukraine-get-trophies-as-womens-and-mens-divers-of-2025/): Italy’s Chiara Pellacani, who has already secured four gold medals at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, received yet another accolade tonight as she was presented with her trophy for being voted EA women’s diver of the year for 2025. Ukraine’s Oleksii Sereda also received a trophy as best men’s diver in the 2025 European
- [Paris 2026: Spain’s Tio and Gonzalez receive trophies as women’s and men’s artistic swimmers of 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-spains-tio-and-gonzalez-receive-trophies-as-womens-and-mens-artistic-swimmers-of-2025/): Spain’s Iris Tio and Dennis Gonzalez, who earned world and European gold last season in the mixed duet free, today received their respective trophies at the Olympic Aquatic Centre for being voted Best Women’s and Best Men’s Artistic Swimmer of 2025. The presentations were made by former artistic swimmers Emma Garcia, vice-chair of the European
- [European Aquatics statement: Open water swimming training session Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-statement-open-water-swimming-training-session-paris-2026/): European Aquatics has just been informed that, despite recent water quality tests confirming that the River Seine meets the required standards for competition, a small amount of oil/fuel has been visually identified near the competition area. The relevant authorities are currently carrying out clean-up operations and, as a precautionary measure, today's scheduled open water swimming training session has been
- [Oeiras 2026: Hungary, Italy, Spain and Netherlands surge through to semifinals](https://europeanaquatics.org/oeiras-2026-hungary-italy-spain-and-netherlands-surge-through-to-semifinals/): Hungary roared back to beat Neutral Athletes B in the opening quarterfinal of the Women's U20 European Water Polo Championships in Portugal on Wednesday. The Magyars were later joined in the semis by the Netherlands, who shut Greece out in the third quarter to help seal a narrow victory. Italy took a while to overcome
- [Paris 2026: Wellbrock and Taddeucci complete the double with 5km open water swimming gold](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-wellbrock-and-taddeucci-complete-the-double-with-5km-open-water-swimming-gold/): Florian Wellbrock and Ginevra Taddeucci followed up their 10km victories with further gold in the 5km events on day two of open water competition at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, though both had to work hard for it, with Wellbrock seeing off a resurgent David Betlehem, while Taddeucci had to come from behind after
- [Paris 2026: NAB complete team hat-trick in artistic swimming as Spain claim Championship trophy](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-nab-complete-team-hat-trick-in-artistic-swimming-as-spain-claim-championship-trophy/): The spectacular team acrobatic final brought the artistic swimming competition at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 to a thrilling close on Tuesday evening, as a packed Olympic Aquatic Centre in Saint-Denis witnessed one final showdown between Europe's two dominant powers. After another breathtaking battle, the Neutral Athletes B edged Spain to claim their third
- [Paris 2026: Seven swimming storylines to watch out for at the European Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-seven-swimming-storylines-to-watch-out-for-at-the-european-aquatics-championships/): Will Marchand march on after injury? Leon Marchand is the central poster boy for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026. A French sporting icon after winning four golds at the Paris 2024 Olympics. But he pulled out of the French Championships at the end of June after straining his right adductor during the 200m breaststroke
- [Paris 2026: Pellacani has European night of nights with golds in mixed 3m synchro and women’s 1m](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-pellacani-has-european-night-of-nights-with-golds-in-mixed-3m-synchro-and-womens-1m/): Italian fans celebrated hugely after witnessing a peerless exhibition of diving from Chiara Pellacani, who ended day 3 at the European Aquatics Championships with two golds – the first partnering Matteo Santoro in the mixed 3m synchro, the second in retaining her women’s 1m springboard title. The chant of “Chiara, Chiara, Chiara!!” rang out at
- [Paris 2026: Pellacani is perfection as she earns fourth diving gold on day five while Neutral Athletes B rule men’s 10m synchro](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-pellacani-is-perfection-as-she-earns-fourth-diving-gold-on-day-5-as-nab-rule-mens-10m-synchro/): Italy’s Chiara Pellacani laid claim to being the diver of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 as she earned her fourth gold medal with a peerless sequence of performances in the women’s 3m springboard, adding to the titles she had already won in the mixed team, 1m and 3m synchro with Matteo Santoro. Pellacani was
- [Paris 2026: Wellbrock and Taddeucci take 10km titles as open water swimming programme begins with a bang](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-wellbrock-and-taddeucci-take-10km-titles-as-open-water-swimming-programme-begins-with-a-bang/): Florian Wellbrock and Ginevra Taddeucci were crowned European 10km open water swimming champions on a dramatic opening day of competition at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, as they both came through gripping late battles in the River Seine to take gold. Wellbrock survived a determined late assault from Hungary's David Betlehem to win the
- [Oeiras 2026: Great Britain, Croatia, Greece and Neutral Athletes B secure quarterfinal tickets](https://europeanaquatics.org/oeiras-2026-great-britain-croatia-greece-and-neutral-athletes-b-secure-quarterfinal-tickets/): Greece, Croatia, Great Britain and Neutral Athletes B advanced to the quarterfinals after winning their respective crossover matches at the Women’s U20 European Water Polo Championships in Oeiras on Tuesday. Team GB and Neutral Athletes B both overcame first division opponents, a rare occurrence, although in the case of NAB it was widely expected against
- [Paris 2026: Bond earns second gold for Britain and Germany’s new pair win men’s 3m synchro on day 4](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-bond-earns-second-gold-for-britain-and-germanys-new-pair-win-mens-3m-synchro-on-day-4/): Great Britain’s Maisie Bond became a double European gold medallist at the age of 19 as she added the women’s 10m platform title to the women’s 10m synchro she had earned two days earlier with Lois Toulson. She put out of mind her blip in the morning qualifying, where she dropped from first to fifth,
- [Oeiras 2026: Italy edge Greece to reach quarterfinals as dramatic group stage concludes](https://europeanaquatics.org/oeiras-2026-italy-edge-greece-to-reach-quarterfinals-as-dramatic-group-stage-concludes/): Italy condemned Greece to the crossovers after two late goals from Margherita Minuto earned them a dramatic 14-13 victory on the third day of the Women's U20 European Water Polo Championships in Oeiras. The conclusion of the preliminary stage also saw Spain continue their imperious form with a comfortable win over Israel, while Hungary produced
- [Paris 2026: Terrific Tomblin wins fourth gold as neutral athletes take first titles](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-terrific-tomblin-wins-fourth-gold-as-neutral-athletes-take-first-titles/): Ranjuo Tomblin continued his golden run in the artistic swimming competition at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, claiming a fourth gold medal, while Neutral Athlete Vasilina Khandoshka captured her first European title in the women's solo free. Later in the day, the Neutral Athletes B finally earned their first gold medal of the championships
- [Oeiras 2026: Hungary and Spain stay perfect as group stage action heats up on day two](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-and-spain-stay-perfect-as-group-stage-action-heats-up-on-day-two-in-oeiras/): A last-gasp equaliser and a shootout win sent hosts Portugal into the crossovers, alongside Neutral Athletes B, who demolished Malta on Day 2 of the Women's U20 European Water Polo Championships in Oeiras. In the top division, Hungary secured top spot in Group B with another 12-goal victory, this time over Croatia, while Spain were
- [Paris 2026: Men’s open water swimming preview](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-mens-open-water-swimming-preview/): In what is anticipated to be one of the closest fields in recent memory, 44 of the continent's best male open water swimmers are preparing to take to the River Seine from 4-8 August to decide the European champions for 2026. Florian Wellbrock arrives on the Seine as the man to beat. Germany's world champion
- [Paris 2026: Tomblin and Thorpe round-off partnership with emotional mixed duet tech gold](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-tomblin-and-thorpe-round-off-partnership-with-emotional-mixed-duet-tech-gold/): Great Britain’s Isabelle Thorpe and Ranjuo Tomblin continued their golden run at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 on Sunday as they brought their successful partnership to a close, claiming their second title of the meet in the mixed duet technical final as the third day of artistic swimming unfolded at the Olympic Aquatics Centre
- [Paris 2026: Women’s open water swimming preview](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-womens-open-water-swimming-preview/): A total of 46 women will take to the River Seine for four days of open water swimming action at the European Aquatics Championships 2026, with four gold medals up for grabs across as many days. In what looks to be one of the most open fields in recent years, there are medal shouts from
- [Paris 2026: Wesemann’s wonder dive wins men’s 1m springboard title and Britain’s Toulson and Bond claim women’s 10m synchro gold on day 2](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-wesemanns-wonder-dive-wins-mens-1m-springboard-title-and-britains-toulson-and-bond-claim-womens-10m-synchro-gold-on-day-2/): Two towering contests between British and German divers on day two of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 produced golds for each nation as Maisie Bond and Lois Toulson won the women’s 10m synchro and Moritz Wesemann’s final wonder dive earned him victory in the men’s 1m springboard. Wesemann, defending the title he won in
- [Paris 2026: Diving Coaches Clinic puts focus on Arm Stand technique](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-diving-coaches-clinic-puts-focus-on-arm-stand-technique/): As part of the European Aquatics Diving Championships Paris 2026 coaches and diving professionals had the opportunity to deepen their understanding of one of the sport's most demanding technical elements. A coaching clinic led by Great Britain’s renowned diving coach Alexei Evangulov addressed the topic of "The Arm Stand Dives – Technique, Methodology and Biomechanics,
- [Paris 2026: Great Britain secure first-ever mixed duet European title and Alexandri sisters reign supreme again](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-great-britain-secure-first-ever-mixed-duet-european-title-and-alexandri-sisters-reign-supreme-again/): The second day of artistic swimming competition at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 saw two new European champions crowned in front of a crowded Olympic Aquatics Centre. Great Britain's Isabelle Thorpe and Ranjuo Tomblin claimed the mixed duet free title, before Greece's Anna-Maria and Eirini Marina Alexandri secured their second gold medal of the
- [Title-holders Spain, Hungary and Greece off to winning starts on day one of Women’s U20 European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/title-holders-spain-hungary-and-greece-off-to-winning-starts-on-day-one-of-womens-u20-european-water-polo-championships/): Spain and Hungary both claimed emphatic wins over their respective arch-rivals, Italy and the Netherlands, on the opening day of the Women’s U20 European Water Polo Championships in Oeiras, Portugal. Spain – finalists in the last four editions (when contested at U19 level) – and Hungary – runners-up in the past two tournaments – kicked
- [Paris 2026: A new angle on European Aquatics](https://europeanaquatics.org/a-new-angle-on-european-aquatics/): European Aquatics coverage from the Olympic Aquatics Centre has taken on a new angle thanks to recently installed underwater cameras. This additional facility will be providing images of startling clarity and novelty from the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026. Enjoy this first selection from the day 1 artistic swimming programme – taken by Sébastien Bozon/AFP
- [Paris 2026: Italy earn first gold of EA Championships as Sereda inspires Ukraine to unlikely bronze](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-italy-earn-first-gold-of-ea-championships-as-sereda-inspires-ukraine-to-unlikely-bronze/): Italy earned the first gold of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 in dramatic fashion at the Olympic Aquatic Centre today as they overtook the Neutral Athletes B quartet to win the mixed team diving event. There was drama too in the contest for bronze as the defending champions Ukraine came from a long way
- [Paris 2026: Alexandri sisters make golden start to artistic swimming programme while Tomblin continues dominance](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-alexandri-sisters-make-golden-start-to-artistic-swimming-programme-while-tomblin-continues-dominance/): Anna-Maria Alexandri and Eirini Marina Alexandri and Ranjuo Tomblin claimed the first artistic swimming golds of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 on the opening day of competition at the Olympic Aquatics Centre, respectively in the duet technical and men's solo technical events. It was a very busy and demanding day for the duets, with
- [Paris 2026: Artistic Swimming Coaches Clinic puts focus on athletes’ experiences of apnea](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-artistic-swimming-coaches-clinic-puts-focus-on-athletes-experience-of-apnea/): European Aquatics staged a dedicated Artistic Swimming Coaches Clinic at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, giving athletes the chance to talk directly to coaches about apnea, the breath-hold work that underpins much of what happens in the pool. The session, "Athlete's Voice Regarding Apnea," ran on 30 July at the H4 Hotel from 20:30
- [Stage is set in Oeiras for 2026 Women’s U20 European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/stage-is-set-in-oeiras-for-2026-womens-u20-european-water-polo-championships/): The very best of Europe’s new generation of female water polo players are gathering in Oeiras, Portugal, where the Women’s U20 European Water Polo Championship gets under way on Saturday. A thrilling week of action lies ahead – and it remains to be seen whether it ends the same way as the previous two editions
- [Paris 2026: Five European Aquatics Championships storylines to watch for in open water swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-five-european-aquatics-championships-storylines-to-watch-for-in-open-water-swimming/): Hungary for success With Hungary's junior open water swimmers fresh off the back of a series of dominant performances at a home European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships last week, their senior counterparts have just as good a chance to do exactly the same in Paris. Kristof Rasovszky took three European titles at last
- [Paris 2026: Men’s diving preview](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-mens-diving-preview/): At last year’s European Aquatics Diving Championships in Antalya Oleksii Sereda earned victory in the 10m platform, mixed team and 10m synchro in partnership with the then 15-year-old Mark Hrytsenko. Sereda, who at 13 became the youngest European diving champion when he won the 10m title at the 2019 home Championships in Kyiv, now has
- [Paris 2026: Women’s diving preview](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-womens-diving-preview/): Italy’s Chiara Pellacani will compete at Paris 2026 seeking – with amply justified confidence – to add to her total of 19 European diving medals. Still only 23, Pellacani was voted European Aquatics’ female diver of 2025 after her blaze of glory at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, where she earned 1m and 3m
- [Paris 2026: Olympic Aquatic Centre set for “another historic moment” with start of European Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-olympic-aquatic-centre-set-for-another-historic-moment-with-start-of-european-aquatics-championships/): Two years after the Olympic Aquatic Centre hosted Paris 2024 competition the vice-president of the French Swimming Federation, Lazreg Benelhadj, is anticipating another “historic moment” when the European Aquatics Championships start at the same venue tomorrow. Speaking at a press conference within the Centre attended by world and Olympic medallists and leading officials including the
- [Paris 2026 New Wave: Ukraine’s Hrytsenko bouncing into medal contention at EA Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-new-wave-ukraines-hrytsenko-bouncing-into-medal-contention-at-ea-championships/): Ukraine’s 16-year-old Mark Hrytsenko already has a European gold after partnering Oleksii Sereda to men’s 10m synchro gold in Antalya last summer. But this former European junior trampoline champion has ambitions rising higher and higher as he approaches his third European Championships, where he will compete in the 10m as well as defending the 10m
- [Paris 2026: Artistic swimming preview](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-artistic-swimming-preview/): The stage is set for a landmark European Aquatics Championships, as Paris prepares to welcome the continent’s best aquatic athletes for the 2026 edition, one that will mark the centenary of the competition. It will be the first time the European Championships have been held in France since Strasbourg hosted the event in 1987, while
- [Evans wins second gold for Scotland as swimming concludes at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games](https://europeanaquatics.org/evans-wins-second-gold-for-scotland-as-swimming-concludes-at-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/): Local heroine Angharad Evans completed her swimming programme at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with a second gold and a final silver at the Tollcross International Pool. Evans, who earned the women’s 100m breaststroke title for the host nation on Sunday, produced another golden flourish in the 200m breaststroke. She led from start to finish
- [Nowacki makes golden history for Jersey and England’s Smith earns second medal on day 5 at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games](https://europeanaquatics.org/nowacki-makes-golden-history-for-jersey-and-englands-smith-earns-second-medal-on-day-5-at-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/): Two teenaged Britons heading for the European Aquatics Championships in Paris next month laid down huge markers on day five of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games as Filip Nowacki earned a first ever swimming gold for Jersey and Amalie Smith added bronze to her previous day’s silver. Nowacki, 18, who won double gold last year
- [Nowacki and Peaty take medals as Williamson completes huge recovery on day 2 at Glasgow 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/nowacki-and-peaty-take-medals-as-williamson-completes-huge-recovery-on-day-2-at-glasgow-2026/): Adam Peaty’s attempt to reclaim the Commonwealth men’s 100m breaststroke title he won in 2014 and 2018 fell short on day two of the Glasgow 2026 Games as Australia’s Sam Williamson came through to take gold ahead of Jersey’s Filip Nowacki. Peaty, 31, who appeared to be in pole position as the race moved into
- [Peaty earns second bronze on day 4 at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games as Goodburn stars](https://europeanaquatics.org/ramsey-peaty-earns-second-bronze-on-day-4-at-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/): Adam Peaty added a second bronze to the one he had collected in the men’s 100m breaststroke as he finished third in the 50m breaststroke on day four of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. But much of the focus on the final was on a Scot who finished eighth, Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with
- [Paris 2026: Five European Aquatics Championships storylines to watch out for in artistic swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-five-european-aquatics-championships-storylines-to-watch-out-for-in-artistic-swimming/): Tio Casas targets more history Iris Tio Casas arrives in Paris as the undisputed headline act of the artistic swimming programme. The 23-year-old was the standout performer at the 2025 World Championships in Singapore, contributing to all three of Spain's gold medals there, and she capped the year by being named both AQUA and European
- [Return to Paris: Olympic open water silver medallist Klemet targets podium at EA Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-olympic-open-water-silver-medallist-klemet-targets-podium-at-ea-championships/): Germany’s Oliver Klemet earned his first senior international medal in 2023 when he finished third in the men’s 10km open water event at the Fukuoka World Championships. A year later, at the age of 22, Klemet took another significant step as he won silver at the Paris 2024 Games behind Kristof Rasovszky of Hungary. Klemet
- [European Aquatics statement following meeting with Athletes’ Committee representative](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-statement-following-meeting-with-athletes-committee-representative/): As part of its ongoing dialogue with the athlete community ahead of the 2026 European Aquatics Championships in Paris, European Aquatics President António Silva and Sports Director Apostolos Tsagkarakis met with Athletes' Committee member and Olympic champion Kristóf Rasovszky during the European Junior Open Water Swimming Championships in Sukoró. The meeting followed recent discussions with
- [Artistic swimming teams from Bulgaria, Turkiye and Portugal set for debut at Paris EA Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/artistic-swimming-teams-from-bulgaria-turkiye-and-portugal-set-for-debut-at-paris-ea-championships/): Bulgaria’s artistic swimming team has fine-tuned for its debut at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 with a training camp from July 19 to 26. “We held a training camp for the Bulgarian National Artistic Swimming Team from July 19 to 26 at the Sportpalas Sports Complex,” a team spokesperson told European Aquatics. “The training
- [Portugal’s male athletes enjoying new team role within EA Artistic Swimming Support Program](https://europeanaquatics.org/portugals-male-athletes-enjoying-new-team-role-within-ea-artistic-swimming-support-program/): The two male athletes in Portugal’s acro team preparing for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 have expressed excitement about their new project. Athletes from Portugal, Turkiye and Bulgaria are continuing to make progress within the European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Support Program launched earlier this year to boost team entries at Paris 2026. EA is
- [Return to Paris: Italy’s teenager Curtis in record form as she heads for EA Championships in French capital](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-italys-teenager-curtis-in-record-form-as-she-heads-for-ea-championships-in-french-capital/): By the time she competed at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she reached the women’s 50m freestyle semi-finals, Italy’s Sara Curtis had won four world junior medals and nine European junior medals. She finished 2024 by earning her first senior international medal – a 4x50m mixed freestyle gold at the World Aquatics Championships (25m) in
- [Evans earns host nation’s second swimming gold on day three at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games](https://europeanaquatics.org/evans-earns-host-nations-second-swimming-gold-on-day-three-at-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/): Angharad Evans earned the home nation’s second swimming gold on day three at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games as she won the 100m breaststroke. Two days after Duncan Scott had secured his opening night victory in the 200m individual medley Evans clocked 1:06.07 to ensure another airing for Flower of Scotland at the Tollcross International
- [European Aquatics and Sony Europe announce new partnership to elevate aquatic sports coverage](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-and-sony-europe-announce-new-partnership-to-elevate-aquatic-sports-coverage/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce a new one-year partnership with Sony Europe, bringing together one of the world's leading imaging technology companies with the governing body for aquatic sports in Europe. Running from July 2026 to July 2027, the partnership reflects a shared commitment to precision, innovation and excellence, supporting the continued growth and
- [Hungary 2026: Hosts take team trophy again as history-making Junior Open Water Swimming Championships conclude in style](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-hosts-take-team-trophy-again-as-history-making-junior-open-water-swimming-championships-conclude-in-style/): The European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships Hungary 2026 came to a close at Lake Velence on Sunday with the mixed team relays, and it was fitting that the host nation should end the week on top of the podium, as they had done four times already in the week. Hungary were crowned best
- [Return to Paris: Switzerland’s Ponti flying high again after Olympic let-down](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-switzerlands-ponti-flying-high-again-after-olympic-let-down/): Switzerland’s Noe Ponti ended 2025 on a high as he won three golds and a silver at the EA Short Course Championships in Lublin – just as he had done at the previous edition in Otopeni two years earlier. Earlier in the year he won 50m and 100m butterfly world silvers in Singapore, finishing behind
- [Hungary 2026: Home trio sweep the podium as knockout drama grips day three in Sukoro](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-home-trio-sweep-the-podium-as-knockout-drama-grips-day-three-in-sukoro/): Day three of the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships Hungary 2026 brought the 3km Knockout events to Lake Velence on Saturday, with four fiercely contested finals across two age groups producing some of the tightest racing of the week so far, headlined by a Hungarian clean sweep of the podium in the Boys'
- [Switzerland to host European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships 2027](https://europeanaquatics.org/switzerland-to-host-european-aquatics-junior-open-water-swimming-championships-2027/): With the successful continuation of the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships 2026 in Hungary, European Aquatics is delighted to confirm that Switzerland will host the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships 2027 from 16-19 June. The announcement was made in-venue during the penultimate day of competition in Hungary, marking an important milestone
- [From research to real-world impact: the science driving the future of aquatic education](https://europeanaquatics.org/from-research-to-real-world-impact-the-science-driving-the-future-of-aquatic-education/): The future of aquatic education depends not only on experience and innovation, but also on scientific evidence. That is why research will play a central role at the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026, where academics, researchers and practitioners will come together to present the latest developments in Learn to Swim, aquatic literacy and drowning prevention.
- [Hungary 2026: Guseva and Sarkany take 5km titles on electric day two](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-guseva-and-sarkany-take-5km-titles-on-electric-day-two/): Day two of the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships Hungary 2026 brought a new wave of athletes, with the J1 5km finals taking centre stage at Lake Velence on Friday morning. It proved another memorable day for the hosts, with Zeteny Sarkany leading home a Hungarian one-three in the boys' race, while Russia
- [Local hero Scott give Scots golden start at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games](https://europeanaquatics.org/local-hero-scott-give-scots-golden-start-at-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/): Duncan Scott got the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games off to an ideal start for the host nation as he won the men’s 200m medley title on day one of the swimming at a packed Tollcross International Pool. The Glasgow-born athlete clocked a Games record of 1:56.38 to take gold, with silver going to New Zealand’s
- [Calm waters and lifelong memories as European Aquatics Masters Open Water Swimming Tour continues in Sukoro](https://europeanaquatics.org/calm-waters-and-lifelong-memories-as-european-aquatics-masters-open-water-swimming-tour-continues-in-sukoro/): Masters open water swimming brought its signature warmth of spirit to Hungary's Lake Velence on Friday, as the second leg of the European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Masters Tour 2026 took place in Sukoro on the opening day of the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships weekend. Following the disrupted opener in Protaras, where
- [Hungary 2026: Hungary launch home bid with stunning boys’ double as on day one of Junior Open Water Champs](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-hungary-launch-home-bid-with-stunning-boys-double-as-on-day-one-of-junior-open-water-champs/): The European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships Hungary 2026 got underway in style on Thursday, as Lake Velence hosted four fiercely contested races packed with dramatic moments and photo-finish drama. Across the 10km and 7.5km events for J3 and J2 athletes respectively, the host nation set the early tone, with Hungary claiming gold in
- [Special Olympics athletes get stuck in during EA Junior Open Water Swimming Championships weekend](https://europeanaquatics.org/special-olympics-athletes-get-stuck-in-during-ea-junior-open-water-swimming-championships-weekend/): Special Olympics athletes brought a fresh dimension to the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships weekend at Lake Velence, with a competitive open water programme staged in Sukoro alongside the junior action on the opening day of competition in the Hungarian town of Sukoro. Robert Karoly Rauch led home a fifteen-strong men's field, consisting
- [Return to Paris: Italy’s Olympic champion Martinenghi back from injury to seek further rewards in French capital](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-italys-olympic-champion-martinenghi-back-from-injury-to-seek-further-rewards-in-french-capital/): Italy’s Nicolo Martinenghi, winner of the men’s 100m breaststroke at the Paris 2024 Games, will seek further success in the French capital after regaining fitness in time to be named in the national team. The 26-year-old from Varese, who won world silver in Singapore last summer, injured his shoulder at the start of this year
- [Hungary 2026: Hungary set to welcome Europe’s best juniors to the shores of Lake Velence](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-hungary-set-to-welcome-europes-best-juniors-to-the-shores-of-lake-velence/): Hungary is preparing to host the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships 2026, with the shores of Lake Velence in Sukoro set to stage four days of top-level junior competition from tomorrow (July 23) to Sunday (June 26). The town of Sukoro lies around 50km from Budapest on the shores of Hungary's second-largest lake,
- [Home nation swimmers converge for Glasgow Commonwealth Games before Paris 2026 challenge](https://europeanaquatics.org/home-nation-swimmers-converge-for-glasgow-commonwealth-games-before-paris-2026-challenge/): Tom Dean, who became the first Home Nations athlete to win seven medals at a single Commonwealth Games at the Birmingham 2022 edition, will seek to add to his total part of England’s team at the Glasgow 2026 Games, where swimming starts tomorrow. He is one of a 42-strong England team named for the competition
- [Moving towards sustainability: ASR environmental initiatives at the EA Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/moving-towards-sustainability-asr-environmental-initiatives-at-the-ea-championships-paris-2026/): A wide range of environmental measures will be adopted at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 which start July 31 and run until August 16. European Aquatics and the French Swimming Federation are committed to setting a benchmark for aquatics events by delivering a set of sustainable practices drawn from the Sustainability and Legacy Program
- [Paris 2026 New Wave: Ireland’s Shortt on the rise after breakthrough season](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-new-wave-irelands-shortt-on-the-rise-after-breakthrough-season/): As he stood in the mixed zone at last year’s European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Samorin, sportingly saying all the right things after the unsuccessful defence of his 200m backstroke title, you would not have thought John Shortt was distraught. He was. With his parents Frank and Kara looking on from the stands, Ireland’s
- [Twelve teams set to contest men’s Division I European U20 Water Polo Championships in Portugal](https://europeanaquatics.org/twelve-teams-set-to-contest-mens-division-i-european-u20-water-polo-championships-in-portugal/): European Aquatics can confirm Belarus will participate in this summer's Men's U20 European Water Polo Championships in Oeiras, Portugal, from 10-16 August 2026. Belarus will play alongside the teams drawn in Group A, so six nations will now play in each group at the tournament. The new composition of the two groups of six is
- [New dates for 2026 European U20 Water Polo Championships announced](https://europeanaquatics.org/new-dates-for-2026-european-u20-water-polo-championships-announced/): European Aquatics has announced an updated schedule for the men's and women's 2026 European U20 Water Polo Championships, following adjustments made to the World Aquatics calendar. The new dates for the tournaments – which will both be held in Coimbra, Portugal – are as follows: • Women’s Championships: 3–9 August 2026• Men’s Championships: 10–16 August
- [Draw details for men’s and women’s 2026 European U20 Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/draw-details-for-mens-and-womens-2026-european-u20-water-polo-championships/): This August will bring plenty of water polo action again, especially in the continental age-group competitions, and the highlights of those are definitely the European U20 Water Polo Championships. The men’s event will see Elite and Division I tournaments, to be staged in Varna (BUL) and Oeiras (POR) respectively, while the women’s meet will feature
- [Men’s and Women’s European U20 Water Polo Championships draw results](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-and-womens-european-u20-water-polo-championships-draw-results/): The draws for the U20 European Water Polo Championships, men and women, were conducted on Monday. The highlights of the European water polo summer will offer a great view of the continent’s next generation of outstanding players. Men’s U20 European Championship, Division Elite, Varna (BUL), 10-16 August Group A: Croatia, Hungary, Italy, Greece Group B:
- [Return to Paris: McSharry seeking European pinnacle in city where she hit the heights](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-mcsharry-seeking-european-pinnacle-in-city-where-she-hit-the-heights/): Mona McSharry became only the second Irish swimmer to win an Olympic medal when she earned women’s 100m breaststroke bronze at the Paris 2024 Games. “I started crying on the podium and I haven’t really fully stopped crying yet,” she said at the time. “It’s just unbelievable. I think it’s just the pinnacle of sport
- [European Aquatics launches Intermediate Certification Course for Water Polo Jury Table Officials for 2026/27 season](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-intermediate-certification-course-for-water-polo-jury-table-officials-for-2026-27-season/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce the continuation of its education and certification programme for Water Polo Jury Table Officials ahead of the 2026/27 club season.The comprehensive course reinforces European Aquatics’ commitment to ensuring the consistent and correct application of the sport’s rules across all water polo competitions. Part of the European Aquatics Strategic Plan
- [From local programmes to European standards: how Learn to Swim success stories are shaping the future](https://europeanaquatics.org/from-local-programmes-to-european-standards-how-learn-to-swim-success-stories-are-shaping-the-future/): No two countries teach children to swim in exactly the same way. Different facilities, climates, school systems and sporting cultures mean that Learn to Swim programmes naturally evolve to meet local needs. Yet across Europe, many National Federations are finding innovative ways to achieve the same objective: helping more children become confident and safe in
- [European Aquatics launches inaugural para aquatics workshop at Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-inaugural-para-aquatics-workshop-at-paris-2026/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce the launch of its first-ever para aquatics workshop, a landmark initiative designed to bring the European aquatic community together in support of a stronger, more inclusive future for para swimming. The workshop marks the culmination of extensive groundwork undertaken since November 2025, when European Aquatics distributed a comprehensive questionnaire
- [Paris 2026: Six European Aquatics Championships storylines to watch for in diving and high diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-six-european-aquatics-championships-storylines-to-watch-for-in-diving-and-high-diving/): Pellacani pushing for more gold Chiara Pellacani became the first person to win five diving medals at a single European Aquatics Championships, doing so on in her home city of Rome in 2022. That total of European medals has since grown to 19, including eight golds. And as she heads towards Paris 2026 in search
- [Return to Paris: Ukraine’s Oleksii Sereda battling adversity as he seeks more European gold](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-ukraines-oleksii-sereda-battling-adversity-as-he-seeks-more-european-gold/): Ukraine’s Oleksii Sereda was 13 when he became the youngest European champion in diving at the home 2019 Championships in Kyiv. Now 20, Sereda has gone on to win seven more European titles - as well as amassing three silvers and two bronzes at the World Championships. He is looking for further success in the
- [Elite Coach Conference: Mandatory for coaches, but also open to athletes, managers and administrators](https://europeanaquatics.org/not-just-for-coaches-why-you-should-attend-the-elite-coach-conference/): The European Aquatics Elite Coach Conference – Swimming 2026 is more than a coaching conference. Taking place on September 18-19 in Maia, Portugal, the event is designed to bring together members of the entire aquatic community to explore the latest developments in coaching, athlete development, sport science and high-performance swimming. The programme is primarily tailored
- [Strong ticket sales and mascot revealed at D-15 press conference for Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/strong-ticket-sales-and-mascot-revealed-at-d-15-press-conference-for-paris-2026/): As excitement builds for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, home aquatic athletes including three-times world champion Maxime Grousset spoke about their hopes at an Eiffel Tower press conference marking 15 days before competition starts. And the French swimming federation (FFN) took the opportunity to highlight strong ticket sales and to unveil its Championships mascot,
- [Heslop ends injury lay-off in style as Europeans impress at second stop of High Diving World Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/heslop-ends-injury-lay-off-in-style-as-europeans-impress-at-second-stop-of-high-diving-world-cup/): Great Britain's Aidan Heslop marked his return to winning ways at the second stop of the World Aquatics High Diving World Cup, topping the men's 27m podium at Porto Flavia in Sardinia, Italy, for his first major title since a serious back injury sidelined him for the best part of a year. Heslop led the
- [2026 European Aquatics artistic swimming clinic: bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-european-aquatics-artistic-swimming-clinic-bulletin-now-available/): European Aquatics has published the official bulletin for the 2026 artistic swimming clinic, confirming that the event will take place at the X-Bionic Sphere in Samorin, Slovakia, from 6–8 November 2026. The clinic forms a central component of the organisation's education pathway and reflects the priorities set out in the European Aquatics Strategic Plan 2024–2030,
- [Return to Paris: Spain’s artistic swimmer Iris Tio set for more success at the EA Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-spains-artistic-swimmer-iris-tio-set-for-more-success-at-the-ea-championships/): Iris Tio Casas, who helped Spain earn Paris 2024 team bronze at the Olympic Aquatics Centre, will return there seeking further success when artistic swimming starts at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 on July 31. The 23-year-old from Barcelona enjoyed a remarkable 2025, at the end of which she was named European Aquatics women’s
- [Munich 2026: Double gold for Spain as neutral athletes take overall trophy at EA Junior Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-double-gold-for-spain-as-neutral-athletes-take-overall-trophy-at-ea-junior-swimming-championships/): After golden nights for Italy and then France at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 it was Spain’s turn to shine in the final session as Irene Ciercoles and Luca Hoek earned their first titles. Elsewhere in a frantic closing burst of action at the Munich 1972 Olympic pool the neutral athletes confirmed their status
- [Sukoro named as host for EA Junior Open Water Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/sukoro-named-as-new-host-for-ea-junior-open-water-championships/): European Aquatics has released new information about three events that will be taking place this summer. The EA Junior Open Water Championships due to be hosted by Hungary from July 23 to 26 will be held in Sukoro. The EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships in Munich, originally set for June 29 to July 3, have
- [European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships Sukoro 2026 – bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-junior-open-water-swimming-championships-sukoro-2026-bulletin-now-available/): The official Information Bulletin for the 2026 European Junior Open Water Swimming Championships is now available, providing comprehensive details for the event set to take place in Sukoro, Hungary, from 23 to 26 July 2026. Europe’s most promising junior open water swimmers will gather on the shores of Lake Velence for four days of high-level
- [Return to Paris: Belgium’s Vanotterdijk preparing for a golden defence at the EA Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-belgiums-vanotterdijk-preparing-for-a-golden-defence-at-the-ea-championships/): Belgium’s Roos Vanotterdijk, 21, will return to Paris two years after competing at the Olympics when she competes in the European Aquatics Championships. Recently recovered from a shoulder injury, she is set to be busy in the French capital, where she is entered in the 50m and 100m free, butterfly and backstroke as well as
- [Munich 2026: Jackl regains gold standard and Mao takes first individual title with fast finish on day five](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-jackl-regains-gold-standard-and-mao-takes-first-individual-title-with-fast-finish-on-day-five/): Hungary’s Vivien Jackl, whose last gold in the European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships was earned in 2024, regained the top of the podium on day five in Munich, winning the women’s 200m butterfly and adding silver in the 800m freestyle. Elsewhere Italy’s Alessandro Mao produced an astonishing finish in the women’s 100m freestyle to earn
- [Munich 2026: France celebrates two audacious golds on day 4 of the EA Junior Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-france-celebrates-two-audacious-golds-on-day-4-of-the-ea-junior-swimming-championships/): A day after two late golds prompted Italian celebrations at the EA Junior Swimming Championships Munich 2026 it was the turn of France to belt out the national anthem a couple of times in similar circumstances. Jeanne Lechevalier and Nathan Muratory produced audacious golds in the respective women’s and men’s 200m backstroke finals, the former
- [Nineteen new referees qualify for European Aquatics water polo roster](https://europeanaquatics.org/nineteen-new-referees-qualify-for-european-aquatics-water-polo-roster/): European Aquatics’ 2026 Water Polo Referees School recently welcomed 19 new Basic Certified Referees from nine different countries to the European Aquatics water polo family, following the successful completion of the second phase of the prestigious programme in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 25-28 June 2026. Organised by the European Aquatics Academy as part of the Water
- [Return to Paris: Germany’s Gose ready to go the distance for golden opportunities](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-germanys-gose-ready-to-go-the-distance-for-golden-opportunities/): Two years after earning women’s 1500m bronze at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Germany’s Isabel Gose is returning to the French capital in search of gold. Gose, 24, won the European 400m freestyle title in Rome four years ago, since when she has moved up the distance with similar success. In December 2024 she won 1500m
- [Munich 2026: Italian joy on day three of European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-italian-joy-on-day-three-of-european-aquatics-junior-swimming-championships/): Day three at the European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships concluded amidst Italian joy after a surprise victory in the women’s 100m butterfly by Caterina Santambrogio was followed by a successful defence of the women’s 4x200m freestyle title. There was cause for British celebration also at the 1972 Munich Olympic pool as Theodora Taylor, contesting her
- [Munich 2026: Golden Roth earns first medal for hosts at EA Junior Swimming Championships as neutral athletes set another world junior record](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-golden-roth-earns-first-medal-for-hosts-at-ea-junior-swimming-championships-as-neutral-athletes-set-another-world-junior-record/): Linda Roth earned the host nation its first medal at the European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships Munich 2026, winning the women’s 200m freestyle at the start of a day two evening session which closed with neutral athletes setting a world junior record in the mixed 4x100m freestyle. Elsewhere in another raucous session at the Munich
- [Turkiye’s new team enjoys Paris 2026 boost through taking part in EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships in Munich](https://europeanaquatics.org/turkiyes-new-team-enjoys-paris-2026-boost-through-taking-part-in-ea-junior-artistic-swimming-championships-in-munich/): Participation in the European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships that concluded in Munich’s 1972 Olympic pool on Saturday has provided the newly formed Turkish team with an ideal boost as they work towards the EA Championships in Paris. Along with Portugal and Bulgaria, Turkiye are working within the European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Support Program launched to
- [Munich 2026: Two British golds and two neutral athlete world records on day one at European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-two-british-golds-and-two-neutral-athlete-world-records-on-day-one-at-european-aquatics-junior-swimming-championships/): A tumultuous opening day at the European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships produced two titles for Great Britain and two world junior records for the neutral athletes (NA) in the men’s 4x100m freestyle. Sixteen-year-old Amalie Smith won the first gold of an event being held in the uniquely beautiful swoops and curves of the futuristic Munich
- [World Aquatics, European Aquatics and Maltese Authorities Conclude Joint Integrity Investigation into Betting-Related Rule Breaches](https://europeanaquatics.org/world-aquatics-european-aquatics-and-maltese-authorities-conclude-joint-integrity-investigation-into-betting-related-rule-breaches/): European Aquatics is glad to announce that the Aquatics Integrity Unit (AQIU) has concluded an integrity investigation concerning betting-related breaches of the World Aquatics Integrity Code involving eleven (11) Maltese water polo players and one (1) athlete support personnel. The investigation was conducted through close cooperation between the AQIU, the Aquatic Sports Association of Malta
- [Beyond the Medal: Sharon van Rouwendaal brings the athlete perspective to Swim Safe Europe](https://europeanaquatics.org/beyond-the-medal-sharon-van-rouwendaal-brings-the-athlete-perspective-to-swim-safe-europe/): Few athletes understand the relationship between performance, resilience and water better than Sharon van Rouwendaal. The Dutch open water legend will bring that perspective to the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026 during a special ambassador session entitled Beyond the Medal: The Reality of Swimming & Coaching. While Van Rouwendaal's achievements in the water are well
- [Aqua Safe Kids: how European collaboration is strengthening water safety in the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/aqua-safe-kids-how-european-collaboration-is-strengthening-water-safety-in-the-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026/): No single country has all the answers when it comes to preventing drowning and improving aquatic education. That is why collaboration remains one of the most valuable tools in advancing water safety across Europe. This spirit of cooperation will be at the heart of the Aqua Safe Kids round-table discussion during the Swim Safe Europe
- [Building confidence from the very first splash: why early aquatic experiences matter in Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/building-confidence-from-the-very-first-splash-why-early-aquatic-experiences-matter-in-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026/): Every swimmer's journey begins with a first experience in the water. Whether it is a baby's first splash in a pool or a young child's first structured lesson, those early moments can shape a lifelong relationship with aquatic activity. Recognising the importance of these first experiences, the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026 will spotlight "The
- [Meet the experts shaping the future of aquatic education at Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/meet-the-experts-shaping-the-future-of-aquatic-education-at-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026/): When the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026 opens its doors in Paris next month it will bring together one of the most diverse groups of experts ever assembled by European Aquatics to discuss water safety, aquatic education and drowning prevention. Held alongside the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, the conference -from August 7 to 8
- [Munich 2026: Juska and Smith gearing up for European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships that could boost Germany’s Olympic ambitions](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-juska-and-smith-gearing-up-for-european-aquatics-junior-swimming-championships-that-could-boost-germanys-olympic-ambitions/): The European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships that get underway here tomorrow at Munich’s Olympic pool are a key part of the host nation’s plans to bid for a future Games according to Jan Pommer, chief executive officer of the German Swimming Federation. Speaking at a press conference on the eve of competition, Pommer reflected on
- [Marchand getting medical treatment for adductor problem after withdrawing from 200m breaststroke finals at French Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/marchand-getting-medical-treatment-for-adductor-problem-after-withdrawing-from-200m-breaststroke-finals-at-french-championships/): French swimming icon Leon Marchand is receiving medical treatment after pain in his adductor caused him to withdraw from tonight’s 200m breaststroke B final at the national championships in Saint Etienne. The quadruple Paris 2024 champion slowed significantly in the final 50 metres of his morning heat, finishing third and ninth overall to miss out
- [Marchand handed extra events as France, Italy, Greece and Netherlands name swimming teams for European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/marchand-handed-extra-events-as-france-italy-greece-and-netherlands-name-swimming-teams-for-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026/): Leon Marchand may have left the French Elite Championships with just one qualified event to his name, but the world record holder is on course to arrive at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 with a considerably busier schedule. Marchand won the 400m individual medley on day one of the French Championships in Saint-Etienne in
- [Munich 2026: Rich talent gathering for European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships at the 1972 Olympic pool](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-rich-talent-gathering-for-european-aquatics-junior-swimming-championships-at-the-1972-olympic-pool/): The Olympic pool created for the Munich 1972 Games will teem with talent this week as Germany hosts its first European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships for 40 years. A total of 599 athletes are set to compete at the 52nd staging of this event, which will start on Tuesday July 7 and conclude on Sunday
- [Athens, Greece set to host European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships 2027](https://europeanaquatics.org/greece-to-host-european-aquatics-junior-artistic-swimming-championships-2027/): With the successful conclusion of the European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships in Munich, European Aquatics is delighted to confirm that Greece will host the 2027 edition, with the competition set to take place from 26–30 May 2027 in Athens. The championships will bring together Europe's most promising junior artistic swimmers for five days of
- [Munich 2026: Neutral athletes win Championship Trophy at European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-neutral-athletes-win-championship-trophy-at-european-aquatics-junior-artistic-swimming-championships/): The final day of the European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships Munich 2026 saw the Individual Neutral Athletes (AIN) secure the Championship Trophy after claiming the last three gold medals on offer. Spain also enjoyed another successful day, reaching the podium in each of the three finals and earning two silvers and a bronze. Belarus,
- [Munich 2026: AIN, Spain and Italy maintain medal momentum on penultimate day of EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-ain-spain-and-italy-maintain-medal-momentum-on-penultimate-day-of-ea-junior-artistic-swimming-championships/): Neutral athletes competing at the European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships extended their remarkable run on the penultimate day by collecting all three available gold medals. Spain added three silvers and Italy secured two more bronze medals. However, a fourth nation broke through as Belarus claimed its first podium finish of the Championships with a
- [Munich 2026: Day three at EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships is good news for AIN, Spain and Italy](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-day-three-at-ea-junior-artistic-swimming-championships-is-good-news-for-ain-spain-and-italy/): Individual Neutral Athletes (AIN), Spain and Italy continued their impressive runs at the European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships, each adding three medals on day three. The AIN led the way at Munich's iconic Olympia Schwimmhalle with three gold medals, while Spain earned two silvers and a bronze and Italy added one silver and two
- [Return to Paris: Pellacani planning golden moments in the French capital](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-pellacani-planning-golden-moments-in-the-french-capital/): Italy’s Chiara Pellacani, named best women’s diver in the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards, is heading towards Paris 2026 boosted by historic recent achievement in individual and mixed competition. At last year’s World Aquatics Championships in Singapore the 23-year-old from Rome combined with Matteo Santoro in the 3m synchro to earn Italy’s
- [Munich 2026: Defending overall champions Spain make early gains at EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-defending-overall-champions-spain-make-early-gains-at-ea-junior-artistic-swimming-championships/): Spain, winners of the team trophy at the last four editions of the European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships, claimed gold and silver on the first day of medal competition in Munich’s Olympia Schwimmhalle. An energetic and polished performance from Arlet Arnan Santacruz and Eneko Sanchez Aguilar, who scored 247.0509 points, was enough to claim
- [Sabina Vitaloni: “my love for swimming took me to the pool; friendship keeps me there”](https://europeanaquatics.org/sabina-vitaloni-my-love-for-swimming-took-me-to-the-pool-friendship-keeps-me-there/): Sabina Vitaloni competes for the Italian masters team Natatio Master Team, and she returned to the water in 2006 after nearly two decades away. Her standout achievement to date came at the 2025 World Championships in Singapore, where she set world records in the 50m and 100m breaststroke in the 55-59 category. For Vitaloni, the
- [Munich 2026: Shtatnova shines as EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships get underway](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-shtatnova-shines-as-ea-junior-artistic-swimming-championships-get-underway/): The European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships Munich 2026 got underway at the Olympia Schwimmhalle in Munich with two events on the programme. The women's solo free preliminary took place in the morning before the duet free preliminary in the afternoon, with the top 12 from each event advancing to their respective finals. A total
- [Success stories from across Europe to take centre stage at Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/success-stories-from-across-europe-to-take-centre-stage-at-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026/): One of the highlights of the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026 will be the opportunity to learn directly from national federations and organisations that are delivering successful aquatic education and water safety programmes across Europe. Taking place on 7–8 August in Paris, the conference will feature presentations and case studies from a diverse group of
- [Why Paris? Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026 connects aquatic safety and sporting excellence](https://europeanaquatics.org/why-paris-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026-connects-aquatic-safety-and-sporting-excellence/): The Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026 will take place in Paris on August 7-8 alongside the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, creating a unique opportunity to connect discussions on aquatic safety with one of the continent’s premier sporting events. By hosting the conference during the Championships, European Aquatics aims to highlight the strong link between
- [European Aquatics Level 1 Swimming Coaches’ Course concludes successful second edition in Malta](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-level-1-swimming-coaches-course-concludes-successful-second-edition-in-malta/): The second edition of the European Aquatics Level 1 Swimming Coaches' Course concluded successfully this weekend in Malta, bringing together coaches for three days of practical learning as part of the organisation's growing coach education programme. Commissioned by SportMalta, the course combined online learning between April and June with an in-person programme held from 26
- [Marchand withdraws from rest of French Championships to continue treatment on leg muscle injury](https://europeanaquatics.org/marchand-withdraws-from-rest-of-french-championships-to-continue-treatment-on-leg-muscle-injury/): Quadruple Paris 2024 champion Leon Marchand has pulled out of the final three days of the French Championships to have further treatment on the adductor muscle injury to his right leg which emerged as a problem during yesterday’s 200m breaststroke heats. The US-based 24-year-old, who has been training at the National Institute of Sport, Exercise
- [Hungary 2026: Deml completes golden double as Kosimov stuns in platform finale while Russia claim Team Trophy](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-deml-completes-golden-double-as-kosimov-stuns-in-platform-finale-while-russia-claim-team-trophy/): The European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships Hungary 2026 came to a magnificent close at the Duna Arena on Sunday, with Germany's Emily Deml cementing her status as the standout individual performer of the week, Russia's Kirill Kosimov producing one of the most dramatic platform performances of the entire championship, and Russia crowned as the overall
- [Information Bulletin published for European Aquatics Elite Coach Conference – Swimming 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/information-bulletin-published-for-european-aquatics-elite-coach-conference-swimming-2026/): European Aquatics has published the official Information Bulletin for the Elite Coach Conference – Swimming 2026, with registrations now open for the event, which will take place on 18–19 September in Maia, Portugal. Organised as part of the European Aquatics education programme, the conference will bring together coaches, athletes, officials, managers and other members of
- [European Aquatics 2025/2026 club water polo review – by the numbers](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-2025-2026-club-water-polo-review-by-the-numbers/): When Barceloneta captain Alberto Munarriz triumphantly lifted the Champions League trophy in Malta on Saturday 13th June, it marked the end of another spectacular European Aquatics water polo club season.With the warm night sky above Valletta filled with fireworks, the Spanish giants celebrated with their fans as they returned to the top of the podium
- [Munich 2026: Spain and Italy set to shine at European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/spain-and-italy-set-to-shine-at-european-aquatics-junior-artistic-swimming-championships-in-munich/): The future stars of European artistic swimming will begin to shine tomorrow at the European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships Munich 2026, which will conclude on July 4. Returning to Germany for the first time since 2006, the Championships will take place at the iconic Olympia Schwimmhalle, part of Munich's Olympic Park and one of
- [Munich 2026: EA treasurer Andida Bouma praises “iconic” 1972 Games venue ahead of Junior AS Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-2026-ea-treasurer-andida-bouma-praises-iconic-1972-games-venue-ahead-of-junior-as-championships/): European Aquatics treasurer Andida Bouma has highlighted the significance of the renowned Olympia Schwimmhalle, built for the 1972 Games, as venue for the European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming Championships Munich 2026 Speaking at a press conference on the eve of competition, Bouma commented: "I am really proud and happy to be here. It is clearly
- [Sjostrom gets Paris 2026 boost in Rome behind 50m freestyle world record-breaker Walsh](https://europeanaquatics.org/sjostrom-gets-paris-2026-boost-in-rome-behind-50m-freestyle-world-record-breaker-walsh/): Sweden’s Sarah Sjostrom, on the comeback trail after giving birth to a son last August, clocked 23.86 for the women’s 50m freestyle at the Sette Colli International in Rome as she finished second to Gretchen Walsh, who swam 23.55 to take 0.40 off the world record set by fellow American Kate Douglass nine days earlier.
- [Hungary 2026: Germany strikes gold again as Bollmann edges Kiselev in thriller, while Kuvshinova rules the platform](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-germany-strikes-gold-again-as-bollmann-edges-kiselev-in-thriller-while-kuvshinova-rules-the-platform/): Germany continued its outstanding performance in Budapest with another gold medal on the penultimate day of the European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships Hungary 2026 as Hannes-Hermann-Rudi Bollmann produced a composed display to win the boys B 3m springboard title by the narrowest of margins. The German diver led throughout a captivating final and ultimately finished
- [Steenbergen beats Sjostrom’s women’s 100m freestyle world record with 51.68 clocking in Rome – as Marchand swims season’s world best in St Etienne](https://europeanaquatics.org/steenbergen-beats-sjostroms-womens-100m-freestyle-world-record-with-51-68-clocking-in-rome/): Marrit Steenbergen set a women’s 100m freestyle world record of 51.68 tonight at the Sette Colli International in Rome. The 26-year-old Dutch athlete was out in 24.98 and home in 26.70 to better the record of 51.71 set by Sweden’s Olympic champion Sarah Sjostrom at the 2017 World Championships. Meanwhile France's quadruple Paris 2024 champion
- [Italy’s 19-year-old Curtis sets European women’s 50m backstroke record at Sette Colli in Rome](https://europeanaquatics.org/italys-19-year-old-curtis-sets-womens-50m-backstroke-record-at-sette-colli-in-rome/): Home swimmer Sara Curtis set a European women’s 50m backstroke record of 27.07 at the 67th Sette Colli International in Rome. The 19-year-old Italian, who rounded off 2025 by claiming seven medals at the EA Short Course Championships in Lublin, took 0.16 off the national record of 27.23 she had set in the day one
- [Return to Paris: Paltrinieri restored and ready for Olympic marker in city of the “electric vibe”](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-paltrinieri-restored-and-ready-for-olympic-marker-in-city-of-the-electric-vibe/): It is 14 years since Italy’s Gregorio Paltrinieri earned his first European long-course gold, taking the 1500m freestyle title at the 2012 Debrecen Championships as a 17-year-old. Since then this athletic phenomenon from Carpi has won a wealth of continental, world and Olympic medals in the pool and in open water swimming. His collection already
- [Hungary 2026: Germany claim springboard one-two on day five as Deml defends girls’ crown](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-germany-claim-springboard-one-two-on-day-five-as-deml-defends-girls-crown/): Germany enjoyed a golden day at the European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships Hungary 2026 as Emily Deml successfully defended her girls A 1m springboard title before Finn Awe led a German one-two in the boys A 3m competition. Following four days of already intense action at Budapest's Duna Arena on the Danube, Deml delivered a
- [France welcomes Marchand back into action at national championships in St Etienne as Popovici plans more Rome heroics](https://europeanaquatics.org/france-welcomes-marchand-back-into-action-at-national-championships-in-st-etienne-as-popovici-plans-more-rome-heroics/): France’s Leon Marchand will compete in his home country for the first time since winning four golds at the Paris 2024 Olympics when he takes part in the French Championships that start in Saint Etienne tomorrow. The 24-year-old from Toulouse is entered for six events in the meeting that will run until Thursday, July 2
- [European Aquatics launches new Level 1 coaches’ courses across four aquatic disciplines](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-new-level-1-coaches-courses-across-four-aquatic-disciplines/): European Aquatics has announced the launch of its new Level 1 coaches’ courses, providing aspiring coaches with a structured educational pathway in artistic swimming, diving, swimming and water polo. Designed to equip coaches with the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform effectively as assistant coaches, the programme represents an important step in European Aquatics’
- [Hungary 2026: Polonets and Kiselev continue golden showing and Russia delivers synchro delight on day four](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-polonets-and-kiselev-continue-golden-showing-and-russia-delivers-synchro-delight-on-day-four/): Day four of the European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships Hungary 2026 at the Duna Arena produced three finals of the highest quality, with Ukraine's Alina Polonets claiming a second gold medal of the competition, Russia's Miroslav Kiselev delivering a stunning platform performance, and a pairing that carries one of diving's most famous surnames showing they
- [European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026: second bulletin with competition updates now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026-second-bulletin-with-competition-updates-now-available/): European Aquatics has published the second official information bulletin for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, providing national federations and delegations with key operational details as preparations gather pace for the continental showcase in Paris this summer. The newly released bulletin contains updated information on the competition programmes for swimming, diving, artistic swimming, open water
- [Hungary 2026: Awe earns Germany’s first title, Kedrina adds to Russia’s gold on day three](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-awe-earns-germanys-first-title-kedrina-adds-to-russias-gold-on-day-three/): Germany secured its first gold medal of the European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships in Hungary as 16-year-old Finn Awe produced a grandstand finish to win the Boys A 1m springboard title. The day three action in Budapest’s iconic Duna Arena concluded with Russia earning a fourth gold of the Championships thanks to Aleksandra Kedrina, defending
- [Athletes from Portugal, Turkiye and Bulgaria moving closer to Paris 2026 through EA Artistic Swimming Support Program](https://europeanaquatics.org/athletes-from-portugal-turkiye-and-bulgaria-moving-closer-to-paris-2026-through-ea-artistic-swimming-support-program/): Athletes from Portugal (above), Turkiye and Bulgaria are making swift progress within the European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Support Program launched to boost entries at Paris 2026. EA is providing each country with 10,000 euros to prepare teams who will be in action at the Olympic Aquatic Centre Greater Paris Metropolisthis summer and all three have
- [Hungary 2026: Kononenko and Polonets shine as Russia dominate synchro on day two](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-kononenko-and-polonets-shine-as-russia-dominate-synchro-on-day-two/): Tuesday brought a full and gripping programme to the Duna Arena on the second day of the European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships Hungary 2026, with four events producing a pair of golds for both Ukraine and Russia, in what was a series of close finishes. The afternoon opened with the boys b 1m springboard final,
- [Hungary 2026: EA Junior Diving Championships in Budapest start with mixed team win by Russia](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-junior-diving-championships-in-budapest-start-with-mixed-team-win-by-russia/): The European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships Hungary 2026 got underway today in Budapest’s Duna Arena with the mixed team event, which was won by Russia. Italy - sixth after round one and fourth at the halfway point – finished strongly to claim silver. Ukraine - which took the team trophy at last year’s edition of
- [Hungary 2026: Budapest ready for European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungary-2026-budapest-ready-for-european-aquatics-junior-diving-championships/): The European Aquatics Junior Diving Championships arrive in Budapest next week, with competition running from 22–28 June at the spectacular Duna Arena - one of the finest aquatic venues in the world and a familiar stage for the sport's biggest moments, having hosted World Championships in 2017 and 2022 as well as the European Championships
- [Four golds for Britain’s Tomblin at WA Artistic Swimming World Cup Super Final in Toronto](https://europeanaquatics.org/four-golds-for-britains-tomblin-at-wa-artistic-swimming-world-cup-super-final-in-toronto/): Ranjuo Tomblin produced a landmark performance at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup Super Final in Toronto as he earned four gold medals. Britain’s 20-year-old European champion won the men’s individual free and technical titles and also topped the podium along with Paris 2024 silver medallist Izzy Thorpe in the mixed duet free and
- [Brilliant Betlehem takes Open Water Swimming World Cup crown as Europeans earn lion’s share of medals in Setubal](https://europeanaquatics.org/brilliant-betlehem-takes-open-water-swimming-world-cup-crown-as-europeans-take-lions-share-of-medals-in-setubal/): The World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup 2026 concluded in fitting fashion over the weekend in Setubal, with European swimmers dominating the final weekend of racing as Germany’s Oliver Klemet stormed to victory in the men’s 3km knockout sprint and Hungary’s David Betlehem secured the overall men’s World Cup title. The final stop of
- [Paris 2026 New Wave: Germany’s European 800m freestyle record-breaker Liebmann loving his challenges in the French capital](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-new-wave-germanys-european-800m-freestyle-record-breaker-liebmann-loving-his-challenges-in-the-french-capital/): Germany’s 19-year-old Johannes Liebmann lowered the European men’s 800m freestyle record to 7:37.94 in April at the Malmsten Swim Open in Stockholm. A four-times medallist at the 2024 European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Vilnius, he set three world junior records – one at 400m, two over 800m - at last December’s EA Short Course
- [Douglass beats Sjostrom’s world 50m freestyle record as Grousset set for Paris 2026 recovery race after breaking foot](https://europeanaquatics.org/douglas-beats-sjostroms-world-50m-freestyle-record-as-grousset-set-for-paris-2026-recovery-race-after-breaking-foot/): Sarah Sjostrom’s women’s 50m freestyle world record has been broken by Kate Douglass of the United States, who clocked 23.59 at the Pro Swim Series in Indianapolis. Douglass, who had a previous personal best of 23.91 from 2024, secured her first world record as she finished ahead of her Virginia training partner Gretchen Walsh, who
- [Sjostrom trusting post-pregnancy process and channeling Alshammar as she heads for Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/sjostrom-trusting-post-pregnancy-process-and-channeling-alshammar-as-she-heads-for-paris-2026/): Speaking to European Aquatics, triple Olympic champion Sarah Sjostrom described her Swedish compatriot Therese Alshammar as an inspirational figure. The two women overlapped competitively, with Alshammar, Sydney 2000 silver medallist in the 50m and 100m freestyle, taking part in her sixth and final Olympics at the Rio 2016 Games – three years after giving birth
- [Paris 2026 New Wave: Damborg on a mission in French capital after landmark Denmark effort in Lublin](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-new-wave-damborg-on-a-mission-in-french-capital-after-landmark-denmark-effort-in-lublin/): Martine Damborg, who turned 19 on May 7, finished 2025 by becoming Denmark’s first gold medallist at the European Aquatics Short Course Championships since 2013 as she won the 50m and 100m butterfly titles in Lublin. Earlier in a year where she set four European junior records she had earned 50m and 100m butterfly gold
- [Tickets now on sale for open water events at Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/tickets-now-on-sale-for-open-water-events-at-paris-2026/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale for the open water swimming events at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026. Taking place on the River Seine from 4 to 8 August, the open water programme promises to be one of the most exciting highlights of a landmark summer of aquatics
- [Participation of Russian and Belarusian Athletes in 2026 European Aquatics Events](https://europeanaquatics.org/participation-of-russian-and-belarusian-athletes-in-2026-european-aquatics-events/): European Aquatics wishes to inform its Member Federations about the participation of athletes holding Russian or Belarusian passports in European Aquatics competitions. These procedures conform to guidance indicated in the following documents: i) a letter from the IOC Sports Director dated 19 December 2025 (document attached) and ii) World Aquatics Guidelines for Athlete Participation in
- [European Aquatics request delay on implementation of new AQUA bylaw on athlete participation](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-request-delay-on-implementation-of-new-aqua-bylaw-on-athlete-participation/): Following a meeting of the Bureau on 30 April 2026, it was agreed to request a delay of implementation of the recently approved AQUA bylaw concerning the participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus in international aquatic competitions. The request asks that the bylaw, which permits the return of these athletes to full participation across
- [Champions League Men: Five takeaways from the Final 4 in Malta](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-five-takeaways-from-the-final-4-in-malta/): 1. Fran Fernandez's first season at the helm of Zodiac CNAB couldn't have played out any better. He swept every domestic title in Spain before leading his side to Champions League glory, all while overseeing a remarkable 34-game winning streak that stretches back to November. Malta seems to be a lucky charm for newly appointed
- [Champions League Women: Five takeaways from the Final 4 in Malta](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-five-takeaways-from-the-final-4-in-malta/): 1. In four of the six previous occasions when Olympiacos fought for the women's Champions League title, they faced Europe's other dominant force, Astralpool Sabadell. Their first major showdown came in 2015, followed by further high-profile encounters in 2019, 2022 and 2024, while last year they produced an unforgettable semifinal. This season, however, the Greeks
- [Barceloneta secure second Champions League title after edging 33-goal thriller with Recco](https://europeanaquatics.org/barceloneta-secure-second-champions-league-title-after-edging-33-goal-thriller-with-recco/): Zodiac CNAB completed a magnificent run by extending their winning streak to 34 matches, a sequence that culminated in the Champions League trophy after a long 12-year wait. After defeating title-holders FTC in the semis, they edged Pro Recco 17-16 in the highest-scoring final in history, battling back from a three-goal deficit. In the space
- [Women in Aquatics Network launches with successful first leadership webinar](https://europeanaquatics.org/women-in-aquatics-network-launches-with-successful-first-leadership-webinar/): The Women in Aquatics Network reached an important milestone on 15 June with the successful delivery of its first leadership webinar, bringing together more than 30 women from across the European aquatics community for an inspiring discussion on leadership, governance and professional development. Hosted through the European Aquatics Academy platform, the members-only webinar forms part
- [Return to Paris: Ireland’s Olympic champion Wiffen seeking first European long-course medal in his favourite city](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-irelands-olympic-champion-wiffen-seeking-first-european-long-course-medal-in-his-favourite-city/): Some time before swimming starts at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, Rachel and Jonathan Wiffen will seek out a church close to the competition venue and light a candle for their son Daniel. It is a pre-race ritual they have observed in the past with glowing results - not least in the same city
- [Five reasons to attend the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/five-reasons-to-attend-the-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026/): Registrations are now open for the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026, taking place on August 7-8 in Paris. Bringing together experts, educators, researchers, federation representatives and aquatic professionals from across Europe, the conference promises two days of learning, collaboration and innovation. Here are five reasons why you should be part of it. 1. Experience the
- [European Aquatics launches landmark sustainability partnership with Lokang](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-landmark-sustainability-partnership-with-lokang/): European Aquatics is proud to announce a new partnership with Lokang, which becomes the organisation’s first official partner dedicated specifically to sustainability, social responsibility and drowning prevention initiatives. The partnership was launched in Malta during the European Aquatics Water Polo Champions League Final Four events for men and women and represents an important step in
- [European Aquatics treasurer Andida Bouma attends 55th European Olympic Committees (EOC) General Assembly in Budapest at invitation of EOC President Spyros Capralos](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-treasurer-andida-bouma-attended-the-55th-european-olympic-committees-eoc-general-assembly-in-budapest-as-a-special-guest-following-an-invitation-from-eoc-president-spyros-capralos/): European Aquatics treasurer Andida Bouma attended the European Olympic Committees General Assembly in Budapest as a special guest at the invitation of the EOC President Spyros Capralos. The annual event, attended by International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry, brought together representatives from National Olympic Committees (NOCs) across Europe alongside around 20 international and European
- [European Aquatics launches Intermediate Certification Course for water polo referees and delegates for 2026/27 season](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-intermediate-certification-course-for-water-polo-referees-and-delegates-for-2026-27-season/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce the launch of the Intermediate Certification Course for Water Polo Referees and Delegates 2026/27, which will be held in Tbilisi, Georgia, from 11-13 September 2026. The course forms part of the European Aquatics education and certification programme and is designed to ensure the consistent application of the latest water
- [European Aquatics reflects on successful 2025/26 water polo season and announces ambitious plans for the future](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-reflects-on-successful-water-polo-season-and-announces-plans-for-2026-27/): Club and National Federation representatives gathered once again during the Champions League Final Four tournaments in Malta for a special meeting on Friday morning, where European Aquatics leaders and staff members offered in-depth overviews of ongoing activities, recent milestones and ambitious plans for the future. At the start of the meeting, European Aquatics President Antonio
- [Olympiacos crowned champions after dramatic shootout victory over FTC, while Sant Andreu take bronze](https://europeanaquatics.org/olympiacos-crowned-champions-after-dramatic-shootout-victory-over-ftc-while-sant-andreu-take-bronze/): Olympiacos lifted the Champions League Women trophy in Malta on Friday night after a breathtaking final full of twists and turns. The Greeks held a three-goal advantage before FTC-Telekom's relentless attack roared to life in the third period and helped the Hungarians build a two-goal lead in the fourth. Olympiacos refused to surrender, scoring the
- [Carla Stampfli: a life in the water, and still finding new reasons to love it](https://europeanaquatics.org/carla-stampfli-a-life-in-the-water-and-still-finding-new-reasons-to-love-it/): Carla Stampfli is a Swiss swimmer who competes for Swim Regio Solothurn. She reached finals and semi-finals at World and European Championships, competed at the 2004 Olympic Games, and is now rediscovering competitive swimming through the masters circuit, on what she says is her own terms. She came to swimming late by elite standards, picking
- [Women in Aquatics Network webinar highlights leadership journeys of featured speakers](https://europeanaquatics.org/women-in-aquatics-network-webinar-highlights-leadership-journeys-of-featured-speakers/): European Aquatics is sharing further details about the speakers and facilitators who will take part in the first Women in Aquatics Network Leadership Webinar, scheduled for June 15, 2026 at 17:00 CET. The members-only webinar represents an important milestone in the continued development of the Women in Aquatics Network, an initiative designed to support, connect
- [Champions League Women: Sant Andreu win dramatic shootout to join FTC, Olympiacos and Mataro in Final Four](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-sant-andreu-win-dramatic-shootout-to-join-ftc-olympiacos-and-mataro-in-final-four/): Reigning champions Sant Andreu survived another scare against CN Vouliagmeni, battling back to win a thrilling shootout and earn the right to defend their trophy in Malta. Elsewhere, FTC-Telekom, Olympiacos Piraeus and Assolim CN Mataro all comfortably booked their places in the Final Four, building on their first-leg advantages and progressing in style. 2025/26 Champions
- [Champions League Women: Meet the Final 4 teams – FTC Telekom Waterpolo](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-meet-the-final-4-teams-ftc-telekom-waterpolo/): FTC – along with Olympiacos – have their men's and women's squads heading to Malta for the Final 4, so for the second year running, the Hungarian giants are in contention for both titles and will be hoping to achieve a historic double. Mark Matajsz's squad have remained undefeated in regular time throughout the season
- [Champions League Women: Meet the Final 4 teams – CN Sant Andreu](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-meet-the-final-4-teams-cn-sant-andreu/): After finishing third in 2024, Spain's Sant Andreu built on that success by taking two steps up on the podium last year, as they memorably lifted the famous trophy in Athens. A dominant first quarter saw them take control of their semifinal with FTC, before they went on to upset Sabadell 9-8 in the final
- [Champions League Women: Meet the Final 4 teams – Assolim CN Mataro](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-meet-the-final-4-teams-assolim-cn-mataro/): Assolim CN Mataro are heading to Malta full of confidence and looking to build on their recent domestic success. Dani Ballart's team secured a third Spanish title earlier this week by downing last season's Champions League winners Sant Andreu 2-1 (8-10, 14-11 and 10-9) in a thrilling series of play-off finals. After finishing fourth twice
- [Champions League Women: Meet the Final 4 teams – Olympiacos SFP](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-meet-the-final-4-teams-olympiacos-sfp/): Olympiacos SFP will arrive in Malta as the team with the richest Champions League history. The Greek giants have stood on the podium eight times after winning gold (2015, 2021 & 2022) and silver (2017, 2019 & 2024) on three occasions and bronze twice (2011 & 2025). In contrast, the second most successful team in
- [Champions League Men: Meet the Final 4 teams – FTC Telekom Waterpolo](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-meet-the-final-4-teams-ftc-telekom-waterpolo/): Ferencvaros are on the verge of achieving something only two teams have managed since 1964 – winning three consecutive Champions League titles. Despite the long and illustrious history of Europe’s premier club competition, only 10 times in more than six decades have teams successfully defended the title. Just two sides, Mladost Zagreb (1968-1970) and Pro
- [Champions League Men: Meet the Final 4 teams – Pro Recco](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-meet-the-final-4-teams-pro-recco/): Pro Recco are back where they belong – among Europe’s elite, competing once again for the most prestigious trophy in club water polo. After all the hardships the club endured in the summer of 2024, which forced them to compete in the Euro Cup – a competition they eventually won – Recco have launched another
- [Champions League Men: Meet the Final 4 teams – Olympiacos SFP](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-meet-the-final-4-teams-olympiacos-sfp/): Olympiacos celebrated their centennial year in 2025, but their water polo teams, to put it mildly, did not contribute in the way they had hoped. The women’s side hosted the Champions League Final 4 but failed to overcome the tough semifinal challenge posed by Sabadell and had to settle for the bronze medal before later
- [Champions League Men: Meet the Final 4 teams – Zodiac CNAB](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-meet-the-final-4-teams-zodiac-cnab/): When Barceloneta stunned the other five visiting teams in the inaugural season of the competition under its new Champions League name and won the first Final 6 at the famous Picornell Pool in Barcelona in 2014, few would have imagined the Spanish side wouldn't reach another final over the following 11 years. Apart from a
- [Champions League Final 4 press conference highlights](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-final-4-press-conference-highlights/): Amidst picturesque settings, a joint men's and women's press conference highlighted the historic event in Malta where the 2026 Champions League Final 4 tournaments will be held together this week. The grand water polo spectacle kicks off with the women’s semis on Wednesday. Two trophies on the table, with the sea and the sunset in
- [Champions League Women: FTC edge title-holders Sant Andreu in shootout to set up final showdown with Olympiacos](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-ftc-edge-title-holders-sant-andreu-in-shootout-to-set-up-final-showdown-with-olympiacos/): Last year, FTC-Telekom and Olympiacos Piraeus fell in their respective semifinals at the Champions League Women Final Four. Twelve months on, both teams have gone one step further and will now battle for the title after emerging victorious in the last four. Fittingly, the two sides met in the bronze-medal match a year ago. Fradi
- [Champions League Men: CNAB dethrone FTC, while Recco roar past Olympiacos in semifinals](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-cnab-dethrone-ftc-while-recco-roar-past-olympiacos-in-semifinals/): Zodiac CNAB ruined FTC-Telekom’s bid for a third successive Champions League title as they forced a shootout, where Unai Aguirre crowned a magnificent performance with his 13th save to end Barceloneta’s semifinal and penalty-shootout curse in one stroke. They will now face Pro Recco, who ruthlessly dismantled Olympiacos’ defence in the opening 10 minutes, effectively
- [Leading experts confirmed for Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/leading-experts-confirmed-for-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026/): European Aquatics will welcome a strong line-up of speakers for the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026, bringing together leading voices from across sport, education, research and industry. Taking place on August 7-8 in Paris, the conference will feature contributions from experts committed to advancing Learn to Swim programmes and strengthening drowning prevention efforts across Europe. The programme includes senior representatives
- [Return to Paris: Kos seeking more gold in the city where his dreams came true](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-kos-seeking-more-gold-in-the-city-where-his-dreams-came-true/): Hungary’s Hubert Kos, 23, was already world 200m backstroke champion when he won the Olympic title in that event at the Paris 2024 Games. He returns to the French capital this summer in search of a third individual European title after winning the 200m individual medley in 2022 and 2024. Kos, who trains in Texas
- [Call for abstracts open for Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/call-for-abstracts-open-for-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026/): European Aquatics has opened the call for abstracts for the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026, inviting contributions from researchers, practitioners and national federations. The conference will take place on August 7-8 in Paris and will include a scientific and practice-orientated programme focused on advancing aquatic education and water safety. Submissions are encouraged from a wide
- [Programme highlights set for Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/programme-highlights-set-for-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026/): European Aquatics has outlined the key programme elements for the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026, which will take place on August 7-8 in Paris. The two-day event will address a wide range of topics linked to aquatic education and water safety, combining strategic discussions, scientific exchange and practical case studies. The opening day will focus on capacity building and
- [Champions League men’s and women’s Final 4 press conference details](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-mens-and-womens-final-4-press-conference-details/): As the excitement builds towards this week's combined men's and women's Champions League Final 4 in Malta, members of the media are set to attend the eagerly awaited press conference at the Grand Hotel Excelsior in Floriana at 7pm (local time) on Tuesday evening. The captains and coaches from the qualified teams will be present
- [Luxembourg 2026: Russia take home team trophy as curtain comes down on European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/luxembourg-2026-russia-take-home-team-trophy-as-curtain-comes-down-on-european-aquatics-youth-artistic-swimming-championships/): The final day of the European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships Luxembourg 2026 brought three more sets of medals, as the women's duet free, men's solo free and free combination finals rounded off an extraordinary four days of competition at the Centre National Sportif et Culturel "La Coque", with Russia taking every single medal on
- [Marseille survive Jadran fightback to win second Euro Cup title](https://europeanaquatics.org/marseille-survive-jadran-fightback-to-win-second-euro-cup-title/): CN Marseille defended valiantly against VK Jadran Split, doing just enough to protect their first-leg advantage and lift the Euro Cup trophy for the second time in the club's history (after their triumph in 2019 against Jadran Herceg Novi). The hosts battled until the final second and moved within one of Marseille's overall total on
- [Luxembourg 2026: Danilova leads Russian gold rush as penultimate day delivers drama at La Coque](https://europeanaquatics.org/luxembourg-2026-danilova-leads-russian-gold-rush-as-penultimate-day-delivers-drama-at-la-coque/): The Centre National Sportif et Culturel "La Coque" delivered its finest day of competition yet on Saturday as the European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships reached its climax, with three sets of medals decided before the Team Free final brought the curtain down on an extraordinary week. Anna Danilova gave Russia the perfect start, claiming
- [Luxembourg 2026: figures event sets athletes apart ahead of weekend finals](https://europeanaquatics.org/luxembourg-2026-figures-event-sets-athletes-apart-ahead-of-weekend-finals/): The second day of competition at the European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships Luxembourg 2026 saw a combination of a regular event across all ages of the sport, with a unique skill-based format that aimed to shake up the pecking order of the events as the preliminary stage rounds up and the finals come onto
- [Euro Cup Men: Jadran hope home advantage can spark comeback in final showdown with Marseille](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-jadran-hope-home-advantage-can-spark-comeback-in-final-showdown-with-marseille/): After winning the first leg 19-16, it's advantage CN Marseille as they arrive in Croatia for the decisive second leg on Saturday. However, the French giants will know the gap could have been bigger, as a late rally from VK Jadran Split saw their seven-goal lead cut to just three. Those late goals – including
- [Paris 2026 New Wave: Croatia’s Jere Hribar carrying high hopes of further senior success](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-new-wave-croatias-jere-hribar-carrying-high-hopes-of-further-senior-success/): Croatia’s Jere Hribar, 22 and 2.03m (6ft 8in) tall, enjoyed high success last year as he earned 100m freestyle silver at the European Aquatics U23 Championships in Samorin before taking gold, silver and bronze at the EA Short Course Championships in Lublin. Hribar competed in the 50m freestyle at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Two years
- [Luxembourg 2026: Russia leads the way on opening day as artistic swimming action gets underway](https://europeanaquatics.org/luxembourg-2026-russia-leads-the-way-on-opening-day-as-artistic-swimming-action-gets-underway/): The European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships got underway at the Centre National Sportif et Culturel "La Coque" in Luxembourg City on Thursday, with two packed sessions delivering drama, standout performances and an energetic crowd as the field took shape ahead of the weekend finals. Russia set the early tone for what promises to be
- [Two years after Olympic dream disappeared, Heimberg set for first Paris visit as defending European champion](https://europeanaquatics.org/two-years-after-olympic-dream-disappeared-heimberg-set-for-first-paris-visit-as-defending-european-champion/): Michelle Heimberg once hoped to see Paris for the first time while competing at the Olympics. One bad dive at the Swiss trials ended that ambition, setting her on a path that led away from the sport - and back again. Two years after failing to earn a place at the Paris 2024 Games Heimberg
- [Return to Paris: Germany’s Olympic champion Lukas Martens seeking another gold in the French capital](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-germanys-olympic-champion-lukas-martens-seeking-another-gold-in-the-french-capital/): Germany’s Lukas Martens, now 24, won 400m freestyle gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics. On April 12 last year in Stockholm he set a world 400m freestyle record of 3:39.96, bettering the 2009 mark of 3:40.07, and added world gold in Singapore. Four years after winning his first international title at the European Aquatics Championships
- [Return to Paris: Italy’s Olympic open water bronze medallist Ginevra Taddeucci seeking more success – and an Eiffel Tower photo](https://europeanaquatics.org/return-to-paris-italys-olympic-open-water-bronze-medallist-ginevra-taddeucci-seeking-more-success-and-an-eiffel-tower-photo/): Italy’s Ginevra Taddeucci, now 29, won bronze in the women’s 10km open water swimming event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Last year she won world silver in the 3km knockout sprint, 5km, 10km and team event. She also won 5km gold and 10m silver plus 5km mixed team relay silver at the European Open Water
- [Luxembourg 2026: athletes all-set for Youth Artistic Swimming Championships curtain-raiser](https://europeanaquatics.org/luxembourg-2026-athletes-all-set-for-youth-artistic-swimming-championships-curtain-raiser/): Luxembourg's Centre National Sportif Et Culturel (La Coque) is gearing up to host four days of non-stop artistic swimming action as the European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships gets underway. 196 athletes representing 28 nations will gather for the competition, one of the most important milestones on the European artistic swimming calendar for the sport's
- [Euro Cup Women: Catalunya crowned champions after dominating CNAB in second leg of final](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-catalunya-crowned-champions-after-dominating-cnab-in-second-leg-of-final/): EPlus CN Catalunya are celebrating in Barcelona after dominating the second leg of the women’s Euro Cup final against Zodiac CNAB on Wednesday night. Javier Belmonte’s side finished the job they started a week ago in emphatic fashion, with a 7-0 surge after going two goals down proving more than enough to seal the club’s
- [Janne Virtanen: fifty years in the water, and still in it for the people](https://europeanaquatics.org/janne-virtanen-fifty-years-in-the-water-and-still-in-it-for-the-people/): Janne Virtanen is a 62-year-old a Finnish swimmer who competes with Speedo Masters Finland and has been competing in masters swimming for 37 years. A holder of masters World and European records, he has won multiple gold medals including relay titles, and the European Aquatics Masters Championships this summer will be his 16th Europeans, having
- [Euro Cup Women: Catalunya and CNAB all set for decisive second leg of 2026 final](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-catalunya-and-cnab-all-set-for-decisive-second-leg-of-2026-final/): After building a five-goal lead in the first leg (14-9), EPlus CN Catalunya placed one hand on the Euro Cup trophy last week and will be looking to finish the job against Zodiac CNAB on Wednesday night. However, with European newcomers CNAB hosting the second leg, the tie is far from decided, and Chus Martin's
- [Eindhoven to host 2028 European Aquatics Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/eindhoven-to-host-2028-european-aquatics-women-water-polo-championships/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce that Eindhoven has been selected as the host city for the 2028 European Aquatics Women Water Polo Championships. This decision highlights Eindhoven’s reputation for sporting excellence and innovation as well as the commitment of our member federation, the Royal Dutch Swimming Federation (KNZB) to developing the sport of aquatics. "On behalf
- [Five golds for Tio as Spain enjoy debut in Artistic Swimming World Cup 2026 in home setting of Pontevedra](https://europeanaquatics.org/five-golds-for-tio-as-spain-enjoy-debut-in-artistic-swimming-world-cup-2026-in-home-setting-of-pontevedra/): Olympic bronze medallists Spain made their debut in this year’s World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup at their home venue of Pontevedra - with predictably golden results. The hosts emerged from three days of competition at the fourth stop in the series victorious in five of the 11 events - with Iris Tio, the European
- [Luxembourg 2026: Spain’s Sylvia Hernández to lead Artistic Swimming Coaches Clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/luxembourg-2026-spains-sylvia-hernandez-to-lead-artistic-swimming-coaches-clinic/): Sylvia Hernández, one of Europe's most experienced artistic swimming coaches and a coach educator for both the Spanish and Portuguese Federations, will lead a Coaches Clinic in Luxembourg on Wednesday 3 June; the day before the start of the European Youth Artistic Swimming Championships. The clinic will take place at La COQUE – Amphithéâtre, starting
- [Steenbergen misses 100m freestyle world record at Barcelona Mare Nostrum stop but is first woman to set two sub-52 times](https://europeanaquatics.org/steenbergen-misses-100m-freestyle-world-record-at-barcelona-mare-nostrum-stop-but-is-first-woman-to-set-two-sub-52-times/): Marrit Steenbergen, whose outstanding form in the women’s 100m freestyle encouraged her to take a shot at the world record in Barcelona tonight, narrowly missed as she won in 51.97 – 0.26 off the 2017 mark set by Sweden’s Sarah Sjostrom. Steenbergen’s performance in the third leg of this year’s Mare Nostrum series came just
- [Rising stars Vanotterdijk and van Wijk strike Mare Nostrum gold in Barcelona](https://europeanaquatics.org/rising-stars-vanotterdijk-and-van-wijk-strike-mare-nostrum-gold-in-barcelona/): Two of Europe’s most promising rising talents - Belgium’s Roos Vanotterdijk and Milou van Wijk of The Netherlands - moved into the spotlight on the second night of the concluding Mare Nostrum 2026 meeting in Barcelona. Vanotterdijk, 21, who won three titles at the European Aquatics U23 Championships last year before earning senior world silver
- [Steenbergen moves to second on women’s 100m freestyle all-time list with 51.86 clocking at Canet leg of Mare Nostrum](https://europeanaquatics.org/steenbergen-moves-to-second-on-womens-100m-freestyle-all-time-list-with-51-86-clocking-at-canet-leg-of-mare-nostrum/): Marrit Steenbergen moved to second on the all-time list for the women’s 100m freestyle as she clocked 51.86 at the second stop in the Mare Nostrum series at Canet in France. The 26-year-old Dutch athlete, who retained her world 100m freestyle record last year, had lowered her national record to 52.13 on May 23 at
- [European Aquatics launches first Women in Aquatics Network leadership webinar for members only](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-first-women-in-aquatics-network-leadership-webinar-for-members-only/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce the first leadership webinar of the Women in Aquatics Network, scheduled to take place online on June 15, 2026 at 17:00 CET. Hosted online through the EA Academy platform, the inaugural session will be a dedicated members-only event for women who have joined the Women in Aquatics Network. For
- [Third wave of tickets now on sale for European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/third-wave-of-tickets-now-on-sale-for-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026/): A new wave of tickets has gone on sale for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, giving fans another chance to be part of one of the biggest events on the European sporting calendar this summer. The Championships take place from 31 July to 16 August 2026 and will be the first major international aquatics
- [Euro Cup Women: Catalunya sink CNAB to seize commanding five-goal advantage in the final](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-catalunya-sink-cnab-to-seize-commanding-five-goal-advantage-in-the-final/): Catalunya claimed a dominant 14-9 win over fellow Spanish side Zodiac CNAB in the first leg of the women's Euro Cup final. A 5-0 run across the middle periods and an outstanding display from Laura Aarts in goal proved decisive, with Barceloneta held to just three second-half goals. 2025/26 Euro Cup WomenFinal, Leg 1Wednesday 27
- [Molly James: “Just try!” – a story of passion for masters swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/molly-james-just-try-a-story-of-passion-for-masters-swimming/): Molly James swims for Trafford Metro, one of British masters swimming's most decorated clubs, and leads a performance swim squad in Cheshire. A European medallist and four-time world medallist, she is also a British record holder. The European Aquatics Masters Championships in Slovakia this summer will be her second Europeans, and she heads there having
- [Re-focused Peaty, Liebmann and Gose shine at AP Race London International, Steenbergen and Milak dazzle in Monaco](https://europeanaquatics.org/peaty-liebmann-gose-and-evans-shine-at-ap-race-london-international/): The 2026 edition of the AP Race London International saw some of Europe’s leading swimmers lay down strong markers for the season, not least the event’s co-founder Adam Peaty, who won the 50m and 100m breaststroke double. Meanwhile Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands and Hungary’s Olympic 100m butterfly champion Kristof Milak sparkled in Monaco at
- [Euro Cup Women: Catalunya and CNAB set for historic all-Spanish final](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-catalunya-and-cnab-set-for-historic-all-spanish-final/): Local rivals EPlus CN Catalunya and Zodiac CNAB are busy fine-tuning their preparations for the first-ever all-Spanish Euro Cup final. Both teams are in uncharted waters, as neither has reached the gold medal game before, so a new name will be etched onto the famous trophy when it's lifted after the second leg on Wednesday
- [Media accreditation is now open for European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/media-accreditation-is-now-open-for-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce that media accreditation registrations for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 will officially open today, 25 May. The accreditation process is dedicated to representatives of the media, including journalists, photographers, television crews, radio broadcasters and social media influencers wishing to cover the Championships. The European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026
- [Euro Cup Men: Marseille on top, but late Jadran surge keeps final in the balance](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-marseille-on-top-but-late-jadran-surge-keeps-final-in-the-balance/): CN Marseille will head to Croatia with a three-goal advantage for the second leg of the Euro Cup final. VK Jadran Split were in serious trouble early in the fourth quarter after falling seven goals behind, but a dramatic late surge keeps them in contention. 2025/26 Euro Cup Men Final, 1st LegSaturday 23 MayCN Marseille
- [Maica Garcia Godoy and Christos Afroudakis named European Aquatics Ambassadors for Champions League Final 4 in Malta](https://europeanaquatics.org/maica-garcia-godoy-and-christos-afroudakis-names-as-european-aquatics-ambassadors-for-champions-league-final-4-in-malta/): Legendary players Maica Garcia Godoy and Christos Afroudakis will be the ambassadors for the Champions League Final Four tournaments in Malta, where, for the first time ever, the two coronation events of the top-tier men’s and women’s club competition shall be held together. European Aquatics is delighted to announce the ambassadors of this year’s joint
- [Euro Cup Men: Jadran and Marseille ready to battle for the famous trophy](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-jadran-and-marseille-ready-to-battle-for-the-famous-trophy/): All eyes will be on the south of France this weekend as CN Marseille and VK Jadran Split face off in the first leg of the eagerly awaited men's Euro Cup final. Eight months after the initial qualification rounds, only two teams remain, and this Saturday's clash could have a big say in who goes
- [Para artistic swimming criteria confirmed for European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/para-artistic-swimming-criteria-confirmed-for-european-aquatics-masters-championships-2026/): European Aquatics has confirmed the participation criteria for Para Artistic Swimming at the European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026, completing the publication of the Para Aquatics regulations for the event. Following the earlier release of the participation criteria for para swimming, para open water swimming and para water polo, the publication of the para artistic swimming
- [Selina Anna Flavia Biacchi: learning to enjoy the dive, not just the result as she heads for third EA Masters Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/selina-anna-flavia-biacchi-learning-to-enjoy-the-dive-not-just-the-result/): Selina Anna Flavia Biacchi, who will compete in this summer's European Aquatics Masters Championships in Slovakia, did not come to diving through the elite pathway. She started in 2001, never competed at the top level as a young athlete, and found her way into masters competition almost by accident. What the Italian diver found there,
- [European Aquatics takes part in European Week of Sport Key Players’ Seminar 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-takes-part-in-european-week-of-sport-key-players-seminar-2026/): European Aquatics participated today, 21 May, in the European Week of Sport Key Players’ Seminar 2026, held online with the participation of National Coordinating Bodies and partners of the initiative from across Europe. The seminar, organised from 09:30 to 12:30 CET, provided participants with an overview of the main milestones of the 2026 European Week
- [Euro Cup Women: Catalunya outclass BVSC in Budapest to set up all-Spanish final with CNAB](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-catalunya-outclass-bvsc-in-budapest-to-set-up-all-spanish-final-with-cnab/): Despite earning away draws in the first legs, BVSC Manna ABC and Pallanuoto Trieste failed to capitalise on home advantage in Saturday's return fixtures, as EPlus CN Catalunya totally outclassed the Hungarians in Budapest, while Zodiac CNAB ended the Italians' hopes of reaching a third successive Euro Cup final. With both Spanish teams set to
- [Champions League Men: CNAB remain undefeated, while Recco book top spot ahead of Final 4](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-cnab-remain-undefeated-while-recco-book-top-spot-ahead-of-final-4/): Pro Recco secured the expected comfortable win against Hannover to confirm top spot in Group B, settling the only remaining question on the final day of the Champions League Quarterfinals Stage. CNAB also maintained their momentum, defeating Olympiacos in Piraeus to preserve their perfect record in this stage of the competition. Next stop is Malta
- [Champions League Men: Recco aiming to top group as Final Four approaches](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-recco-aiming-to-top-group-as-final-four-approaches/): All the Final Four berths may have been booked last week, but the top spot in Group B remains at stake. All Pro Recco need is a home win against Waspo 98 Hannover, which should be an achievable goal for the 11-time champions. There is also some jeopardy at the bottom of Group A, as
- [European Aquatics represented at sports development conference in Georgia](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-represented-at-sports-development-conference-in-georgia/): European Aquatics was proudly represented in Tbilisi as António José Silva and First Vice President Josip Varvodić attended a special conference hosted by Georgia’s Minister of Sport Shalva Gogoladze. The event brought together national federations of indoor sports to exchange future plans and development strategies, highlighting the importance of cooperation and long-term collaboration across the
- [Europeans lead charge at High Diving World Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/europeans-lead-charge-at-high-diving-world-cup/): European athletes enjoyed an outstanding weekend at the opening leg of the World Aquatics High Diving World Cup in Fort Lauderdale, with Romania’s Catalin-Petru Preda and Germany’s Iris Schmidbauer securing victories in the men’s and women’s competitions respectively, while Ukraine also celebrated gold at the World Junior High Diving Championships through Dmytro Vyshyvanov. The men’s
- [President Antonio Silva visits Ukraine to show European Aquatics’ support and solidarity](https://europeanaquatics.org/president-antonio-silva-visits-ukraine-to-show-european-aquatics-support-and-solidarity/): European Aquatics President Antonio Silva, accompanied by Vice President Erkan Yalcin, has visited Ukraine to demonstrate solidarity with the country’s athletes, coaches, officials and aquatic sports family. The visit included stops in Kyiv, Lviv and Odessa, which permitted a first-hand understanding of the daily realities facing Ukrainian sport during an exceptionally difficult period for the
- [European athletes well represented in International Swimming Hall of Fame Class of 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-athletes-well-represented-in-international-swimming-hall-of-fame-class-of-2026/): On 16 May 2026, the aquatic world gathered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for the 61st Annual Induction Ceremony of the International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF). Established in 1965, ISHOF is the world's leading institution dedicated to honouring excellence in aquatic sport, recognising outstanding athletes, coaches, contributors and other figures across swimming, diving, open water,
- [Euro Cup Women: BVSC, Trieste, CNAB and Catalunya all set for decisive semifinal clashes](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-bvsc-trieste-cnab-and-catalunya-all-set-for-decisive-semifinal-clashes/): The semifinals of the Euro Cup Women could not be more finely poised after both first legs ended all square. Spanish representatives EPlus CN Catalunya and Zodiac CNAB failed to make home advantage count last month as BVSC Manna ABC and Pallanuoto Trieste each earned draws ahead of this weekend’s decisive second legs. Now, the
- [Champions League Women: Title-holders St Andreu face tough quarterfinal test at Vouliagmeni](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-title-holders-st-andreu-face-tough-quarterfinal-test-at-vouliagmeni/): While FTC and Olympiacos seem to have already done enough in the first leg to enjoy some easy cruising this time, when the return legs of the Champions League Women quarterfinals are played this weekend, title-holders St Andreu will face a thrilling do-or-die duel at Vouliagmeni after the first game ended in a stalemate. Fellow
- [Euro Cup Women: CNAB and Catalunya fail to make home advantage count as semifinals end all square](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-cnab-and-catalunya-fail-to-make-home-advantage-count-as-semifinals-end-all-square/): Pallanuoto Trieste and BVSC Manna ABC will begin the second legs of their Euro Cup semifinals as slight favourites after both sides drew away from home on Saturday. European debutants Zodiac CNAB pushed the Italians all the way, and although they were unable to secure a victory, they caused the runners-up from the past two
- [Germany and Ireland name teams for European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/germany-and-ireland-name-swimming-teams-for-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026/): The Germany Swimming Federation (DSV) has named a 40-strong team for the pool at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026., four of whom will also take part in open water swimming.. The selection includes Olympic and world men’s 400m freestyle champion Lukas Martens, world women’s 100m breaststroke champion Anna Elendt and 2024 world women’s 100m
- [Great Britain names 36-strong swimming team for European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/great-britain-names-36-strong-swimming-team-for-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026/): The European Aquatics Championships 2026 in Paris is set to welcome one of the strongest British line-ups in recent memory, after Aquatics GB confirmed a list of 36 swimmers for the competition, blending proven Olympic pedigree with a new generation of rising talent. The squad, selected following the recent Aquatics GB Swimming Championships in London,
- [EA Artistic Swimming Support Program launched to boost team entries on road to Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-awards-portuguese-turkish-and-bulgarian-federations-10000-euros-each-to-develop-artistic-swimming-teams-for-paris-2026/): European Aquatics has launched an initiative to encourage wider participation in artistic swimming team competition, with three national federations receiving financial support to compete in this summer’s EA Championships in Paris. The EA’s AS Support Program 2026 is providing Portugal, Turkiye and Bulgaria with 10,000 euros each to prepare teams who will be in action
- [European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 medals revealed with 100 days to go](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026-medals-revealed-with-100-days-to-go/): Organisers of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 marked 100 days to go (D-100) by unveiling the medals for which athletes will be striving this summer. European Aquatics was represented at the press conference in Saint-Denis by its First Vice President, Croatia’s Josip Varvodic. “I really like the medals and also the logo of the
- [Peaty books EA Championships Paris 2026 places with 100m and 50m breaststroke double in London](https://europeanaquatics.org/peaty-books-ea-championships-paris-2026-places-with-100m-and-50m-breaststroke-double-in-london/): Adam Peaty laid down a mighty marker in the Aquatics GB Championships tonight as he followed his 100m breaststroke win with victory in the 50m breaststroke, earning European Aquatics Championship qualification for both events. The 31-year-old - who took an extended break after missing a third consecutive Olympic 100m breaststroke gold by 0.02 at the
- [Total of 14 successful NFs will collect Swim Safe Europe certificates during EA Championships in Paris – and 2026 applications are invited](https://europeanaquatics.org/total-of-14-successful-nfs-will-collect-swim-safe-europe-certificates-during-ea-championships-in-paris-and-2026-applications-are-invited/): Fourteen successful national federations will receive their Swim Safe Europe (SSE) certificates in Paris during this summer’s European Aquatics Championships. Meanwhile the application process for 2026 certification is now open for all national federations wishing to submit their programmes ahead of the presentation of certificates at the SSE Annual Conference at St Denis from August
- [Mixed duet events at European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 to be open to non-European artistic swimmers](https://europeanaquatics.org/mixed-duet-events-at-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026-to-be-open-to-non-european-artistic-swimmers/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce that the mixed duet events (free and technical) at the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 will be open to non-European federations. Although this event is emerging as one of the most exciting in the programme, opportunities for international athletes to compete remain limited. It has therefore been decided to
- [European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026: first bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026-first-bulletin-now-available/): European Aquatics has published the first official information bulletin for the 2026 European Aquatics Championships, providing national federations and delegations with key operational details as preparations gather pace for the continental showcase in Paris this summer. The newly released bulletin offers an initial overview of the organisational framework for the Championships, outlining practical information on
- [Town of Sevran celebrates opening of its Paris 2024 legacy – the “Magic Swimming Pool of Leon”](https://europeanaquatics.org/town-of-sevran-celebrates-opening-of-its-paris-2024-legacy-the-magic-swimming-pool-of-leon/): The Paris 2024 Olympics pool in which French icon Leon Marchand won four gold medals has been given a new home. Originally installed in the Paris La Defense Arena, it has been re-established within Seine-Saint-Denis in the town of Sevran, opening to the public tomorrow (February 9). And as L’Equipe reports, following the official investiture
- [Detailed schedule announced for European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/detailed-schedule-announced-for-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026/): The detailed schedule has been announced for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026, which will take place from Friday, July 31 to Sunday, August 16. The 38th edition of these Championships will come to a close with a starburst of nine straight finals on the last evening of swimming competition in the Centre Aquatique Olympique
- [New wave of ticket sales and EDF sponsor deal for European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 announced with 200 days to go](https://europeanaquatics.org/new-wave-of-ticket-sales-and-edf-sponsor-deal-for-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026-announced-with-200-days-to-go/): Athletes and officials including EA President Antonio Silva attended the press event at the Centre Aquatique Olympique in Paris marking 200 days to go until the start of the EA Championships Paris 2026. Credit: Métropole du Grand Paris European Aquatics President Antonio Silva today anticipated “sell-out crowds” at the Paris 2026 European Aquatics Championships –
- [D-200 press conference for European Aquatics Championships – Paris 2026 will confirm new wave of ticket sales](https://europeanaquatics.org/d-200-press-conference-for-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026-will-confirm-new-wave-of-ticket-sales/): European Aquatics and the Fédération Française de Natation (FFN) are pleased to announce that a press conference will take place on 21 January 2026 at the Centre Aquatique Olympique in Paris, marking D-200 to the start of the European Aquatics Championships - Paris 2026. The press conference will bring together leading figures of French and European Aquatics.
- [European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 volunteer programme attracts nearly 1600 applications](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026-volunteer-programme-attracts-nearly-1600-applications/): The volunteer programme for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 received nearly 1600 applications. Organisers have thanked all those who have put their names forward and plan to announce the nominations “towards the end of the first trimester of 2026.” The volunteer programme application platform is now closed. Mike Rowbottom for European Aquatics
- [Paris 2026: Applications for volunteer positions now open](https://europeanaquatics.org/paris-2026-applications-for-volunteer-positions-now-open/): The volunteer programme for the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 is now open, inviting people from all backgrounds to take part in hosting one of Europe’s most important sporting events for the year. All five of the sports on the calendar will require a strong team of dedicated people to help run smoothly, and potential
- [Logo launch and ambassadors mark 300 days until start of European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/logo-launch-and-ambassadors-mark-300-days-until-start-of-european-aquatics-championships-paris-2026/): Organisers of the European Aquatics Championships Paris 2026 marked 300 days to go until the start of this centenary event by unveiling the event logo (above). The reveal took place at a press conference held at the headquarters of the Ile-de-France Region in the presence of the Championships stakeholders - the Region, the Metropolis, Seine-Saint-Denis
- [Masters Para-swimming to be piloted in England](https://europeanaquatics.org/para-swimming-trial-at-england-masters-championships/): Para-swimming will be introduced - and piloted - as part of the Swim England Masters National Championships for the first time at this year's competition. The event is scheduled to take place at Sheffield’s Ponds Forge International Pool from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 October. Para-swimming will be integrated into the programme as a trial,
- [European Aquatics strengthen ties with World Para Swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-strengthen-ties-with-world-para-swimming/): Paris 2024 generated “amazing excitement and enthusiasm” which has created an “excellent opportunity” for growth.
- [European Aquatics strengthens inclusive vision with Para Aquatics integration at Masters Championships 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-strengthens-inclusive-vision-with-para-aquatics-integration-at-masters-championships-2026/): European Aquatics has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to inclusive sport with the publication of participation criteria for Para Swimming and Para Open Water Swimming at the European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026, also extending participation for Para Asian aquatic sports athletes. The move marks a landmark moment in the continued integration of
- [EA President discusses Paraswimming and ice swimming inclusion at Czech Aquatics Awards in Prague](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-president-discusses-paraswimming-and-ice-swimming-inclusion-at-czech-aquatics-awards-in-prague/): The integration of Paraswimming and ice swimming into European Aquatics was high on the agenda for EA President Antonio Silva when he attended the recent Czech Aquatics and Czech Water Polo Federation Best Swimmer Awards 2025 in Prague. President Silva discussed the topic at length with Czech Paralympic Committee President and Czech Olympic Committee Vice
- [European Aquatics publishes Information Bulletin for Para and Special Olympics athletes ahead of Masters Championships 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-publishes-information-bulletin-for-para-and-special-olympics-athletes-ahead-of-masters-championships-2026/): European Aquatics has officially published the Information Bulletin for Para and Special Olympics athletes for the European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026, marking a historic step forward in the development of inclusive aquatics. The document, now available online here, outlines key participation criteria, competition formats and operational details for athletes with disabilities who will take part
- [European Aquatics President Antonio Silva on the organisation’s push to fully integrate para aquatics](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-president-antonio-silva-on-the-organisations-push-to-fully-integrate-para-aquatics/): European Aquatics has announced a significant expansion of para aquatic sports, with para swimming appearing at the European Championships for the first time at Paris 2026, new regulations for para artistic swimming, para open water and para water polo, and the full integration of para athletes and Special Olympics competitors into the 2026 Masters Championships.
- [European Aquatics makes history with major expansion of Para Sports across Europe](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-makes-history-with-major-expansion-of-para-sports-across-europe/): European Aquatics is taking another major step forward in its commitment to inclusion, placing Para aquatic sports at the heart of its future development across Europe. As part of this vision, inclusion is becoming an increasingly important part of the European Aquatics strategy, with new initiatives and opportunities being introduced across its competitions and programmes.
- [European Aquatics President visits Moldova to support development of Aquatic Sports](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-president-visits-moldova-to-support-development-of-aquatic-sports/): During an official visit to Chișinău, European Aquatics President Antonio Silva held a series of high-level meetings focused on the long-term development of aquatic sports in Moldova. The visit highlighted a shared commitment to strengthening the country’s aquatic ecosystem through constructive dialogue, strategic cooperation, and alignment with Moldova’s ambitious “Sport 2030” Development Strategy — a
- [Save the Date: Swimming Elite Coach Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/save-the-date-swimming-elite-coach-conference-2026/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce that the Swimming Elite Coach Conference 2026 will take place from September 18 to 19, 2026 at the University of Maia in Maia. Organised in cooperation with World Aquatics and leading academic and performance partners, the conference will bring together coaches, experts and performance specialists from across the aquatic
- [Giving back: EA Athletes Committee profile of Renaud Barral](https://europeanaquatics.org/giving-back-ea-athletes-committee-profile-of-renaud-barral/): EA Athletes Committee member Renaud Barral, 38, was a pioneer male artistic swimmer for Belgium and helped end the 23-year absence of his country from international events. He had top 10 finishes in world and European mixed duet and men’s solo events before retiring in 2024. How did you get into the sport? I was
- [Peaty, Guy and Dean in England team for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games](https://europeanaquatics.org/peaty-guy-and-dean-in-england-team-for-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/): Multiple Olympic, world and European medallists Adam Peaty, James Guy and Tom Dean are among 42 Team England swimmers - including 14 para swimmers - selected for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Peaty, who returned to long course swimming this year for the first time since narrowly missing a third consecutive Olympic 100m breaststroke title
- [Lineke Claessens-Theeuwes: still learning as she heads for her seventh EA Masters Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/lineke-claessens-theeuwes-still-learning-as-she-heads-for-her-seventh-ea-masters-championships/): Lineke Claessens-Theeuwes, 45, has competed in masters artistic swimming with PSV Synchro Team Eindhoven since 2008. A European champion in Rome and Belgrade with the 35+ team, she swims solo, duet and team. She spoke to us ahead of the European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026. Claessens-Theeuwes has a goal that most competitive swimmers don't have.
- [Champions League Men: Olympiacos book the last Final Four spot with shootout win over Brescia](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-olympiacos-book-the-last-final-four-spot-with-shootout-win-over-brescia/): After a tremendous battle Olympiacos claimed a shootout win in Brescia and these two points secured their Final Four berth on Day 5 in the Champions League Quarter-final Stage. Barceloneta, already qualified, helped the Greeks with a hard-fought win in Belgrade which denied NBG a last shot at an F4 place. 2025/26 Champions League MenQuarterfinals
- [Champions League Men: Recco hold off Mladost, while FTC dominate Waspo, as the two giants secure Final Four spots](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-recco-hold-off-mladost-while-ftc-dominate-waspo-as-the-two-giants-secure-final-four-spots/): As expected, Pro Recco and Ferencvaros secured their respective Final Four berths on Day 5 of the Champions League Quarter Final Stage. Both giants scored 17 goals, though while Fradi enjoyed an easy cruise at home against Hannover, the Italians had to produce their best efforts to fend off Mladost’s repeated attempts to catch up.
- [Details announced for first European Aquatics Next Wave Diving Development Camp](https://europeanaquatics.org/details-announced-for-first-european-aquatics-next-wave-diving-development-camp/): European Aquatics has published the official Information Bulletin for the first edition of the European Aquatics Next Wave Diving Development Camp, set to take place from July 6 to 12, 2026 in Rzeszów. Organised in cooperation with the European Aquatics Academy and aligned with the organisation’s Development Strategy, the camp aims to support the growth
- [Champions League Men: Race for Malta Final 4 heating up](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-race-for-malta-final-4-heating-up/): Barceloneta have already secured their Final 4 berth, and title-holders FTC-Telekom and 11-time champions Pro Recco are all set to join them on Day 5 of the Champions League Quarter-final Stage. However, the race for the last spot between Olympiacos, Brescia and Novi Beograd is just heating up. 2025/26 Champions League MenQuarterfinals Stage, Day 5(Local
- [Tickets now available for European Aquatics Junior and Youth Championships 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/tickets-now-available-for-european-aquatics-junior-and-youth-championships-2026/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce that ticket links for all junior and youth competitions of the 2026 season are now available, giving fans the opportunity to secure their seats for another exciting summer of aquatics action across Europe. The 2026 junior calendar will once again showcase the continent’s most promising young talents across multiple
- [Tancock and Morgan’s magical medal moment](https://europeanaquatics.org/tancock-and-morgans-magical-medal-moment/): Seb Coe was joking. Probably. But when, during a press conference on the eve of this year's World Athletics Indoor Championships, New Zealand’s retired shot putter Valerie Adams said she hoped her Championship record was about to be broken, the World Athletics President responded: “No you don’t!” The words were spoken with a twinkle, from
- [Malta’s joint hosting of men’s and women’s Final Fours in the Champions League: One month to go](https://europeanaquatics.org/maltas-joint-hosting-of-mens-and-womens-final-fours-in-the-champions-league-one-month-to-go/): For the first time, the respective Final Four tournaments in the Champions League Men and Women will be held as joint events when they take place in Malta from June 10-13. There is one month to go until the crowning event of the European club season which will see Malta hosting both the men’s and
- [EPAM and INEFC awarded 2026 grants through EA Innovation Hub for water polo and artistic swimming research](https://europeanaquatics.org/epam-and-inefc-awarded-2026-grants-through-ea-innovation-hub-for-water-polo-and-artistic-swimming-research/): Two research projects - one undertaken by EPAM Systems, one being conducted by the National Institute of Physical Education of Catalonia (INEFC) in Barcelona - have been awarded major grants for 2026 through the European Aquatic Innovation Hub. The first project - Water Polo Digital Development Transformation using Data and Sensors - is being undertaken by
- [Euro Cup Men: Marseille roar back against Radnicki to set up final showdown with Jadran](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-marseille-roar-back-against-radnicki-to-set-up-final-showdown-with-jadran/): CN Marseille were more than up for the fight as they denied last season’s runners-up SPD Radnicki a place in a second successive Euro Cup final, producing a sensational comeback in the south of France. Roared on by a packed and passionate home crowd, Marseille tore into the Serbians from the opening swim-off and gradually
- [Leaders across European sport gather in Dublin for Athlete Welfare in Sport Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/leaders-across-european-sport-gather-in-dublin-for-athlete-welfare-in-sport-conference-2026/): Sports leaders, safeguarding experts, former athletes and policymakers from across Europe gathered at the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Dublin Airport in Dublin, Ireland, on 8 May for the European Aquatics Athletes Conference, where athlete welfare and safeguarding took centre stage throughout a day of discussions focused on reform, accountability and the future of athlete protection
- [European Aquatics joins celebrations for Europe Day 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-joins-celebrations-for-europe-day-2026/): On Europe Day, celebrated today, 9 May, European Aquatics proudly joins the “Sport Celebrates Europe Day” initiative, reaffirming its commitment to promoting European values, unity and cooperation through sport. As part of the initiative developed in collaboration with the European Commission, European Aquatics and its Member Federations across Europe are taking part in a series
- [Fluidra and European Aquatics launch major push to upgrade pools and bring swimming to underserved communities](https://europeanaquatics.org/fluidra-and-european-aquatics-launch-major-push-to-upgrade-pools-and-bring-swimming-to-underserved-communities/): European Aquatics and Fluidra are joining forces to modernize Europe’s aging pool infrastructure and expand access to swimming education across the continent. The partnership introduces two flagship programmes targeting key sector challenges: outdated facilities and unequal access to swimming. Today, more than 24,000 public pools across Europe are considered obsolete, raising concerns around safety, efficiency,
- [Euro Cup Men: Marseille and BVSC aiming to overturn first-leg deficits to reach final](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-marseille-and-bvsc-aiming-to-overturn-first-leg-deficits-to-reach-final/): After battling back from 3-1 down, VK Jadran Split secured a late three-goal lead in their semifinal first-leg clash with BVSC Manna ABC, but the Hungarians stayed within touching distance, scoring twice in the last minute to reduce the deficit to just one heading into Saturday’s crunch return fixture in Budapest. The other last-four clash
- [Key details confirmed for this summer’s Open Water Swimming Officials Level 3 Clinic 2026 in Paris](https://europeanaquatics.org/key-details-confirmed-for-this-summers-open-water-swimming-officials-level-3-clinic-2026-in-paris/): European Aquatics has published the official Information Bulletin for the Open Water Swimming Clinic for Officials – Level 3, providing key details for this summer’s education programme in Paris during the EA Championships. The clinic, taking place from August 1 to 2, will bring together experienced officials from across Europe for advanced training in open
- [Giving back: EA Athletes Committee profile of Emma Garcia](https://europeanaquatics.org/giving-back-ea-athletes-committee-profile-of-emma-garcia/): Spain’s 27-year-old Emma Garcia, who retired with world, European and European Games medals in artistic swimming, is vice-chair of the European Aquatics Athletes Committee. How did you get into the sport? It was a funny coincidence. I never heard or watched this sport before, I didn’t knew even it existed. Every summer I did this
- [In My Father’s Lane: Adam Wilkie on chasing his father’s world record](https://europeanaquatics.org/in-my-fathers-lane-adam-wilkie-on-chasing-his-fathers-world-record/): Adam Wilkie was not a competitive swimmer. Until recently, his most strenuous daily activity was, by his own admission, a standing desk. Yet the 33-year-old has quit his job, is burning through his savings, and has committed to a full year of elite training, all in pursuit of a time set by his father 50
- [Samorin’s swimming venue for EA Masters Championships offers Olympic Village experience](https://europeanaquatics.org/samorins-swimming-venue-for-ea-masters-championships-offers-olympic-village-experience/): Signing up to take part in this summer’s European Aquatics Masters Championships will mean accessing a dedicated event offering an experience akin to being in an Olympic Village. The X-Bionic Sphere in Samorin, which will host swimming and open water swimming during the competition from August 18 to 30, is Slovakia’s Olympic training centre. As such
- [From resistance to the pool: the remarkable life of Alphonse Angella](https://europeanaquatics.org/from-resistance-to-the-pool-the-remarkable-life-of-alphonse-angella/): Revealing the hidden stories behind our Honorary Members For decades, the name Alphonse Angella has been known within aquatic sports circles as a hard working, modest but influential figure—one of the administrators who helped shape modern water polo. But recent recognition has revealed a far more extraordinary story: before his contributions to sport, Angella was
- [Olympic and European champion Uros Stevanovic steps down as Serbia men’s water polo coach](https://europeanaquatics.org/olympic-and-european-champion-uros-stevanovic-steps-down-as-serbia-mens-water-polo-coach/): Uros Stevanovic has announced his resignation as head coach of Serbia’s men’s national water polo team, ending a three-and-a-half year tenure during which the team secured Olympic and European Championships gold medals, as well as a fourth-place finish at the World Championships. The decision follows recent changes within the Serbian Water Polo Federation, where former
- [Golds for Bleyer, Tomblin and Thorpe at third WA Artistic Swimming World Cup in Xi’an](https://europeanaquatics.org/golds-for-bleyer-tomblin-and-thorpe-at-third-wa-artistic-swimming-world-cup-in-xian/): European athletes earned significant golds in the third leg of the 2026 World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup in Xi’an, with Germany’s Klara Bleyer winning the women’s solo free and Great Britain’s Ranjuo Tomblin and Izzy Thorpe taking the mixed duet technical title. Bleyer, overall World Cup winner in the women’s solo last year, produced
- [Italy’s De Akker crowned first-ever Conference Cup champions after strong finish sinks Honved](https://europeanaquatics.org/italys-de-akker-crowned-first-ever-conference-cup-champions-after-strong-finish-sinks-honved/): De Akker Team made history by lifting the trophy at the end of the inaugural Conference Cup Men’s Final Four in Athens on Sunday night. The side from Bologna produced a tactical masterpiece against Endo Plus Service Honved, using all their strengths to exploit the Magyars’ weaknesses, and with some sparkling offensive play in the
- [Europeans visit podium as China sweeps Beijing Super Final in WA Diving World Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/europeans-visit-podium-as-china-sweeps-beijing-super-final-in-wa-diving-world-cup/): European divers got among the medals during the weekend’s World Aquatics Diving World Cup Super Final in Beijing as home athletes earned an expected clean sweep of nine titles. In the men’s 10m synchro Ukraine’s 20-year-old individual world silver medallist Oleksii Sereda and 16-year-old Mark Hrytsenko earned silver behind China’s Yang Zihao and Zhao Renjie,
- [Velly’s historic gold headlines dominant European display at Golfo Aranci Open Water Swimming World Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/vellys-historic-gold-headlines-dominant-european-display-at-golfo-aranci-open-water-swimming-world-cup/): European athletes produced another commanding weekend of open water racing at the third leg of the 2026 World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup in Golfo Aranci, with France's Sacha Velly claiming the standout result of the meet by winning his first ever 10km World Cup title. Building on the momentum generated at the second
- [Conference Cup Men: Honved and De Akker set up gold-medal showdown in Athens](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-honved-and-de-akker-set-up-gold-medal-showdown-in-athens/): Endo Plus Service Honved and De Akker Team ruined the Greeks’ party in Athens as they both downed their respective rivals in the semi-finals of the inaugural men’s Conference Cup Final Four. The Hungarians fired in 11 action goals from the perimeter to dismantle hosts GS Apollon Smyrnis, then the Italians came back from three
- [European Aquatics hosts third successful Athlete Media Webinar](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-hosts-third-successful-athlete-media-webinar/): European Aquatics hosted its latest Media Webinar for Athletes on Friday 1 May 2026, bringing together some of the sport's top names for a practical session on media skills, personal branding, and social media strategy. The online event, held as part of the organisation's Strategic Plan 2024–2030 and on the European Aquatics Academy platform, was
- [Road to Luxembourg 2026 continues with release of Information Bulletin 2](https://europeanaquatics.org/road-to-luxembourg-2026-continues-with-release-of-information-bulletin-2/): European Aquatics has published Information Bulletin 2 for the European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships 2026, providing detailed operational and competition information for participating federations and stakeholders. The Championships will take place from 4–7 June 2026 at the Centre National Sportif et Culturel “La Coque” in Luxembourg City, hosted by the Fédération Luxembourgeoise de Natation
- [European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 – sign up for a “unique” experience](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-masters-championships-2026-sign-up-for-a-unique-experience/): This summer’s European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026, which will bring together five disciplines across three cities in Slovakia and Austria from August 18 to 30, will be unique. “Our ambition is not only to present our country, but also to introduce a completely new concept of hosting events,” said Slovakia’s Ivana Lange, who is co-ordinating
- [Registrations open today for Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026 as Information Bulletin is published](https://europeanaquatics.org/registrations-open-today-for-swim-safe-europe-conference-2026-as-information-bulletin-is-published/): European Aquatics has published the official Information Bulletin for the Swim Safe Europe Conference 2026, with registrations opening today, 29 April. The conference will take place on 7–8 August 2026 in Paris, France, at the Courtyard by Marriott Paris Saint Denis, in a hybrid format combining in-person and online participation. The newly released bulletin provides
- [Gose glitters at German Championships; Popovici powers on in Romanian trials](https://europeanaquatics.org/gose-glitters-at-german-championships-popovici-powers-on-in-romanian-trials/): Germany’s leading lights shone brightly at the national championships and trials in Berlin - none more so than Paris 2024 bronze medallist Isabel Gose, who finished with four golds. Meanwhile Olympic and double world champion David Popovici was dazzling at the Romanian Championships, where he booked his place for this summer’s European Aquatics Championships Paris
- [Champions League Men: Highlights show and five talking points from day 4 of quarter-final stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-highlights-show-and-five-talking-points-from-day-4-of-quarter-final-stage/): 1. On Day 1 of the Champions League quarter-final Stage, Recco became the first team in two years to beat Ferencvaros in regular time. And the way they dismantled the title-holders was astonishing, a 0-5 opening period and a four-goal win at the end, it was Recco at their best. Come Day 4, and Fradi
- [Euro Cup Men: Advantage Radnicki and Jadran as semifinals get underway](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-advantage-radnicki-and-jadran-as-semifinals-get-underway/): VK Jadran Split fought back from 3-1 down early in the second quarter to take control of their semifinal first leg against BVSC Manna ABC, but the Hungarians stayed within touching distance, with two late goals cutting the deficit to just one ahead of the return fixture in Budapest. The other last-four clash proved an
- [Milak shines, Curtis and Quadarella dazzle and Peaty powers back at Hungarian, Italian and Aquatics GB Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/milak-shines-curtis-and-quadarella-dazzle-and-peaty-powers-back-at-hungarian-italian-and-aquatics-gb-championships/): Many of the world’s finest swimmers have been in action in recent days in national championships and events offering a pathway to this summer’s European Aquatics Championships in Paris. Among the outstanding performers were Hungary’s double Olympic butterfly champion Kristof Milak, Britain’s multiple world and Olympic champion breast-stroke specialist Adam Peaty, Italy’s 19-year-old Sara Curtis
- [Euro Cup Men: Race to the final begins with last-four showdowns](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-race-to-the-final-begins-with-last-four-showdowns/): The business end of the men’s Euro Cup has arrived, with the four remaining teams set to go head-to-head this weekend in the first legs of the semifinals. CN Marseille and last year’s runners-up SPD Radnicki have both previously tasted success in the competition – Radnicki in 2013 and Marseille in 2019 – but one
- [Betlehem’s golden double headlines European success in Ibiza](https://europeanaquatics.org/betlehems-golden-double-headlines-european-success-in-ibiza/): European athletes put in another commanding set of performances at the second leg of the 2026 World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup in Ibiza, with Hungary’s David Betlehem emerging as the standout performer. Backing up his status as one of the circuit’s stand-out figures from the past 12 months, the 22-year-old claimed a commanding
- [Registration for OWS Masters Tour Leg 2 is now open](https://europeanaquatics.org/registration-for-ows-masters-tour-leg-2-is-now-open/): European Aquatics confirms that registration for the Open Water Swimming Masters Tour Leg 2 is now open via this link. The competition will take place in Sukoró on 24 July, with the registration deadline set for 3 July. Athletes planning to take part in the second leg of the Masters Tour are encouraged to register
- [Register now: Athlete Media Training takes place next Friday, 1 May at 15:00 CET](https://europeanaquatics.org/register-now-athlete-media-training-takes-place-next-friday-1-may-at-1500-cet/): European Aquatics will host two Athlete Media Training sessions in 2026, with the first taking place next Friday, 1 May at 15:00 CET. Athletes and interested participants are encouraged to register now to secure their place. While primarily designed for athletes – covering key topics such as social media strategy, personal branding, and handling interviews
- [Champions League Men: Olympiacos take one step closer to Final 4, while CNAB book ticket to Malta](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-olympiacos-take-one-step-closer-to-final-4-while-cnab-book-ticket-to-malta/): Barceloneta became the first team to secure their spot in the Final 4 as they demolished Brescia to keep their perfect record in the Champions League Quarter Final Stage. Earlier, Olympiacos took a huge step towards Malta as they downed Novi Beograd in a tremendous 31-goal battle. 2025/26 Champions League MenQuarterfinals Stage, Day 4Wednesday 22
- [Champions League Men: FTC gain revenge against Recco, as Hannover edge Mladost to get off the mark](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-ftc-gain-revenge-against-recco-as-hannover-edge-mladost-to-get-off-the-mark/): FTC-Telekom came up big to beat Pro Recco in a 30-goal epic, taking revenge for their tough home loss on Day 1 in the Champions League Quarter Final Stage. Waspo 98 Hannover also managed to upset Mladost in a thriller to gain their first points in the group, a result which also ruined the Croats’
- [Loughborough University research in collaboration with European Aquatics project highlights unique challenge of protecting open water swimmers](https://europeanaquatics.org/loughborough-university-research-project-highlights-unique-challenge-of-protecting-open-water-swimmers-from-effects-of-extreme-temperatures/): The urgent issue of open water swimmers suffering from hypothermia (the body being too cold) or hyperthermia (the body being too hot) has been addressed in a research project at Loughborough University in partnership with the European Aquatics through the medical committee. Data gained at EA competitions between 2023 and 2025 has shown that athletes
- [Bouma represents European Aquatics at high-level SIGA Europe debates on the future of sport](https://europeanaquatics.org/bouma-represents-european-aquatics-at-high-level-siga-europe-debates-on-the-future-of-sport/): Andida Bouma, Treasurer of European Aquatics, recently took part in a high-level gathering of sports leaders, policymakers and governance experts at the SIGA Europe Cycle of Debates on the Future of Sport in Europe, held in Lisbon on 14 April. The event was hosted by PwC Portugal at the Palacio Sotto Mayor, and brought together
- [Champions League Men: Olympiacos and Novi Beograd set to clash in high-stakes game](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-olympiacos-and-novi-beograd-set-to-clash-in-a-high-stakes-game/): Though the grand duel of 11-time winners Pro Recco and title-holders FTC is also scheduled for Day 4 in the Champions League Quarterfinal Stage, the match with the highest stakes is arguably the battle between Olympiacos and Novi Beograd. Here, the losing team will fall behind almost irreversibly in the race for the Final Four.
- [Masters swimmers make waves in Protaras as inaugural European Aquatics Masters Open Water Swimming Tour gets underway](https://europeanaquatics.org/masters-swimmers-make-waves-in-protaras-as-inaugural-european-aquatics-masters-open-water-swimming-tour-gets-underway/): Europe's best masters open water swimmers closed out a dramatic weekend in Protaras in style, with a full programme of age-group racing going ahead following a spate of difficult conditions that forced the cancellation of the elite race the previous day. The Special Olympics 800m race had to be moved to the pool on the
- [European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026 – Protaras Leg Cancelled Due to Adverse Conditions](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-2026-protaras-leg-cancelled-due-to-adverse-conditions/): The opening leg of the 2026 European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup, scheduled to take place this morning in Protaras, has been officially cancelled following a thorough on-site assessment and consultation with team representatives. Following an initial evaluation, officials from the local organising committee explored multiple options to safely proceed with the competition. However, conditions
- [Protaras ready for European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026 curtain-raiser](https://europeanaquatics.org/protaras-ready-for-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-2026-curtain-raiser/): The opening leg of the European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2026 gets underway in Protaras on 18 April, opening a new season that is expected to be defined by rising stars and huge moments, with this being no exception. The Cypriot town will play host to the first of four show-stopping events throughout the
- [Early Bird registration fee for Dublin’s Athlete Welfare in Sport Conference 2026 still available until April 17](https://europeanaquatics.org/early-bird-registration-fee-for-dublins-athlete-welfare-in-sport-conference-2026-still-available-until-april-17/): A reduced Early Bird registration fee for the Athlete Welfare in Sport Conference 2026 -“Protecting our Athletes” in Dublin on May 8 is still available until April 17. The Early Bird price-per-person of €50 switches on April 18 to a price of €75 ahead of the registration deadline of April 30. Participants are invited to
- [Champions League Women: FTC sink local rivals UVSE to place one foot in second successive Final Four](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-ftc-sink-local-rivals-uvse-to-place-one-foot-in-second-successive-final-four/): Though three Spanish greats played at home in the first-leg of the Champions League Women quarterfinals, only Mataro managed to gain an advantage, against Roma. Title-holders St Andreu had to come back from five-goals down to force a tie with Vouliagmeni while seven-time champions Sabadell were thrashed by the other Greek team, Olympiacos, whose five-goal
- [Spain secure World Cup Division I title as European water polo giants sweep all seven tickets to Sydney’s finals](https://europeanaquatics.org/spain-secure-world-cup-division-i-title-as-european-water-polo-giants-sweep-all-seven-tickets-to-sydneys-finals/): All seven available spots were booked by the European powerhouses – with the 8th going to Australia, by default, as the hosts of the men’s World Cup Finals, scheduled for July in Sydney. Spain topped the Division One tournament, ahead of Italy, Greece, Hungary and Croatia, while Montenegro and Georgia joined them as the highest
- [Liebmann sets European 800m freestyle record and Sjostrom is back with silver at Malmsten Swim Open](https://europeanaquatics.org/sjostrom-earns-silver-in-impressive-competitive-return-at-malmsten-swim-open-and-shortt-shines-at-irish-open/): Germany’s 19-year-old Johannes Liebmann lowered the men’s European 800m freestyle record to 7:37.94 at the Malmsten Swim Open Stockholm, where home idol Sarah Sjostrom marked her return to action with 50m freestyle silver. Liebmann took more than 12 seconds off his personal best to eclipse the time of 7:38.12 set by fellow German Sven Schwarz
- [Sjostrom set for racing return at Malmsten Swim Open Stockholm as she targets EA Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/sjostrom-set-for-racing-return-at-malmsten-swim-open-stockholm-as-she-targets-ea-championships/): Sarah Sjostrom will have the European Aquatics Championships in mind tomorrow as she returns to competition for the first time since winning Paris 2024 gold in the 50m and 100m freestyle. The 32-year-old Swede - who gave birth to son Adrian seven months ago - will race in the 50m freestyle at the Malmsten Swim
- [Champions League Women: Epic Sabadell and Olympiacos showdown awaits as quarterfinals begin](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-epic-sabadell-and-olympiacos-showdown-awaits-as-quarterfinals-begin/): The women's Champions League enters its most cruel phase, the quarterfinals where two legs decide which four teams can go for the trophy, while for the others the journey will end abruptly. The absolute highlight is the clash of seven-time winners Sabadell and Greek giants, 3-time champions Olympiacos – while they have been regular participants
- [Sustainability measures announced for European Aquatics open water events in Protaras](https://europeanaquatics.org/sustainability-measures-announced-for-european-aquatics-open-water-events-in-protaras/): European Aquatics has today announced a clear and practical set of sustainability measures for the opening leg of the 2026 European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup and Masters Tour, which will take place on protaras, Cyprus on 18 and 19 April respectively. The approach aims reduce the event’s environmental impact, support the local community, encourage
- [Euro Cup Women: Trieste, BVSC, Catalunya and CNAB ready to battle for a place in the final](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-trieste-bvsc-catalunya-and-cnab-ready-to-battle-for-a-place-in-the-final/): After 11 rounds of pulsating water polo action, 13 teams have been eliminated and four remain as the hunt for the women's Euro Cup title reaches the semifinal stage. An all-Spanish final is a possibility as EPlus CN Catalunya and European newcomers Zodiac CNAB were kept apart in the draw, but standing in their way
- [Competition dates confirmed for 2026 Water Polo events and Artistic Swimming Youth championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/competition-dates-confirmed-for-2026-water-polo-events-and-artistic-swimming-youth-championships/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce the following dates for 2026 championships in Youth Artistic Swimming and Water Polo. For the U20 Water Polo men, divisions will be finalised depending on the number of entered teams. The European Aquatics Championships takes place at the Olympic Aquatic Centre Greater Paris Metropolis in Paris St Denis, France
- [European Aquatics Masters Open Water Swimming Tour 2026 Leg 2: bulletin now available and registration open on 20 April](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-masters-open-water-swimming-tour-2026-leg-2-bulletin-now-available-and-registration-open-on-20-april/): European Aquatics has published the official bulletin for the second leg of the 2026 Masters Open Water Swimming Tour, set to take place on 24 July 2026 in Sukoro, Hungary, with registration opening on 20 April. Organised by the Hungarian Swimming Federation, the second stage of the new three-leg Tour will unfold on the shores
- [Champions League Men: Highlights show and five talking points from day 2 & 3 of Quarterfinal Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-highlights-show-and-five-talking-points-from-day-2-3-of-quarterfinal-stage/): 1. Barceloneta were arguably the biggest winners in the third round of the Champions League Quarterfinal Stage. Apart from blowing away arch-rivals Olympiacos at home, Brescia’s win over Novi Beograd set up the best possible scenario for the Spaniards. While they landed their third straight win, the other three teams all stand with three points,
- [Flemish water familiarisation approach recognised as a European best practice](https://europeanaquatics.org/flemish-water-familiarisation-approach-recognised-as-a-european-best-practice/): Flemish Swimming Federation (Zwemfed) and European Aquatics have announced a collaboration to support families across Europe in water familiarisation and early swimming education. Zwemfed’s booklet, “Making a splash towards water fun!”, will be translated and distributed by European Aquatics to national swimming federations, recognising the Flemish approach as a European best practice. The booklet is part
- [EAA to follow up successful Athlete Media Training with two more sessions in May and October](https://europeanaquatics.org/eaa-to-follow-up-successful-athlete-media-training-with-two-more-sessions-in-may-and-october/): European Aquatics will host two sessions of Athlete Media Training this year, with the first set for 15.00 CEST on May 1 and the second at 15.00 CET on October 28. These sessions, which will be accessible via the European Aquatics Academy education platform, will follow the successful pilot Media Webinar for Athletes last February
- [Germany’s Bleyer and Italy’s Ruggiero and Pelati golden at WA Artistic Swimming World Cup in Paris](https://europeanaquatics.org/germanys-bleyer-and-italys-ruggiero-and-pelati-golden-at-wa-artistic-swimming-world-cup-in-paris/): Germany’s 21-year-old Klara Bleyer and Italy’s pairing of Lucrezia Ruggiero and Filippo Pelati secured impressive wins at the second leg of the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup in Paris. Bleyer, who had earned silver in the women’s solo technical event behind Vasilina Khandoshka of Neutral Athletes A, reversed that result in the women’s solo
- [Champions League Men: FTC and Recco victories take favourites step closer to Final Four](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-ftc-and-recco-victories-take-favourites-step-closer-to-final-four/): Title-holders FTC Telekom Waterpolo showed great strength and character in Zagreb on Day 3 of the Champions League Quarterfinals Stage, as they defeated HAVK Mladost to secure a crucial away win and end the Croats’ six-match unbeaten home run. Pro Recco maintained their perfect record in the competition so far this season, overcoming first-half defensive
- [Joint Integrity review underway into alleged betting irregularities at Belgrade European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/joint-integrity-review-underway-into-alleged-betting-irregularities-at-belgrade-european-water-polo-championships/): Allegations of irregular betting activities during the European Water Polo Championships held in Belgrade in January are currently under review. European Aquatics wishes to underline that it treats all matters related to integrity in sport with the utmost seriousness. For reasons of transparency and to safeguard the reputation of water polo, the Integrity Units of
- [Website and branding unveiled for European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships Luxembourg 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/website-and-branding-unveiled-for-european-aquatics-youth-artistic-swimming-championships-luxembourg-2026/): The branding and official website for the European Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships Luxembourg 2026 have been unveiled, offering a first look at the event as preparations continue for the competition. Taking place in Luxembourg City from 4–7 June 2026, the Championships will bring together Europe’s leading young artistic swimmers. The newly released visual identity
- [Champions League Men: CNAB sink Olympiacos to move six points clear of chasing pack](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-cnab-sink-olympiacos-to-move-six-points-clear-of-chasing-pack/): Barceloneta claimed a sound home win against arch-rivals Olympiacos on Day 3 of the Champions League Quarterfinal Stage. Scoring 20 against the Greek giants is a tremendous feat, and it came with an added bonus – with Brescia stunning Novi Beograd in the other game, the Spaniards are already six points clear after three rounds
- [European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup leg in Munich cancelled](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-leg-in-munich-cancelled/): The second leg of the European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup, due to have been held on August 22 in Munich, has been cancelled due to challenges within the competitive calendar. Munich is staging the EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships from June 30 to July 4, and the EA Junior Swimming Championships from July 7
- [Champions League Men: FTC aiming to end Mladost’s unbeaten home record on Day 3 of quarterfinal stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-ftc-aiming-to-end-mladosts-unbeaten-home-record-on-day-3-of-quarterfinal-stage/): The clash of the two giants, Barceloneta and Olympiacos is one of the highlights of Day 3 in the Champions League Quarterfinal Stage, while FTC’s visit to Zagreb also offers something big, as Mladost are yet to lose a game at home, while the title-holders are yet to lose one away. 2025/26 Champions League MenQuarterfinals
- [Conference Cup Women: Tenerife and Panionios secure semifinal tickets on opening day of Final 8](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-tenerife-and-panionios-secure-semifinal-tickets-on-opening-day-of-final-8/): Panionios GSS and CN Tenerife Echeyde both collected six points in Group A's double round on the opening day of the Conference Cup Women Final Eight in Athens. The victories have already secured the Greeks and Spaniards a place in the semi-finals. In Group B, a single round was played, with Smile Cosenza Pallanuoto and
- [Conference Cup Women: Sant Feliu silence hosts to set up gold medal clash with Cosenza](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-sant-feliu-silence-hosts-to-set-up-gold-medal-clash-with-cosenza/): Sant Feliu ruined hosts Panionios’ party with a dramatic win in the first semifinal of the Conference Cup Women Final Eight in Athens. The Greeks fought back from five goals down, but a late penalty miss prevented them from saving the game to a shootout. For a while in the second semi, an all-Spanish final
- [Conference Cup Women: Cosenza crowned champions after holding off Sant Feliu’s late surge in thrilling final](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-cosenza-crowned-champions-after-holding-off-sant-felius-late-surge-in-thrilling-final/): Cosenza is all smiles tonight, as the city’s rising water polo side, Smile Cosenza Pallanuoto, became the first team to lift the trophy in the newly launched Conference Cup Women. The Italians sailed through the finals with a perfect record, though Sant Feliu mounted a spirited comeback from six goals down, ultimately missing their final
- [European Aquatics workshop sharpens focus on 2026 priorities](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-workshop-sharpens-focus-on-2026-priorities/): European Aquatics brought together its staff and leadership team in Antalya on 26 March aimed at updating progress and refining objectives of the organisation’s 2026 Activity Plan. Held in a collaborative setting at the Gloria Arena, the session provided an opportunity to review progress, align priorities, and generate new ideas to strengthen delivery across all
- [European Aquatics Bureau meets in Antalya for key discussions and planning of 2026 activities](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-bureau-meets-in-antalya-for-key-discussions-and-planning-of-2026-activities/): European Aquatics (EA) has held its first in-person Bureau meeting of 2026 at the Gloria Arena in Antalya, Türkiye. Bureau members were able to analyse progress, set priorities, and prepare for a pivotal periodof competitions, innovation and development across aquatic sports. The Bureau expressed its sincere gratitude to Erkan Yalcin and Gloria Arena General Manager
- [Euro Cup Women: BVSC, Catalunya, Trieste and CNAB pass quarterfinal tests to reach last four](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-bvsc-catalunya-trieste-and-cnab-pass-quarterfinal-tests-to-reach-last-four/): The runners-up from the past two seasons, Pallanuoto Trieste, survived an early scare against Ethnikos OFPF to book their place in the semifinals of the women's Euro Cup on Saturday. Elsewhere, EPlus CN Catalunya were also celebrating after edging past ANC Glyfada iRepair, Zodiac CNAB produced a late surge to sink Polar Bears, and BVSC
- [Euro Cup Men: Jadran survive Panathinaikos scare to join BVSC, Marseille and Radnicki in semifinals](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-jadran-survive-panathinaikos-scare-to-join-bvsc-marseille-and-radnicki-in-semifinals/): VK Jadran Split had their captain Zvonimir Butic to thank once again, as his two late goals ended Panathinaikos' fierce resistance and secured their place in the semifinals of the men's Euro Cup on Saturday. The Greeks were ahead for most of the thrilling second leg, but Butic's strikes were just enough to get the
- [Wellbrock maintains gold standard as Europeans gleam in opening WA Open Water Swimming World Cup at Somabay](https://europeanaquatics.org/wellbrock-maintains-gold-standard-as-europeans-gleam-in-opening-wa-open-water-swimming-world-cup-at-somabay/): Florian Wellbrock maintained his tip-top status at the opening World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup of the season at Somabay in Egypt. The 28-year-old German, who left last year’s World Aquatics Championships in Singapore with four gold medals, secured victory in the men’s 10km. Global form was also maintained in the women’s 10km, which
- [Euro Cup Men: Race for the last four resumes](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-race-for-the-last-four-resumes/): With the second legs of the Euro Cup Men quarterfinals set to get underway this weekend, several of the players and coaches shared their thoughts ahead of Saturday's decisive clashes. 2025/26 Euro Cup MenQuarterfinals, Second-LegsSaturday 28 March(Local times shown & 1st-leg scores) 20:00: SPD Radnicki (SRB) - VPK Primorac Kotor (MNE) (14-10)12:00: CN Sabadell (ESP)
- [Euro Cup Women: Stage is set for decisive quarterfinal second legs](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-stage-is-set-for-decisive-quarterfinal-second-legs/): All four second legs of the women's Euro Cup quarterfinals remain finely poised. No team managed to build a lead of more than two goals in the first legs, and Saturday's decisive clashes promise plenty of tension and drama. After losing 9-11 at home to BVSC Manna ABC, Antenore Plebiscito Padova face the toughest task
- [Conference Cup Women: Sant Feliu and Cosenza join Panionios and Tenerife in semifinals](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-sant-feliu-and-cosenza-join-panionios-and-tenerife-in-semifinals/): Smile Cosenza and Sant Feliu joined Panionios and Tenerife to set up intriguing semifinal clashes at the Conference Cup Women Final Eight in Athens. All four teams delivered convincing performances in the decisive matches. Saturday's last four fixtures will see Panionios take on Sant Feliu, and Cosenza face Tenerife. 2025/26 Conference Cup WomenFinal 8, Day
- [Champions League Men: Title-holders FTC off the mark with big win in Hannover](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-title-holders-ftc-off-the-mark-with-big-win-in-hannover/): Title-holders FTC produced the perfect response to their opening-day defeat to Pro Recco, cruising to a comprehensive away win over Waspo 98 Hannover. Elsewhere, Pro Recco’s strong start put them in control against HAVK Mladost and, although the Croatians fought back in the second half, they never came close to troubling the Italians, who maintained
- [Euro Cup Women: CNAB, Trieste and BVSC earn narrow first-leg victories as quarterfinals get underway](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-cnab-trieste-and-bvsc-earn-narrow-first-leg-victories-as-quarterfinals-get-underway/): All four quarterfinal ties in the women’s Euro Cup remain finely poised, as no teams were able to establish a decisive first-leg scoreline. The largest winning margin came in Italy, where BVSC Manna ABC secured a two-goal victory against Antenore Plebiscito Padova and will now look to finish the job in Budapest. Elsewhere, runners-up from
- [Champions League Women: Olympiacos handed Sabadell challenge after quarterfinal draw](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-olympiacos-handed-sabadell-challenge-after-quarterfinal-draw/): Only one of the two the most successful clubs in Europe, seven-time winners Sabadell and three-time champions Olympiacos, will make the Final Four as the two sides were drawn against each other in the Champions League Women Quarterfinals. 2025/26 Champions League Women Quarterfinal draw(Leg 1: 11 April & Leg 2: 16 May) CN Sabadell (ESP)
- [Great Grousset spearheads European efforts at Paris’ Giant Open](https://europeanaquatics.org/great-grousset-spearheads-european-efforts-at-paris-giant-open/): France's Maxime Grousset headlines European efforts in a blockbuster weekend of swimming across the globe. The 26-year-old took three gold medals at the Giant Open in Paris - the same venue which will host the discipline at the European Aquatics Championships 2026 this August. The Frenchman opened with a solid performance in the newly-named Olympic
- [Champions League Men: CNAB and Olympiacos roar to victory on day 2 of quarterfinal stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-cnab-and-olympiacos-roar-to-victory-on-day-2-of-quarterfinal-stage/): The favourites delivered emphatic home wins on Day 2 in Group A of the Champions League Quarterfinal Stage. Olympiacos’ third decisive surge, this time in the fourth period, finally downed Brescia, who fought hard, but ran out of steam at the end. Barceloneta also won by three, though it was a different story against Novi
- [Challenger Cup Women: Goztepe crowned champions after outclassing Jadran Split in final](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-goztepe-crowned-champions-after-outclassing-jadran-split-in-final/): There were jubilant scenes in Malta as Goztepe Sport Klub won the Challenger Cup after totally overpowering VK Jadran Split in Sunday's final. Goztepe's victory ensures the trophy is heading back to Türkiye after Izmir's wins in 2024 and 2025. Earlier, SSV Esslingen got over the heartbreak of their semifinal loss to Jadran by edging
- [Champions League Men: CNAB’s clash with NBG headlines round two of quarterfinal stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-cnabs-clash-with-nbg-headlines-round-two-of-quarterfinal-stage/): Both groups feature the same fixtures – the first-round winners face off in one game and the two losers in the other. The highlight is definitely the rematch of last season’s semifinal between Barceloneta and Novi Beograd on Tuesday. 2025/26 Champions League MenQuarterfinals Stage, Day 2(Local times shown) Group A (Tuesday 24 March) 19.30: Olympiacos
- [Information bulletin now available for Athlete Welfare in Sport Conference in Dublin on May 8](https://europeanaquatics.org/information-bulletin-now-available-for-athlete-welfare-in-sport-conference-in-dublin-on-may-8/): The information bulletin is now available for the Athlete Welfare in Sport Conference “Protecting our Athletes”, which will take place on May 8 in the Irish capital of Dublin. This prestigious event at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dublin Airport, is part of EA’s Aquatics Social Responsibility (ASR) initiative, offering a packed schedule of expert-led sessions
- [Champions League Women: Quarterfinal and semifinal draw – live streaming details](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-quarterfinal-and-semifinal-draw-live-streaming-details/): Following the conclusion of the Champions League Women Group Stage, the TWPC has defined the draw procedure for the Quarterfinals, based on the official Competition Regulations.The draw will take place on Monday, March 23rd 2026, starting at 10:00CET, and can be watched live online at the link below or on the European Aquatics YouTube site.
- [Conference Cup Men: Apollon Smyrnis sink Mataro to book last remaining Final Four ticket](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-apollon-smyrnis-sink-mataro-to-book-last-remaining-final-four-ticket/): Apollon Smyrnis joined fellow Greek side Panionios, along with Honved and De Akker Team, in the Challenger Cup Men’s Final Four after beating Mataro convincingly in the decisive match on the last day of the Quarterfinal Stage. Honved and De Akker finished top of their respective groups. 2025/26 Conference Cup MenQuarterfinals, Day 3Sunday 22 March
- [Conference Cup Men: Panionios, Honved and De Akker book tickets to Final Four with day to spare](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-panionios-honved-and-de-akker-book-tickets-to-final-four-with-a-day-to-spare/): Panionios, Honved and De Akker all qualified for the Challenger Cup Men Final Four after dramatic wins on the second day of the Quarterfinal Group Stage. Apollon and Mataro will clash for the last F4 spot on Sunday. 2025/26 Conference Cup MenQuarterfinals, Day 2Saturday 21 March Group ACN Posillipo Napoli (ITA) 12-13 Panionios GSS (GRE)Tenerife
- [Champions League Women: Olympiacos and UVSE complete quarterfinal line-up as Group Stage concludes](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-olympiacos-and-uvse-complete-quarterfinal-line-up-as-group-stage-concludes/): Olympiacos and UVSE booked the final two quarterfinal berths in Group A as expected, while FTC secured top spot in Group C on the last day of the Champions League Women group stage. SIS Roma’s late surge caused some concern for title-holders St Andreu, but they managed to maintain their perfect record, just like fellow
- [Challenger Cup Women: Jadran Split and Goztepe to clash for gold after semifinal success](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-jadran-split-and-goztepe-to-clash-for-gold-after-semifinal-success/): VK Jadran Split were the first team to book their place in Sunday’s Challenger Cup Women final after edging a fierce battle with SSV Esslingen in Saturday’s opening semi. The Croatians looked to be cruising towards the gold medal game shortly before half-time, holding a commanding 2-10 lead, but the Germans produced a stunning turnaround
- [Event websites unveiled for 2026 European Aquatics junior events](https://europeanaquatics.org/event-websites-unveiled-for-2026-european-aquatics-junior-events/): European Aquatics has launched a set of dedicated mini websites for its 2026 junior championships, making it easier to find everything you need ahead of a busy summer of competition. The new platforms bring together key information for each event in one place – from schedules and venues to competition formats and practical details for
- [Conference Cup Men: De Akker, Honved, Panionios and Apollon earn vital wins on opening day of quarterfinals](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-de-akker-honved-panionios-and-apollon-earn-vital-wins-on-opening-day-of-quarterfinals/): Hosts Panionios and Apollon kicked off their respective campaigns with big wins on Day 1 in the quarterfinal stage of the Conference Cup Men. Meanwhile, Honved pulled off a crucial win against Posillipo, while De Akker edged out Tenerife – both were 27-goal thrillers. 2025/26 Conference Cup MenQuarterfinalsFriday 20 March Group ACN Posillipo (ITA) 12-15
- [Champions League Women: Quarterfinal line-up to be decided as Group Stage set for dramatic conclusion](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-quarterfinal-line-up-to-be-decided-as-group-stage-set-for-dramatic-conclusion/): Six quarter-final spots have already been booked, but two more are up for grabs, and the top spot is also yet to be determined on the last day of the women’s Champions League Group Stage, which will feature eight more outstanding matches across Europe. 2025/26 Champions League WomenGroup Stage, Day 6Saturday 21 March 2026(Local times
- [Euro Cup Men: BVSC, Radnicki and Marseille open up substantial first-leg leads in quarterfinals](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-bvsc-radnicki-and-marseille-open-up-substantial-first-leg-leads-in-quarterfinals/): BVSC Manna ABC, CN Marseille and SPD Radnicki all made flying starts to their Euro Cup quarterfinal ties, as each of them won by four or more goals on Wednesday night. The Hungarians claimed the biggest winning margin, beating CSM Oradea by six in Budapest, while Marseille edged closer to revenge against Sabadell after establishing
- [Barcelona confirmed as third host of Special Olympics events within 2026 EA Open Water Swimming programme](https://europeanaquatics.org/barcelona-confirmed-as-third-host-of-special-olympics-events-within-2026-ea-open-water-swimming-programme/): Barcelona, which piloted the inclusion of Special Olympics competition in the fourth leg of last season’s European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup, will enable a similar joint initiative when it stages the concluding leg of his year’s series on October 3. European Aquatics can confirm that the Catalan capital will offer the third competitive open
- [Grousset, Steenbergen and Peaty set for Giant Open at Paris Aquatics Centre](https://europeanaquatics.org/grousset-steenbergen-and-peaty-set-for-giant-open-at-paris-aquatics-centre/): A wealth of European swimming talent will gather in the French capital this weekend to take part in the 2026 Giant Open at the Olympic Aquatics Centre that was built for the Paris 2024 Games – and which will host this summer’s European Aquatics Championships. Many of the 200 French and international athletes involved in
- [Euro Cup Men: Marseille looking for revenge against Sabadell as quarterfinals begin](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-marseille-looking-for-revenge-against-sabadell-as-quarterfinals-begin/): As the men’s Euro Cup quarterfinals get underway this week, four huge clashes await. Panathinaikos AC and BVSC Manna ABC are the only survivors from the Euro Cup Group Stage and both face tough tasks this week against VK Jadran Split and CSM Oradea respectively. Elsewhere, CN Marseille are aiming for revenge against CN Sabadell
- [European Aquatics and X-Bionic®️ Sphere sign strategic cooperation agreement](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-and-x-bionic️-sphere-sign-strategic-cooperation-agreement/): European Aquatics and X-Bionic®️ Sphere signed a strategic cooperation agreement on the 17 March, establishing a framework for collaboration to support the development of aquatic sports across Europe. The partnership combines European Aquatics’ leadership and governance in aquatic sport with the integrated sports infrastructure and operational expertise of X-Bionic®️ Sphere. The agreement will support cooperation
- [Peaty looks to Paris after victory in long course return at Edinburgh International](https://europeanaquatics.org/peaty-looks-to-paris-after-victory-in-long-course-return-at-edinburgh-international/): Adam Peaty marked his long-awaited return to long course competition with victory on the third and final day of the Edinburgh International - and is now setting his sights on next weekend’s Giant Open in Paris. Britain’s 31-year-old triple Olympic champion, who last raced in a 50m pool at the Paris 2024 Games, won the
- [Challenger Cup Men: Galatasaray crowned champions in Istanbul after downing Zaibas in thrilling final](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-galatasaray-crowned-champions-in-istanbul-after-downing-zaibas-in-thrilling-final/): Galatasaray SK were celebrating in front of their passionate fans in Istanbul on Sunday after beating EVK Zaibas in the men’s Challenger Cup final. It was a close and entertaining contest, but the Turks were more clinical in the latter stages, which ultimately secured them the trophy they also lifted in 2024. For the Lithuanians,
- [Challenger Cup Men: Zaibas and Galatasaray reach first European club final of season](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-zaibas-and-galatasaray-reach-first-european-club-final-of-season/): Zaibas advanced to the Challenger Cup Men final for the second consecutive season, while Galatasaray will compete for the trophy again after their triumph in 2024. The Lithuanians edged past Sliema in a thrilling semifinal that went to a penalty shootout, while the hosts enjoyed a far more comfortable evening in the other last-four clash
- [Euro Cup Men: BVSC stun Vasas in Hungarian derby as all quarter-final tickets secured](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-bvsc-stun-vasas-in-hungarian-derby-as-seven-of-eight-quarter-final-tickets-secured/): BVSC Manna ABC produced a spectacular performance to turn around their tie with domestic rivals Vasas Plaket, while Panathinaikos AC were the only other team to eliminate a side that had dropped down from the Champions League. The Greeks edged past Jadran m:tel Herceg Novi on penalties to advance after a thrilling second leg in
- [Challenger Cup Men: Zaibas, Enka, Galatasaray and Sliema surge into semifinals](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-zaibas-enka-galatasaray-and-sliema-surge-into-semifinals/): Galatasaray SK and EVK Zaibas emerged as the big winners on the second day of the men’s Challenger Cup Final Eight, both securing two victories to finish top of their respective groups and book their places in Saturday’s semi-finals with perfect records so far in Istanbul. They will be joined in the last four by
- [2026 in prospect: artistic swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-in-prospect-artistic-swimming/): Building on the momentum of a landmark 2025, Europe’s artistic swimmers enter the 2026 season with confidence, depth and growing global influence across both the men’s and women’s disciplines. The past year delivered breakthrough performances, historic medals and the emergence of new stars, and the coming season now provides the stage for those athletes to
- [Euro Cup Women: Last eight teams ready to battle as quarterfinals begin](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-last-eight-teams-ready-to-battle-as-quarterfinals-begin/): The race for Euro Cup glory resumes this weekend as the quarterfinals kick off across the continent. Pallanuoto Trieste, runners-up in each of the past two seasons, face a tricky away test against Ethnikos OFPF, while 2024 champions Antenore Plebiscito Padova host BVSC Manna ABC. Elsewhere, last year’s semi-finalists ANC Glyfada iRepair welcome EPlus CN
- [Challenger Cup Men: Favourites start Final Eight with big wins in Istanbul](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-favourites-start-final-eight-with-big-wins-in-istanbul/): Three lop-sided contests, won by the favourites ENKA Sport Klub, EVK Zaibas and hosts Galatasaray SK, and an extremely tough and thrilling battle kicked off the opening day of the Challenger Cup Men Final Eight in Istanbul. The two Maltese sides, Sliema ASC Nexawin and San Giljan ASC, produced all the excitement in the first
- [2026 in prospect: diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-in-prospect-diving/): This summer’s European Aquatics Championships in Paris provide the main focus of the season for athletes within the continent - not least for the respective EA male and female divers of 2025, Oleksii Sereda of Ukraine and Italy’s Chiara Pellacani. Both excelled at last year’s World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, where Sereda, then 19, earned
- [Champions League Men: Highlights show and five talking points from day 1 of Quarter Final Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-highlights-show-and-five-talking-points-from-day-1-of-quarter-final-stage/): 1. Recco successfully maintained their perfect record in the Champions League this season, as they are now 7/7 after passing the toughest test possible – an away game in the home of title-holders Ferencvaros. They did it with flying colours, a four-goal win is a huge feat – Fradi had only three defeats in the
- [Euro Cup Men: Quarter-final draw sets up huge Marseille versus Sabadell rematch](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-quarter-final-draw-sets-up-huge-marseille-versus-sabadell-rematch/): It cannot get any better than this – four extraordinary quarter-finals are in sight as Monday's Euro Cup draw set up really exciting duels, including an instant rematch of a fierce Champions League rivalry between Marseille and Sabadell. 2025/26 Euro Cup MenQuarter-finalsLeg 1: 18th March Leg 2: 28th March QF1: Primorac Kotor (MNE)/Jug Dubrovnik (CRO)
- [Challenger Cup Women: Goztepe, Esslingen, Portuense and Jadran Split to contest Final Four](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-goztepe-esslingen-portuense-and-jadran-split-to-contest-final-four/): The full line-up for the 2025/26 Challenger Cup Women Final Four was confirmed on Sunday, as SSV Esslingen, Goztepe Sport Klub and VK Jadran Split secured the wins they needed to earn a place alongside Clube Fluvial Portuense. The draw for the Final Four and 5th-12th Classification tournaments will take place on Monday 9 March
- [Conference Cup and Euro Cup water polo draws produce series of eagerly-awaited clashes](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-and-euro-cup-water-polo-draws-produce-series-of-eagerly-awaited-clashes/): Another Monday morning was filled with excitement as three European water polo club competition draws were conducted to set the pathway for the remaining eight teams in the respective competitions, the Conference Cup Men and Women and Euro Cup Women. 2025/26 Conference Cup MenQuarter Final Stage20th-22nd March(*Hosts) Group A: CN Posillipo (ITA), Endo Plus Service
- [Conference Cup Women: Final Eight participants confirmed for Monday’s highly anticipated draw](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-final-eight-participants-confirmed-for-mondays-highly-anticipated-draw/): Greek dramas were the highlights of the last day in the Conference Cup Women Qualification Round II. Panionios ousted fellow Greek side PAOK (Cosenza had already won that group), while Chania, losing their first two matches, managed to come up with a big win against Bochum to grab the second qualifying spot behind Tenerife. Another
- [European Aquatics opens applications for prestigious 2026 Water Polo Referees School](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-opens-applications-for-prestigious-2026-water-polo-referees-school/): European Aquatics has officially opened registrations for the 2026 Water Polo Referees School, organised by the European Aquatics Academy as part of its Water Polo Technical Officials certification pathway. The programme provides referees with a unique opportunity to strengthen their knowledge, gain international insight and take an important step towards officiating at European Aquatics competitions.
- [Challenger Cup Women: Portuense reach Final Four, while Esslingen, Goztepe are on their way](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-portuense-reach-final-four-while-esslingen-goztepe-are-on-their-way/): With just one round of games remaining, only one Final Four spot has been booked officially, by Portuense, though Esslingen and Goztepe are also on their way as only unlikely outcomes would prevent them from making the finals. 2025/26 Challenger Cup WomenQualification Round IISaturday 7 March Group A(Cottonera, Malta) San Giljan ASC (MLT) 9-23 Clube
- [EA marks International Women’s Day with launch of Women in European Aquatics Network – register now](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-marks-international-womens-day-with-launch-of-women-in-european-aquatics-network-register-now/): European Aquatics is marking International Women’s Day today by launching an initiative that will support and empower women interested in leadership across aquatics. Registration details for the Women in European Aquatics Network are now available, and a video has been released in which some of the most influential women currently working with European Aquatics offer
- [Challenger Cup Women: Favourites closing in on Final Four after day two of qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-favourites-closing-in-on-final-four-after-day-two-of-qualifiers/): Day 2 of Qualification Round II in the Challenger Cup Women was like the silence before the storm, with the favourites scoring big wins in all five matches played before they clash for the Final Four berth at the weekend. 2025/26 Challenger Cup WomenQualification Round IIFriday 6 March Group A(Cottonera, Malta) ZVK Crvena Zvezda (SRB)
- [Euro Cup Men: Eight Finals set for thrilling conclusion as second legs get underway](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-eight-finals-set-for-thrilling-conclusion-as-second-legs-get-underway/): As the decisive second legs of the men’s Euro Cup Eight Finals take place this weekend, European Aquatics spoke to several key players and coaches to get their views on the games ahead. 2025/26 Euro Cup MenEight Finals, Second-LegsSaturday 7 March(Local times shown, and first-leg scores) 19:00: Jadran m:tel Herceg Novi (MNE) v Panathinaikos AC
- [Women in European Aquatics Network to launch on International Women’s Day](https://europeanaquatics.org/women-in-european-aquatics-network-to-launch-on-international-womens-day/): A new means of supporting and empowering women interested in leadership across aquatics – the Women in European Aquatics Network – will be launched on International Women’s Day this Sunday (March 8). This landmark initiative - which is in line with the principles of EA’s Aquatics Social Responsibility (ASR) project - focuses on personal growth,
- [2026 in prospect: open water swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-in-prospect-open-water-swimming/): After a compelling 2025 season that reinforced Europe’s authority in open water swimming, the discipline moves into 2026 firing on all cylinders. The past year confirmed two consistent themes: in the men’s races, margins remain slim amongst Europe's elite, with a number of athletes in with a shout of continental glory in 2026; in the
- [Challenger Cup Women: VK Jadran Split among the big winners on opening day of Qualification Round II](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-vk-jadran-split-among-the-big-winners-on-opening-day-of-qualification-round-ii/): There were big wins for VK Jadran Split, San Giljan ASC, Nevsehir Belediye SK, SSV Esslingen and Goztepe Sport Klub on the opening day of the Challenger Cup Women Qualification Round II, which got underway in Izmir, Türkiye, and Cottonera, Malta, on Thursday night.2025/26 Challenger Cup WomenQualification Round II, Day 4Thursday 5 March Group A(Cottonera,
- [Champions League Men: Recco heroics sink FTC in Budapest, while Mladost down Hannover](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-recco-heroics-sink-ftc-in-budapest-while-mladost-down-hannover/): Pro Recco produced a stunning 0-5 first quarter against FTC in Budapest, which set them on their way to a historic victory in their Champions League Quarter Final Stage opener. It was the title-holders’ first regular-time defeat in an official competition since April 2024 and their first in Budapest since May 2023. Meanwhile, HAVK Mladost
- [Euro Cup Men: Vasas win Hungarian derby by three as first legs of Eight Finals get underway](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-vasas-win-hungarian-derby-by-three-as-first-legs-of-eight-finals-get-underway/): The opening legs of the men's Euro Cup Eight Finals provided plenty of drama across the continent, but just one of the teams that dropped down from the Champions League suffered a defeat, as Panathinaikos AC edged past Jadran m:tel Herceg Novi (not forgetting Jug still have to face Primorac). VK Jadran Split and SPD
- [Information bulletins now available for EA Junior Artistic Swimming and EA Junior Swimming Championships 2026 to be held in Munich](https://europeanaquatics.org/information-bulletins-now-available-for-ea-junior-artistic-swimming-and-ea-junior-swimming-championships-2026-to-be-held-in-munich/): Information bulletins are now available for the European Aquatics Junior Artistic Swimming and Junior Swimming Championships 2026, which will be held consecutively in Munich. The EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships are scheduled from June 30 to July 4 and the EA Junior Swimming Championships from July 7 to 12. Both will take place at the
- [Information bulletins out for EA Junior Diving Championships in Budapest and EA Youth Artistic Swimming Championships in Luxembourg](https://europeanaquatics.org/information-bulletins-out-for-ea-junior-diving-championships-in-budapest-and-ea-youth-artistic-swimming-championships-in-luxembourg/): Information bulletins are now available for two European Aquatics events that will take place in June - the EA Junior Diving Championships in Budapest, and the EA Youth Artistic Swimming Championships in Luxembourg. The Junior Diving Championships will be hosted from June 22 to 28 in the magnificent Duna Arena, built in 2017, which has
- [European Aquatics Confirms 2026 Special Olympics Open Water Events in Cyprus and Hungary](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-confirms-2026-special-olympics-open-water-events-in-cyprus-and-hungary/): European Aquatics will continue to strengthen its partnership with Special Olympics Europe Eurasia in 2026, with two confirmed dates on the Open Water calendar for athletes with and without intellectual disabilities. Following the announcement of a groundbreaking cooperation agreement last year, the partnership moves into its next phase, with Special Olympics Open Water events taking
- [Champions League Men: NBG and Zodiac CNAB secure victories on opening night of Quarter Final Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-nbg-and-zodiac-cnab-secure-victories-on-opening-night-of-quarter-final-stage/): A couple of two-goal wins kicked off the Quarter Final Stage of the men's Champions League on Tuesday night. While Barceloneta built a commanding four-goal lead by half-time and never looked back in Brescia, Novi Beograd and Olympiacos staged a real thriller in which the Serbs’ magnificent 3-0 run in the final five minutes secured
- [Coaches Clinics for High Performance Swimming to take place in Vienna in September 2024; heralds first action of European Aquatics Academy initiative](https://europeanaquatics.org/coaches-clinics-for-high-performance-swimming-to-take-place-in-vienna-in-september-2024-heralds-first-action-of-european-aquatics-academy-initiative/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce that Coaches Clinics for High Performance Swimming will take place in Vienna in September 2024, heralding the first action of the new Academy initiative.
- [European Aquatics unveils programme at coaches clinics in Vienna](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-unveils-programme-at-coaches-clinics-in-vienna/): European Aquatics has unveiled more details of the programme at the Coaches Clinics for High Performance Swimming in Vienna from 9-10 September 2024.
- [Britain’s Figueiredo and Evangulov to oversee coaching clinics at European Aquatics Diving Championships in Antalya](https://europeanaquatics.org/britains-figueiredo-and-evangulov-to-oversee-coaching-clinics-at-european-aquatics-diving-championships-in-antalya/): Jane Figueiredo, who has guided British divers to global and continental success over the past 12 years, will facilitate at one of two coaching clinics being staged at the European Aquatics Diving Championships starting in Antalya this week. The second clinic will be overseen by British Diving’s national performance director Alexei Evangulov. Figueiredo's coaching facilitated
- [Tbilisi hosts successful and well-attended Artistic Swimming 2025 Clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/tbilisi-hosts-successful-and-well-attended-artistic-swimming-2025-clinic/): The European Aquatics Clinics Artistic Swimming 2025 event in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi attracted a total of 165 participants from 42 countries. Credit: European Aquatics Academy Athletes, coaches and officials gathered in Tbilisi this weekend for a highly successful European Aquatics Clinics Artistic Swimming 2025 event. The clinic, which ran from October 17 to
- [European Aquatics celebrates European Gender Equality Week](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-athletics-celebrates-european-gender-equality-week/): Meanwhile all National Federations are invited to sign the DEI Statement and espouse the Aquatic Social Responsibility (ASR) goals, which align with key priorities of the European Commission. During European Gender Equality Week the European Parliament has been evaluating progress, celebrating achievements, and exploring new strategies to promote the rights of women and girls across
- [European Aquatics and EPAM launch joint corporate health programme: “Let’s Swim Together”](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-and-epam-launch-joint-corporate-health-program-lets-swim-together/): In a strategic collaboration to promote Aquatics Social Responsibility, European Aquatics and its partner EPAM Systems, Inc., a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company, are proud to announce the launch of a regional employee health and well-being initiative. Launching as a pilot programme in Hungary, the initiative aims to immerse EPAM Hungary team
- [European Aquatics President and Treasurer make visit to Belgium to discuss Aquatics Social Responsibility and development projects](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-president-and-treasurer-make-visit-to-belgium-to-discuss-aquatics-social-responsibility-and-development-projects/): President Antonio Silva, Treasurer Andida Bouma and Sílvia da Costa, responsible for the Aquatics Social Responsibility project, were guests of the Royal Belgian Swimming Federation for an intense series of meetings covering many development topics. On 17 June, the delegation visited the offices of the Belgian Swimming Federation in Antwerp for in-depth discussions were held
- [European Aquatics invites bids for 2025 Swim Safe Europe Annual Conference](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-invites-bids-for-2025-swim-safe-europe-annual-conference/): European Aquatics welcomes expressions of interest from potential hosts of the Swim Safe Europe 2025 Annual Conference which will take place on Friday 28- Saturday 29 November 2025. Between 150-300 participants are expected to take part on site. The conference is a key tool in the European Aquatics Social Responsibility aim to ensure that across
- [Certification process for Learn to Swim now open ](https://europeanaquatics.org/certification-process-for-learn-to-swim-now-open/): Following the success of the certification of LTS programmes in 2025, to be recognized during the Annual Swim Safe Europe Conference, European Aquatics is pleased to announce that the certification process for Learn to Swim programmes is now open for those who have not yet started. This initiative is part of the Swim Safe Europe
- [European Aquatics confirms details of the Swim Safe Europe Annual Conference 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-confirms-details-of-the-swim-safe-europe-annual-conference-2026/): European Aquatics has unveiled the schedule and host city for the 2026 edition of the Swim Safe Europe Annual Conference. The two-day gathering will be held in Paris, France, on 7–8 August, alongside the European Aquatics Championships. Designed as a hybrid event, the conference will welcome participants both in person and online. Subject to sufficient
- [European Aquatics and Malta strengthen strategic cooperation to advance inclusive water polo](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-and-malta-strengthen-strategic-cooperation-to-advance-inclusive-water-polo/): European Aquatics has reinforced its commitment to inclusive development in aquatic sport following a strategic coordination meeting in Malta with the Aquatic Sports Association of Malta (ASA Malta) and Waterpolo Ability Malta (WAM). The meeting brought together Antonio Silva, President of European Aquatics, Karl Izzo, President of ASA Malta, representatives of the WAM Foundation: Tim
- [Funchal 2026: Netherlands’ world-renowned performance coach Michel Verkade to lead Water Polo Coaches Clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-netherlands-world-renowned-performance-coach-michel-verkade-to-lead-water-polo-coaches-clinic/): One of the world’s most respected high-performance coaches, Michel Verkade – Performance Coach for Team NL (Dutch Olympic Committee) – will lead a prestigious Women’s Water Polo Coaches Clinic during the European Championships, focused on gym-based training adaptations in response to the new rules and the evolving demands of the game. The clinic will be
- [Keynote speakers lined up for online European Aquatics Integrity Webinar](https://europeanaquatics.org/keynote-speakers-lined-up-for-online-european-aquatics-integrity-webinar/): Three expert speakers will take part in the online European Aquatics Integrity Webinar on November 28. This session - starting at 14.00 CET - will focus on strengthening a culture of integrity across all levels of the sport, by raising awareness and sharing practical insights with National Federations and stakeholders. The event will also be
- [High-Performance Swimming Coaches Clinic in Vienna Delivers Expert Insights on Coaching, Athlete Development, and Data-Driven Training](https://europeanaquatics.org/high-performance-swimming-coaches-clinic-in-vienna-delivers-expert-insights-on-coaching-athlete-development-and-data-driven-training/): The High-Performance Swimming Coaches Clinic took place in Vienna, Austria, on the 9th and 10th of September, beginning with a dynamic opening where the OSV President warmly welcomed attendees, distinguished speakers, and representatives from European Aquatics. This event, designed to provide top-tier professional development for swimming coaches, opened with a keynote address from the European
- [Swim Safe Europe: A New Era for European Aquatics’ Learn to Swim Programme](https://europeanaquatics.org/swim-safe-europe-a-new-era-for-european-aquatics-learn-to-swim-programme/): European Aquatics is proud to unveil Swim Safe Europe, the newly rebranded Learn to Swim initiative aimed at transforming water safety education across the continent. This initiative marks a pivotal moment in European Aquatics’ mission to make aquatics accessible and to ensure that communities everywhere have the resources needed to develop water competence skills. Designed
- [Swim Safe Europe video showcases new era for European Aquatics](https://europeanaquatics.org/swim-safe-europe-video-showcases-new-era-for-european-aquatics/): European Aquatics is proud to unveil the video for Swim Safe Europe, the newly rebranded Learn to Swim initiative aimed at transforming water safety education across the continent. The video provides context as to the change that reflects our commitment to enhancing water competence and safety for communities everywhere. The rebranding to Swim Safe Europe
- [European Aquatics Announces Accreditation for Sport Science & High-Performance Centres and Training Centres](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-announces-accreditation-for-sport-science-high-performance-centres-and-training-centres/): European Aquatics is proud to launch the accreditation of Sport Science & High-Performance Centres and Training Centres, designed to strengthen the support systems available to athletes in all aquatic disciplines, including swimming, water polo, diving, high diving, artistic swimming, and open water. This initiative marks a significant step forward in improving the training environments and
- [Landmark for European Aquatics Academy as dedicated platform opens with staging of open water swimming clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/landmark-for-european-aquatics-academy-as-dedicated-platform-opens-with-staging-of-open-water-swimming-clinic/): A major ambition within European Aquatics has come to fruition today with the launch of a dedicated website for the European Aquatics Academy. The site - at http://eaacademy.eu - became operative from 15.00 CET and is staging its first event on the new platform from today until Sunday – an open water swimming clinic for
- [EA Academy educational programme for athletes “kicks off” with popular first Media Webinar](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-academy-educational-programme-for-athletes-kicks-off-with-popular-first-media-webinar/): The first European Aquatics Media Webinar for Athletes took place on the EA Academy’s site yesterday (February 5), offering the 192 attendees advice and expertise in every aspect of communication. Introduced by the EA President Antonio Silva, the 90-minute session covered media interactions in all sectors, including interviews with TV and radio, press conferences before
- [European Aquatics President Silva hails “monumental” launch of Academy’s Digital Education Platform](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-academy-hosts-momentous-online-clinic/): Antonio Silva, President of European Aquatics, has hailed the "monumental" achievement represented by the launch of the European Aquatics Academy's dedicated site - the Digital Education Platform - which this weekend hosted its first clinic. Speaking at the launch of the three-day online Open Water Swimming clinic for judges and officials, President Silva underscored the
- [Blume, Garcia and Beck offer key insights on post-career options during EA Academy’s first Media Webinar for Athletes](https://europeanaquatics.org/blume-garcia-and-beck-offer-key-insights-on-post-career-options-during-ea-academys-first-media-webinar-for-athletes/): Three outstanding female swimmers reflected on how best to find a new direction after retirement as part of the first European Aquatics Media Webinar for Athletes which took place on the EA Academy’s Educational Platform on February 5. EA Bureau member Pernille Blume, who retired in 2022 having won Olympic 50m freestyle gold for Denmark
- [EA President Silva invites applications for ground-breaking Research, Development and Innovation grants within aquatic sports](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-president-silva-invites-applications-for-ground-breaking-research-development-and-innovation-grants-within-aquatic-sports/): European Aquatics President Antonio Silva has flagged up a new scheme to finance key developments in the sport as part of the EA Strategic Plan & Action Plan 2024-2030. Starting today, the European Aquatics Academy is seeking applications for Research, Development and Innovation grants aimed at supporting projects that will have an impact upon European
- [Warsaw hosts successful European Aquatics swimming clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/warsaw-hosts-successful-european-aquatics-swimming-clinic/): The European Aquatics Swimming Officials Clinic, held from February 21 to 23 in Warsaw, Poland, proved to be a resounding success, bringing together a total of 242 participants both in-person and online. With 66 participants attending on-site in Warsaw and an additional 176 joining via the European Aquatics Academy’s online platform the event highlighted the
- [April 10 entry deadline for EAA course to launch your career as an international diving official](https://europeanaquatics.org/april-10-entry-deadline-for-eaa-course-to-launch-your-career-as-an-international-diving-official/): Anyone wishing to launch a career as an international diving official is invited to register for the European Aquatics Basic Course 2025 for Diving Officials Level 1 – with an entry deadline this Thursday (April 10). The two-part course is being organised by the European Aquatics Academy (EAA) as part of the Diving Technical Officials
- [European Aquatics hosts successful diving officials course in Bergen](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-hosts-successful-diving-officials-course-in-bergen/): European Aquatics successfully delivered the 2025 Level 1 Diving Officials Basic Certification Course, which saw a new group of aspiring international judges join the fold as part of its commitment to developing the next generation of diving officials. The course was structured in two parts, beginning with an online session on 26th April, followed by
- [Schedule and Information about 2025 Coaching Clinics](https://europeanaquatics.org/schedule-and-information-about-2025-coaching-clinics/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce the schedule of upcoming coaching clinics, organised in collaboration with World Aquatics, as part of our shared commitment to coach development and technical excellence across all aquatic disciplines. These clinics are designed to offer practical insights and expert guidance from world-renowned facilitators and will be delivered alongside our main
- [Montero to lead coaches clinic in Funchal during European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/montero-to-lead-coaches-clinic-in-funchal-during-european-aquatics-artistic-swimming-championships/): European Aquatics will host a specialised coaches clinic on the opening day of the European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Championships Funchal 2025, with 2004 Olympian and highly-regarded coach Ana Montero leading a focused session on basemark analysis. Titled "Basemarks – video examples of routines", the clinic will take place in just before the beginning of the event
- [Successful European Aquatics’ 2025 Water Polo Referees School held in Istanbul](https://europeanaquatics.org/successful-european-aquatics-2025-water-polo-referees-school-held-in-istanbul/): European Aquatics’ 2025 Water Polo Referees School has been hailed as ‘A big success’, as 39 referees – 18 women and 21 men – from 19 different countries attended the prestigious event in Istanbul, Türkiye, over the weekend.Organised by the European Aquatics Academy, as part of the Water Polo Technical Officials certification programme, the annual
- [European Aquatics to host nutrition clinic at Open Water Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-to-host-nutrition-clinic-at-open-water-swimming-championships/): As part of its ongoing commitment to coach and athlete development, European Aquatics will deliver a targeted educational session during the upcoming European Aquatics Open Water Championships Stari Grad 2025. The clinic, titled “Role of nutrition in preparation for Open Water Swimming events”, will be led by nutrition expert Veronika Stefanik and will take place
- [European Aquatics announces full details of clinics at junior competitions](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-announces-full-details-of-clinics-at-junior-competitions/): European Aquatics is proud to announce the full details of a new series of education clinics as part of the European Aquatics Academy programme for this summer's junior and u23 competitions. Running alongside the 2025 Junior and U23 Championships, these clinics are designed to support the development of coaches, technical officials, and support staff across
- [European Aquatics announces details of 2025 Open Water Swimming Officials Clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-announces-details-of-2025-open-water-swimming-officials-clinic/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce the details for the upcoming Open Water Swimming Clinic for Certified Officials, which will take place online on October 26 2025 on the EA Academy Educational Platform. This clinic is an essential educational initiative aimed at equipping officials with the latest knowledge and updates necessary to officiate at the
- [International Conference for Swimming Coaches 2025: Bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/international-conference-for-swimming-coaches-2025-bulletin-now-available/): European Aquatics is delighted to confirm further details for the International Conference for Swimming Coaches, will make its eagerly awaited return from 19 - 21 September 2025 in Warsaw, Poland. Hosted in collaboration with World Aquatics and Poland Aquatics, the event will take place at the Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel, a five-star venue ideally situated
- [Waves of Change DEI Recognition & Integrity Forum: registration opening on September 1](https://europeanaquatics.org/waves-of-change-dei-recognition-integrity-forum-registration-opening-on-1-september/): The schedule of the Waves of Change DEI Recognition & Integrity Forum is now confirmed with the final list of speakers to be announced soon. The event takes place on Friday, September 26, 2025, from 09:00 to 12:30 at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace and underlines the commitment of European Aquatics to Social Responsibility.
- [European Aquatics launches Coaching Certification and Recognition Programme](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-coaching-certification-and-recognition-programme/): European Aquatics has introduced a new Coach Certification and Recognition Programme as part of its Strategic Plan 2024-2028, aiming to professionalise coaching, promote lifelong learning, and support coach mobility across Europe. Led by the European Aquatics Academy (EAA), the initiative offers a structured three-level certification system: Level 1 (assistant coach), Level 2 (developmental coach), and
- [Save the date: European Aquatics Social Media Webinar – Wednesday 17 September](https://europeanaquatics.org/save-the-date-european-aquatics-social-media-webinar-wednesday-17-september/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce the return of the Social Media and Personal Branding of Athletes | Media Webinar, which will take place on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, from 13:00 to 15:15 (CEST). Following the success of the first edition in February, this second edition will once again focus on the essential role of
- [September 8 deadline to enter online EAA artistic swimming technical controllers course required for 2026 officiation](https://europeanaquatics.org/september-8-deadline-to-enter-online-eaa-artistic-swimming-technical-controllers-course-required-for-2026-officiation/): Artistic swimming officials planning to participate in 2026 events are urged to sign up for the four-day European Aquatics Academy Artistic Swimming Technical Controllers training, which will take place online on September 13, 14, 20 and 21. The registration deadline is this Monday (September 8). Please use this link to the European Aquatics Academy educational
- [Deadline to register for European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Clinic 2025 in Tbilisi extended to Sept 20](https://europeanaquatics.org/15-september-deadline-to-register-for-european-aquatics-artistic-swimming-clinic-2025-in-tbilisi/): European Aquatics is delighted to promote registration for the Artistic Swimming Clinic 2025, which will take place from 17–19 October in Tbilisi, Georgia. The registration deadline has been extended to September 20. The Clinic is a cornerstone of European Aquatics’ Strategic Plan 2024–2030, reflecting the commitment to education and continuous development across all areas of
- [European Aquatics unveils full programme for International Conference for Swimming Coaches in Warsaw](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-unveils-full-programme-for-international-conference-for-swimming-coaches-in-warsaw/): European Aquatics, in close collaboration with World Aquatics and Poland Aquatics, is delighted to confirm the full programme for the upcoming International Conference for Swimming Coaches, which will take place from 19–21 September 2025 in Warsaw, Poland. Hosted at the Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel, the three-day event will bring together some of the most respected
- [Details confirmed ahead of Athlete Social Media Webinar – register now](https://europeanaquatics.org/details-confirmed-ahead-of-athlete-social-media-webinar-register-now/): European Aquatics is pleased to confirm more details of the Social Media and Personal Branding of Athletes | Media Webinar, which will take place on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, from 13:00 to 15:15 (CEST). Following the success of the first edition in February, this second edition will once again focus on the essential role of
- [European Aquatics hosts second successful Athlete Social Media Webinar](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-hosts-second-successful-athlete-social-media-webinar/): On 17 September 2025, European Aquatics staged the second edition of its Social Media and Personal Branding of Athletes | Media Webinar, bringing together athletes and experts to explore how personal image, storytelling, and digital presence can play a defining role in modern sport. Following the success of the inaugural event in February, the latest
- [Notice of Postponement of the 2025 Swim Safe Europe Conference](https://europeanaquatics.org/notice-of-postponement-of-the-2025-swim-safe-europe-conference/): Following feedback received from several interested parties, European Aquatics and the Azerbaijan Swimming Federation, joint organisers of the Swim Safe Europe Conference, have regretfully decided to postpone the event, which was due to take place in Baku on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 November. This decision reflects the challenges expressed by several stakeholders in relation
- [European Aquatics launches first-ever Level 1 Swimming Coaches’ Course](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-first-ever-level-1-swimming-coaches-course/): European Aquatics has confirmed the launch of its first-ever Level 1 Swimming Coaches’ Course, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s long-term strategy to strengthen coach education and create a consistent certification framework across Europe. The new course is aligned with the coach certification rules approved at the most recent Bureau meeting in Lublin and
- [Champions League Men: Huge Quarter Final Stage clashes set to commence across the continent](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-huge-quarter-final-stage-clashes-set-to-commence-across-the-continent/): The Champions League Quarter Final Stage kicks off this week and all eyes will be on Wednesday night's highly anticipated clash of the two giants, FTC-Telekom and Pro Recco. These two teams have lifted the trophy three times each in the last six editions, contested a brilliant Super Cup final in October, and now they
- [Britons bag bronze as China dominates opening Diving World Cup of 2026 in Montreal](https://europeanaquatics.org/britons-bag-bronze-as-china-dominates-opening-diving-world-cup-of-2026-in-montreal/): Britons made the medal podium at an opening World Aquatics Diving World Cup of the season in Montreal that was dominated by China. Chinese athletes won all nine finals at the venue which hosted competition at the 1976 Montreal Olympics, but Britain’s Paris 2024 bronze medallists Anthony Harding and Jack Laugher got in on the
- [Euro Cup Women: Polar Bears storm past Lille to secure their place in Monday’s quarter-final draw](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-polar-bears-storm-past-lille-to-secure-their-place-in-mondays-quarter-final-draw/): Polar Bears completed the quarter-final line-up for the women's Euro Cup with a dominant display against Lille UC on Saturday evening in Ede. The Dutch side's victory confirms their place in Monday's highly anticipated draw alongside Ethnikos OFPF, BVSC Manna ABC, ANC Glyfada iRepair, Zodiac CNAB, Antenore Plebiscito Padova, Pallanuoto Trieste and EPlus CN Catalunya.
- [Conference Cup Men: Quarter Final Stage draw live streaming details](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-quarter-final-stage-draw-live-streaming-details/): The draw for the Conference Cup Men Quarter Final Stage will take place on Monday 2 March from 10:00am CET and can be streamed live on the link below, or via the European Aquatics YouTube channel.The eight teams that have qualified for this stage are as follows:• CN Tenerife Echeyde (ESP)• Solartradex CN Mataro (ESP) • GS
- [Conference Cup Women: Qualification Round II gets off to dramatic start with several close battles](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-qualification-round-ii-gets-off-to-dramatic-start-with-several-close-battles/): The opening day of the Qualification Round II in the Conference Cup Women offered nothing but sheer excitement. Three of the five matches contested were decided by a single goal, one ended in a shootout, and only Tenerife could earn a three-goal win, but that also came after a hard-fought contest. Group A (Alba Iulia)
- [Conference Cup Women: Four tickets to Final Eight booked after second thrilling day of qualification action](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-four-tickets-to-final-eight-booked-after-second-thrilling-day-of-qualification-action/): Four spots have already been booked for the Conference Cup Women Final Eight. Sant Feliu, Alba Iulia, Cosenza and Galatasaray made the cut on the second day of Qualification Round II – still leaving a series of exciting matches for Sunday. Group A (Alba Iulia) ASD Bogliasco (ITA) 11-11 (6-7P) CN Sant Feliu (ESP) Bogliasco’s
- [Champions League Men: “At the moment, Recco and FTC is the biggest rivalry in water polo” – Balazs Nyeki](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-at-the-moment-recco-and-ftc-is-the-biggest-rivalry-in-water-polo-balazs-nyeki/): With the Champions League Quarter Final Group Stage draw set, European Aquatics caught up with FTC-Telekom Waterpolo head coach Balázs Nyéki to get his thoughts on the next phase and their highly anticipated clashes with Pro Recco."At this moment, FTC and Recco is the biggest rivalry in water polo," said Nyeki. "Those games will be
- [Euro Cup Women: Polar Bears aiming to secure last quarter-final ticket on final day of Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-polar-bears-aiming-to-secure-last-quarter-final-ticket-on-final-day-of-group-stage/): With seven of the eight Euro Cup Women quarter-final berths already secured, only one place remains up for grabs on the final day of the Group Stage – in Group A, where Polar Bears are overwhelming favourites to progress as they host Lille UC, having won 12-24 away on Day 3. 2025/26 Euro Cup Women
- [EAA education platform gains almost 24,000 users within its first year](https://europeanaquatics.org/eaa-education-platform-gains-almost-24000-users-within-its-first-year/): The European Aquatics Academy’s dedicated site - the digital education platform – attracted almost 24,000 users in its first full year of operation. And within Europe that uptake has been headed by The Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Spain and Greece. Data on the popularity of the EAA site, which launched in January 2025, shows a steadily
- [European Aquatics confirms full details for 2026 Masters Championships, with registration now open](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-confirms-full-details-for-2026-masters-championships-with-registration-now-open/): European Aquatics has officially launched the European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026, confirming the full competition framework for what will be one of the most comprehensive Masters events ever staged in Europe. The Championships will take place from 18 to 30 August 2026, bringing together five disciplines across three cities in Slovakia and Austria. Championship Dates:
- [Euro Cup Men: Last season’s runners-up Radnicki set sights on going one better as Eight Finals begin](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-last-seasons-runners-up-radnicki-set-sights-on-going-one-better-as-eight-finals-begin/): As the eliminated Champions League teams enter the fray, there are several highly anticipated clashes lined up for the Eight Finals of the men's Euro Cup, which start this week. Last year's runners-up SPD Radnicki travel to CN Barcelona as they look to get over the disappointment of missing out on a place in the
- [European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Masters Judges Training 2026 – information bulletin for mandatory online course now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-artistic-swimming-masters-judges-training-2026-information-bulletin-for-mandatory-online-course-now-available/): Officials wishing to be judges at European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Masters events in 2026 are invited to complete an online training course offered on April 10 and 12 via the EA Academy’s Educational platform. The information bulletin is now available for an event for which the entry deadline is April 1. Fulfilling the requirements of
- [Champions League Women: UVSE stun Olympiacos as two quarter-finals spots still to be decided](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-uvse-stun-olympiacos-as-two-quarter-finals-spots-still-to-be-decided/): Apart from Group A, where UVSE’s stunning win over Olympiacos shuffled the cards a bit, the quarter-final berths have all been booked in the other three groups. Mataro and St Andreu also secured their top spot, ahead of Sabadell and Roma respectively as these latter two suffered stunning defeats from the bottom ranked rivals. FTC
- [EA cancels Junior High Diving Championships in Budapest due to low numbers while anticipating “stronger” relaunch](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-cancels-junior-high-diving-championships-in-budapest-due-to-low-numbers-while-anticipating-stronger-relaunch/): European Aquatics has cancelled the European Junior High Diving Championships 2026 scheduled for Budapest from June 17 to 18. The decision was taken to minimise potential financial risks to the host given a level of likely participation that has been “lower than anticipated”. In a letter to national federations, EA adds that cancelling the event
- [Conference Cup Men: Last eight confirmed as Tenerife down De Zaan to make the cut](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-last-eight-confirmed-as-tenerife-down-de-zaan-to-make-the-cut/): CN Tenerife Echeyde completed the quarter-final stage line-up of the men's Conference Cup by edging past ZV De Zaan in Sunday's opening game. The Spaniards will join GS Apollon Smyrnis, Panionios GSS, VK Mornar Split, Endo Plus Service Honved, De Akker Team, CN Posillipo and Solartradex CN Mataro in the draw for the next round,
- [Conference Cup Men: Seven quarter-final tickets secured after dramatic day of action across the continent](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-seven-quarter-final-tickets-secured-after-dramatic-day-of-action-across-the-continent/): Seven of the eight tickets to the quarter-finals of the men's Conference Cup were decided after an entertaining day of action across Europe on Saturday. The next phase will feature two Greek sides, Panionios GSS and GS Apollon Smyrnis, two Italian teams, CN Posillipo and De Akker Team, one Croatian side, VK Mornar Split, one
- [Euro Cup Women: Seven quarter-final tickets secured after action-packed Day 5](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-seven-quarter-final-tickets-secured-after-action-packed-day-5/): Ethnikos OFPF, who had already qualified for the next phase, edged past Polar Bears in a thrilling game that went right down to the wire in Ede on Day 5 of the women's Euro Cup Group Stage, while there were big wins for Zodiac CNAB, ANC Glyfada iRepair and Pallanuoto Trieste. The results mean seven
- [Conference Cup Men: Apollon star Daube hits nine as Greek sides start campaigns in dominant fashion](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-apollon-star-daube-hits-nine-as-greek-sides-start-campaigns-in-dominant-fashion/): CN Posillipo and Endo Plus Service Honved claimed second successive wins in the Men’s Conference Cup Qualification Round II on Friday, both securing comfortable victories over their respective French rivals. Meanwhile, the two Croatian sides were involved in penalty shootouts – VK Mornar Split gained two points, while VK Primorje Erste Bank fell to Georgia’s
- [Conference Cup Men: Qualification Round II penalty drama in Montpellier and Naples](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-qualification-round-ii-penalty-drama-in-montpellier-and-naples/): The opening day of the men's Conference Cup Qualification Round II started and ended with a thrilling shootout. First, Endo Plus Service Honved edged past A-Polo Sport Management in Marseille, then later, BVK Crvena Zvezda needed penalties to finally end Sete Natation's resistance in Naples. Elsewhere, there were comfortable wins for CN Posillipo against WPC
- [Champions League Women: Penultimate round promises several thrillers as action resumes after European break](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-penultimate-round-promises-several-thrillers-as-action-resumes-after-european-break/): Two weeks after the women’s European Championships concluded on Madeira, Champions League action resumes with the penultimate round. The first four rounds in the Group Stage barely produced unexpected results, though it’s hard to predict if the favourites have managed to reach, or at least get close to, their usual levels after the long break.2025/26
- [European Aquatics and National Institute of Physical Education of Catalonia sign four-year Memorandum of Understanding over sports science research](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-and-national-institute-of-physical-education-of-catalonia-sign-four-year-memorandum-of-understanding-over-sports-science-research/): European Aquatics and the National Institute of Physical Education of Catalonia (INEFC) have signed a four-year Memorandum of Understanding related to sports science and technological research as it applies to swimming and aquatics. High on the immediate agenda will be joint work on developing the “Apnea project” within artistic swimming, which concentrates on breathing irregularities that
- [European Aquatics expands team and opens new vacancies at new Belgrade office](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-expands-team-and-opens-new-vacancies-at-new-belgrade-office/): European Aquatics is expanding its operations and establishing a new Service Team, based in Belgrade, Serbia, to support its growing activities across Europe.Following a framework agreement with the Government of Serbia, European Aquatics is relocating its headquarters to Belgrade, where a new office will open shortly. This office will become the operational base of the
- [European Aquatics and ASA Malta agree on key swim safety and development projects with Maltese Government](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-and-asa-malta-agree-on-key-swim-safety-and-development-projects-with-maltese-government/): The Maltese Government has committed itself to developing strategic projects involving drowning prevention, inclusive sport development and coach education in partnership with European Aquatics and the Aquatic Sports Association of Malta (ASA Malta). Discussions took place on February 13 between the two sports bodies and Clifton Grima, Minister for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation,
- [2026 European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Clinic for Officials – Level 3: bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-clinic-for-officials-level-3-bulletin-now-available/): European Aquatics has published the official bulletin for the 2026 Open Water Swimming Clinic for Officials – Level 3, confirming that the course will take place in Larnaca, Cyprus, on 21–22 March 2026. The clinic forms a central component of the organisation’s education pathway and aligns with the objectives set out in the European Aquatics
- [European Aquatics launches 2026 Masters Open Water Swimming Tour ](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-2026-masters-open-water-swimming-tour/): European Aquatics is proud to announce the launch of the Masters Open Water Swimming Tour, an exciting new series that will debut in 2026 and provide masters swimmers with a dedicated international circuit. The Tour will consist of three stages across the season, with the final leg incorporated into the European Aquatics Masters Championships, creating
- [European Aquatics Masters Open Water Swimming Tour 2026 Leg 1: bulletin now available and registration open on 18 February](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-masters-open-water-swimming-tour-2026-leg-1-bulletin-now-available-and-registration-open-on-18-february/): European Aquatics has published the official bulletin for the opening leg of the 2026 Masters Open Water Swimming Tour, which will take place on 19 April 2026 in Protaras, with registration for the event opening on 18 February. Organised by the Cyprus Swimming Federation in cooperation with the Paralimni–Deryneia Municipality, the inaugural stage of the
- [Challenger Cup Men: Final Eight promises several thrilling match-ups after Monday’s draw](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-final-eight-promises-several-thrilling-match-ups-after-mondays-draw/): Monday's Challenger Cup Men draw has set up tremendous clashes for the Final Eight tournament to be played from 12th-15th March (venue to be announced soon). 2025/26 Challenger Cup MenFinal Eight Draw Group A Enka Sport Club (TUR), AVK Branik Maribor (SLO), EVK Zaibas (LTU), Vitoria Sport Clube (POR) Group B Sliema ASC Nexawin (MLT),
- [Euro Cup Men: Eight Finals draw serves up several highly anticipated ties](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-eight-finals-draw-serves-up-several-highly-anticipated-ties/): With the arrival of the sides who fell short in the Champions League Group Stage, the Euro Cup Eight Finals will – as usual – witness several huge battles. It’s also a great test to see who will perform better here – the best teams from the Euro Cup Group Stage or those that fell from
- [Champions League Men: Quarter Final Stage draw sets up epic FTC and Recco clashes](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-quarter-final-stage-draw-sets-up-epic-ftc-and-recco-clashes/): After their thrilling Super Cup final in October, the two giants, FTC-Telekom and Pro Recco, are set to face off again in the Quarter Final Stage of the Champions League. Monday's draw also shaped a group of death with Olympiacos, Barceloneta, Novi Beograd and Brescia, as only the top two teams can make the Final
- [Save the date:  Child Protection in Sport Conference 2026 on May 8](https://europeanaquatics.org/save-the-date-child-protection-in-sport-conference-2026-on-may-8/): The Child Protection in Sport Conference 2026 will be held in Dublin on May 8. The key theme of this initiative - which aligns with the EA Aquatics Social Responsibility (ASR) programme - is “Protecting our Athletes”. Topics likely to be covered at the event venue of the Crown Plaza Hotel, Dublin Airport include policies,
- [Challenger Cup Men: Three Turkish teams successfully reach Final Eight](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-three-turkish-teams-successfully-reach-final-eight/): Türkiye’s Heybeliada were the last to join the Final Eight in the Challenger Cup Men. It was anything but easy as a last-gasp goal saved them from defeat against Mouscronnois and then they won the shootout to go through. The other three groups saw tremendous battles for the respective top spots, as the Maltese sides,
- [Britain’s Tomblin starts 2026 with double gold at landmark World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup in Medellin](https://europeanaquatics.org/britains-tomblin-starts-2026-with-double-gold-at-landmark-world-aquatics-artistic-swimming-world-cup-in-medellin/): Great Britain’s Ranjuo Tomblin began his season in golden fashion at the opening leg of the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup in Medellin, Colombia, where European athletes earned numerous medals. In what was the first hosting of an Artistic Swimming World Cup stage in South America the 20-year-old European champion earned the men’s solo
- [Champions League Men: Highlights show and five talking points from matchday 6](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-highlights-show-and-five-talking-points-from-matchday-6/): 1. Italy is the only country with two teams in the Quarter Final Stage, with Recco and Brescia both advancing from the Group Stage. Hungary, Spain, Greece, Serbia, Croatia and, surprisingly, Germany are also part of the show with one club apiece. Brescia, having played back-to-back semis in 2021 and 2022, are back in the
- [Euro Cup Men: Eight Finals draw and live streaming details](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-eight-finals-draw-and-live-streaming-details/): A total of 16 clubs have secured their places in the Euro Cup Men’s Eight Finals, setting the stage for the next knockout phase of the competition. The line-up features a mix of teams dropping down from the Champions League Group Stage and those that advanced through the Euro Cup Group Stage. The round will
- [Challenger Cup Men: Galatasaray among seven teams to book ticket to Final Eight](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-galatasaray-among-seven-teams-to-book-ticket-to-final-eight/): Seven berths in the Final Eight have already been booked, though the top spots are still up for grabs in three of the groups. Vitoria Sport Clube claimed their second win, another tough one, and have already clinched first place in Group D. 2025/26 Challenger Cup MenQualification Round IISaturday 14 February Group A (Elektrenai)Sliema ASC
- [Champions League Men: Quarter Final Stage draw and live streaming details](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-quarter-final-stage-draw-and-live-streaming-details/): The road to 2025/26 Champions League water polo glory in Malta will be shaped by Monday's highly anticipated draw for the Quarter Final Stage. After a fiercely competitive and entertaining Group Stage, the following teams have secured their place in the top eight: Olympiacos SFP (GRE)Pro Recco (ITA)FTC Telekom Waterpolo (HUN)Zodiac CNAB (ESP)HAVK Mladost (CRO)VK
- [Challenger Cup Men: Qualification Round II action gets off to a flyer across the continent](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-qualification-round-ii-action-gets-off-to-a-flyer-across-the-continent/): Three lopsided contests and a thriller kicked off Qualification Round II in the men’s Challenger Cup. ENK Zaibas, Branik Maribor and Enka Sport Club all started their respective campaigns with blowaway victories, while Vitoria and Mouscronnois produced a thrilling match where a brilliant finish from the Portuguese earned them all three points. 2025/26 Challenger Cup
- [Countdown to vital European Aquatics Swimming Officials Clinic in Sofia – 15 days to go…](https://europeanaquatics.org/countdown-to-vital-european-aquatics-swimming-officials-clinic-in-sofia-15-days-to-go/): All certified swimming officials wishing to participate in European Aquatics events during 2026 are reminded that they must attend the Swimming Officials Clinic in Sofia - from February 28 to March 1 – either in person or online. Officials who do not participate may not be eligible for one of this year’s European Aquatics swimming
- [Euro Cup Men: Panathinaikos deny Vouliagmeni a place in Eight Finals with dramatic away win](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-panathinaikos-deny-vouliagmeni-a-place-in-eight-finals-with-dramatic-away-win/): Panathinaikos were the big winners on the final day of the men's Euro Cup Group Stage after sinking their domestic rivals Vouliagmeni. The stunning away victory guaranteed their place in the Eight Finals, while BVSC's later win against Buducnost confirmed they would be advancing alongside the Green and Whites from Group C. Elsewhere, Barcelona were
- [Champions League Men: Olympiacos eliminate Radnicki, while NBG end Jadran Herceg Novi hopes](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-olympiacos-eliminate-radnicki-while-nbg-end-jadran-herceg-novi-hopes/): While Novi Beograd came up with a great performance in Herceg Novi to down Jadran and reach the next round on Day 6 in the Group Stage of the Champions League, the top Serbian side Radnicki failed to win in Piraeus and were eliminated from the Champions League – leaving a bitter taste for many
- [AquaSafe Kids Project Kicks Off in Malta with European Partners](https://europeanaquatics.org/aquasafe-kids-project-kicks-off-in-malta-with-european-partners/): The Kick-Off Meeting of the European project AquaSafe Kids (ASK) began today in Malta, bringing together partners from across Europe for the launch of this ambitious 36-month initiative. Hosted by the Aquatic Sports Association of Malta (ASAM) as project coordinator, the meeting gathered representatives from European Aquatics, including its President Antonio Silva. Also present were representatives of the Swimming
- [2025 in review: women’s high diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-womens-high-diving/): The 2025 season was another major step forward for women’s high diving in Europe. Across the World Championships, the sole World Cup stop in Porto Flavia and the Red Bull Cliff Diving Series, Europe’s leading female athletes continued to show growing depth, confidence and consistency on the world stage. Their performances reflected a sport that is maturing
- [2025 in review: men’s high diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-mens-high-diving/): The 2025 season showed just how competitive men’s high diving in Europe has become. Across the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, the World Aquatics High Diving World Cup in Porto Flavia, and the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series, European athletes were consistently in the mix as they continued to show that the continent led
- [2026 in prospect: high diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-in-prospect-high-diving/): After a landmark 2025 season, European high diving moves into 2026 with more momentum than at any point in its history. The past year confirmed two parallel trends: the men’s field is deeper and more unpredictable than ever, while the women’s discipline continues a rapid rise in quality and confidence. With the return of elite
- [Euro Cup Men: Greek rivals Panathinaikos and Vouliagmeni to battle for Eight Finals ticket](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-greek-rivals-panathinaikos-and-vouliagmeni-to-battle-for-eight-finals-ticket/): All eyes will be on Group C on the final day of the men's Euro Cup Group Stage on Thursday. With BVSC Manna ABC likely to secure a home victory against PVK Buducnost Podgorica in Budapest, the other clash in this pool, Vouliagmeni NC versus Panathinaikos AC, is a do-or-die affair, as a victory in
- [Champions League Men: Race for top eight set to conclude on thrilling final day of Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-race-for-top-eight-set-to-conclude-on-thrilling-final-day-of-group-stage/): Officially, only Pro Recco’s first place in their group has already been confirmed, while everyone else has something to play for on the last day of the Group Stage as Champions League action resumes on Wednesday after the European Championships break. The Serbian sides, with freshly crowned continental champions on board, face tough away games,
- [Euro Cup Men: Four more teams secure tickets to Eight Finals after dramatic penultimate day](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-four-more-teams-secure-tickets-to-eight-finals-after-dramatic-penultimate-day/): 2025/26 Euro Cup MenGroup Stage, Day 5Thursday 4 December Group AVK Jug AO (CRO) 19-10 ASC Duisburg (GER) VK Solaris Sibenik (CRO) 15-18 CN Terrassa (ESP) Standings: 1. Jug 15pts,2. Terrassa 9pts,3. Solaris 3pts,3. Duisburg 3ptsGroup BPallanuoto Trieste (ITA) 12-15 Szolnoki Dozsa Praktiker (HUN) CS Dinamo Bucuresti (ROU) 10-19 CN Barcelona (ESP) Standings: 1. Barcelona
- [Funchal 2026: Highlights from the women’s European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-highlights-from-the-womens-european-water-polo-championships/): After a hugely successful and entertaining 2026 Women’s European Water Polo Championships, here are the most memorable moments from Funchal, Portugal. • The Netherlands retained their title in impressive fashion, going the entire tournament without losing a single game in regular time – a record they shared with Greece. Greece fell to Hungary on penalties
- [Funchal 2026: Dutch delight as Netherlands secure second successive European crown with epic shootout victory](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-dutch-delight-as-netherlands-secure-second-successive-european-crown-with-epic-shootout-victory/): The Netherlands continued their dominance on the continental stage by retaining their European title with a sensational shootout victory in Thursday’s final against Hungary. Having been crowned champions in Eindhoven two years ago, the Dutch repeated the feat in Madeira to secure back-to-back wins. Laura Aarts was the hero, decisively saving Rita Keszthelyi’s penalty in
- [European Aquatics announces details of 2026 Open Water Swimming Officials Clinic – Level 1](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-announces-details-of-2026-open-water-swimming-officials-clinic-level-1/): European Aquatics has announced the launch of the 2026 Open Water Swimming Clinic for Officials – Level 1, offering National Federations a new opportunity to develop qualified technical personnel in one of the fastest-growing aquatics disciplines. The programme will be delivered entirely online through the European Aquatics Academy educational platform, enabling participants from across Europe
- [European Aquatics opens applications for Water Polo Sport Assistant role](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-opens-applications-for-water-polo-sport-assistant-role/): European Aquatics has announced an exciting new career opportunity for a Water Polo Sport Assistant, and is looking for a passionate professional to help shape the future of one of the world’s most dynamic Olympic sports. Applications are now open for the Belgrade-based position, offering a unique chance to work at the heart of European
- [European Aquatics announces details of 2026 Swimming Officials Clinic in Sofia](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-announces-details-of-2026-swimming-officials-clinic-in-sofia/): European Aquatics has confirmed full details of the Swimming Clinic 2025–2026, which will take place in Sofia, Bulgaria, from 28 February to 1 March 2026, providing an essential education opportunity for officials across the continent. The clinic will offer a unique opportunity to learn about the new World Aquatics Competition Regulations and how these will
- [Munich to host EA Junior Swimming and Junior Artistic Swimming Championships 2026 in 1972 Olympic venue](https://europeanaquatics.org/munich-to-host-ea-junior-swimming-and-junior-artistic-swimming-championships-2026-in-1972-olympic-venue/): Munich will host the European Aquatics Junior Swimming and Junior Artistic Swimming Championships in 2026, it has been confirmed. The EA Junior Swimming Championships are scheduled from July 7 to 12 and the EA Junior Artistic Swimming Championships from June 30 to July 4 – with both taking place at the 1972 Olympic swimming hall.
- [Funchal 2026: Spain surge past Croatia to finish fifth at European Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-spain-surge-past-croatia-to-finish-fifth-at-european-championships/): Spain brushed off the disappointment of missing out on a European Championships medal for the first time since 2012 by winning the 5th/6th final against Croatia in emphatic fashion. Earlier, Israel also ended their campaign on a high after producing a dominant display against France to finish seventh. Women's 2026 European Water Polo Championships -
- [Entries invited for EA-backed free online course on how sport can protect and restore nature](https://europeanaquatics.org/entries-invited-for-ea-backed-free-online-course-on-how-sport-can-protect-and-restore-nature/): European Aquatics has participated in the testing of the Sport and Nature: Fundamentals for Action course – free and online -which was officially launched today (February 4) EA was pleased to contribute to the pilot group for an initiative that was developed by Sports for Nature - a joint initiative of the International Union for Conservation of
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 11 preview – gold and bronze medal matches](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-11-preview-gold-and-bronze-medal-matches/): Match previews, Day 11 – Thursday 5 February(Local times shown) Gold medal match 19:15 Hungary v Netherlands • Ten years after the two giants clashed in the European Championships final in Belgrade, they meet again. The Netherlands are looking for retaining their title while Hungary are gunning for their first gold since 2016. • Hungary
- [University of Porto’s LABIOMEP set to join EA list of accredited high performance centres](https://europeanaquatics.org/university-of-portos-labiomep-set-to-join-ea-list-of-accredited-high-performance-centres/): The European Aquatics list of accredited sport science and high performance centres is set to be augmented by the University of Porto’s LABIOMEP, which has been recommended for accreditation until January 31, 2028. Laboratories at the University of Granada and the Gloria Sports Arena in Antalya are already accredited until November 30 this year. LABIOMEP
- [Funchal 2026: Hungary and Netherlands to battle for gold after sensational semi-final victories](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-hungary-and-netherlands-to-battle-for-gold-after-sensational-semi-final-victories/): Hungary were the first team to book their place in Thursday's gold-medal game after needing penalties to get past a resilient Greece. The Magyars' defence did a tremendous job, keeping the Greeks to just eight goals and completely shutting down their top scorer, Vasiliki Plevritou. Hungary were never behind, but the Greeks kept chasing them
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 10 preview – 5th-8th finals](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-10-preview-5th-8th-finals/): Match previews, Day 10 – Wednesday 4 February(Local times shown) 5th/6th Final 19:15 Croatia v Spain • Interestingly, the recent men’s European Championships also saw these two nations play for the 5th place in Belgrade. However, the men's teams contested that clash after disappointing campaigns – here, the Croats will be happy to play this
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 9 – semi-final previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-9-match-previews/): Match previews, Day 9 – Tuesday 3 February(Local times shown) 1st-4th Semi-finals 17:15 Greece v Hungary • This is a re-match of last year’s World Cup and World Championships finals. Greece won both in convincing style, it was 13-9 in Chengdu and 12-9 in Singapore. • The Greeks have remained the only unbeaten team in
- [Funchal 2026: Great Britain edge thriller with Serbia to secure ninth place](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-great-britain-edge-thriller-with-serbia-to-secure-ninth-place/): Great Britain had to dig deep – and survive a four-minute exclusion – to get the better of Serbia in an end-to-end classic that went right down to the wire. Serbia fought back to level at 9-9 late in the fourth, before Katy Cutler punched the air with delight after scoring what proved to be
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 8 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-8-match-previews/): Match previews, Day 8 – Monday 2 February(Local times shown) Classification finals15th/16th Place 13:00 Slovakia v Romania • Both sides are looking for their first win in Funchal. • With the exception of 2020, when Slovakia made the top eight, in their three other appearances at a European Championships they have had to fight to
- [Funchal 2026: Netherlands roar back against Spain to secure ticket to semi-finals](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-netherlands-roar-back-against-spain-to-secure-ticket-to-semi-finals/): The Netherlands were involved in a second successive thriller in Madeira, battling back from 1-5 down to draw with Spain – a result that was enough to send them through to the semi-finals, despite losing the ensuing shootout. Earlier, world champions Greece maintained their 100% record in Funchal with an emphatic victory over Croatia. Italy
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 7 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-7-match-previews/): Match previews, Day 7 – Sunday 1 February(Local times shown) Group Stage II(9th-16th place)Group G 9:00 Slovakia v Türkiye • The Slovaks are chasing their first points here, and a win would lift them in the group to play for the 13th place. At the same time, the Turks, after beating Germany in a shootout,
- [Funchal 2026: Sensational Aarts propels title-holders Netherlands to narrow victory over Hungary](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-sensational-aarts-propels-title-holders-netherlands-to-narrow-victory-over-hungary/): Title-holders Netherlands edged a fierce, defensive, low-scoring battle against Hungary on Saturday as the 1st-8th Group Stage II games got under way in Funchal. Dutch keeper Laura Aarts was the hero, saving 15 of the 19 shots Hungary fired at her, while the Magyars’ stopper Boglarka Neszmely was unfortunate to end up on the losing
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 6 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-6-match-previews/): Match previews, Day 6 – Saturday 31 January(Local times shown) Group Stage II(1st-8th place)Group E 13:00 Greece v Italy • The first big match of the day will offer another chapter in one of the longest-running rivalries, between the two Mediterranean powerhouses. It’s going to be their 20th encounter alone at the European Championships, not
- [Funchal 2026: Türkiye edge Germany in shootout as race for ninth place heats up](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-turkiye-edge-germany-in-shootout-as-race-for-ninth-place-heats-up/): The battle for a place in the top 10 at the European Championships heated up on Friday, with Türkiye earning their first victory in Funchal after a thrilling shootout win against Germany. It was the first game of the tournament to end in a tie, and Türkiye goalkeeper Elif Dilara Aydinlik proved to be the
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 5 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-5-match-previews/): Match previews, Day 5 – Friday 30 January(Local times shown) Group Stage II(9th-16th place)Group G 13:00 Germany v Türkiye • The young Germans, with renowned maestro Karsten Seehafer in charge, who led Waspo Hannover’s men’s side to Champions League Final Eights in the past, couldn’t make any upsets in the group stage, after a tough
- [Funchal 2026: Croatia win thriller against Serbia to surge into top eight at European Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-croatia-win-thriller-against-serbia-to-surge-into-the-top-eight-at-european-championships/): All the medal favourites – Greece, Hungary, Spain, Italy and Netherlands – showcased their attacking strength on the final day of Group Stage I, with each of them firing in 22 or more goals. With their next phase of the competition beginning on Saturday, the big five were keen to build some rhythm and showed
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Constantin Popovici voted best men’s high diver](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-constantin-popovici-voted-best-mens-high-diver/): Romania’s Constantin Popovici has been crowned the men’s high diving winner at the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards, following a public vote that recognised his sustained excellence across one of the most demanding and highly competitive seasons in recent memory. Popovici topped the ballot with 35.06% of the vote, prevailing in a
- [European Aquatics confirms new partnership with Wiz-Team to become Event Management and Accreditation Platform provider](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-confirms-new-partnership-with-wiz-team-to-become-event-management-and-accreditation-platform-provider/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce a new strategic agreement with Wiz-Team, which has been appointed as the federation’s Official Event Management and Accreditation Platform Provider. This partnership is designed to introduce advanced digital tools and innovative solutions to support the planning and delivery of European Aquatics events, contributing to the federation’s wider digital transformation
- [Apostolos Tsagkarakis appointed as new Sport Director of European Aquatics](https://europeanaquatics.org/apostolos-tsagkarakis-appointed-as-new-sport-director-of-european-aquatics/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce that Apostolos Tsagkarakis has been appointed as Sport Director, a new position, starting with immediate effect. The role of Sport Director, which will oversee all the aquatics’ disciplines including water polo, underlines the importance of sport event organisation as the core business of European Aquatics and the need to create a
- [Belgrade 2026: Highlights from the men’s European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-highlights-from-the-mens-european-water-polo-championships/): After a hugely successful and entertaining 2026 men's European Water Polo Championships, here are the most memorable moments from Belgrade, Serbia. • Serbia did it again. The hosts claimed their eighth European title. Even more impressively, they stayed perfect on home soil, winning gold for the third straight time in Belgrade after their triumphs in
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 4 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-4-match-previews/): Match previews, Day 4 – Thursday 29 January(Local times shown) Group C9:00 Italy v Türkiye• This will be the first clash between the two teams at any European Championships. Their only recent notable clash came in 2018 during the Mediterranean Games in Tarragona, Spain, which finished in an emphatic 30-3 win for the Italians (with Kubra
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Ginni van Katwijk voted best women’s high diver](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-ginni-van-katwijk-voted-best-womens-high-diver/): The Netherlands’ Ginni van Katwijk has been named the women’s high diving winner at the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards, topping the public vote following a season that saw her consistently rank amongst the world's best across the three major high diving fixtures. Van Katwijk secured 34.75% of the total vote, emerging
- [European Aquatics Academy invites 2026 grant applications in key areas of sport technology and research](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-academy-invites-2026-grant-applications-in-key-areas-of-sport-technology-and-research/): The European Aquatics Academy, which oversees education and development within the sport, is inviting 2026 grant applications in two key areas – firstly Products and Processes in Sport Technology; secondly, Aquatics Research. The appeal for Products and Processes in Sports Technology seeks to support the development of innovative products, technologies, processes, solutions in sports technology
- [Funchal 2026: Israel, Netherlands and Italy book their place in the next phase at European Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-israel-and-netherlands-book-their-place-in-the-next-phase-at-european-championships/): The highlight of the day was no doubt the battle between Israel and Great Britain in Group D. A place in the top eight was at stake, and it was Israel who took it with a game to spare, thanks to a mix of outstanding defending and clinical finishing. It was also the perfect revenge
- [European Aquatics President signs agreement on relocation of European Aquatics headquarters with Serbian government representatives](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-president-signs-agreement-on-relocation-of-european-aquatics-headquarters-with-serbian-government-representatives/): European Aquatics President Antonio Silva has signed a framework agreement for the relocation of the European Aquatics Headquarters to Serbia, in a special ceremony held in Belgrade. The agreement was signed with the Minister of Sports and Marko Kešelj, State Secretary at the Ministry of Sports. President Silva was accompanied to the ceremony by European
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 2 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-2-match-previews/): Match previews, Day 2 – Tuesday 27 January(Local times shown)Group D9:00 Netherlands v Switzerland• This clash will be the first time these two teams have met at the European Championships. • Fifth-place finishes for the reigning European champions Netherlands at the past two World Championships suggest some vulnerability, but few would bet against them finishing on
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Nona Perez voted best women’s water polo player](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-nona-perez-voted-best-womens-water-polo-player/): Spain’s Nona Perez has been crowned European Aquatics Women’s Water Polo Athlete of the Year, receiving 32.8% of the overall votes after a season that saw her establish herself among the very best in the sport. The 22-year-old enjoyed a spectacular year at both club and international level, collecting major honours and delivering several decisive
- [Funchal 2026: Hungary fightback to sink Spain on opening day of European Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-hungary-fightback-to-sink-spain-on-opening-day-of-european-championships/): Hungary were the big winners on the opening day of the women's European Water Polo Championships after battling back from 2-5 down to beat Spain 9-7 at the Funchal Olympic Pools Complex. It was a fourth successive victory for the Magyars against their fierce rivals and that run includes beating them in last year's semi-finals
- [Information bulletin – Protaras, opening host for 2026 European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup and new Special Olympics Open Water Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/information-bulletin-protaras-opening-host-for-2026-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-and-new-special-olympics-open-water-cup/): The information bulletin for the first of five legs in this year’s European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup, set for Protaras on April 18, is now available. The spectacular Cypriot resort will thus reprise its role as opening host in last year’s series - as well as staging the first stop in the newly established
- [European Aquatics leadership received at the Serbian Presidential Palace](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-leadership-received-at-the-serbian-presidential-palace/): The European Aquatics President Antonio Silva and Vice President Vania Udovičić were received at the Presidential Palace by the President of the Republic of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić, together with the Minister of Sports, Zoran Gajić. During the meeting, the EA leadership expressed sincere gratitude for Serbia’s continued support—not only for the organization of the European
- [Belgrade 2026: Serbia crowned European champions after defensive masterclass against Hungary](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-serbia-crowned-european-champions-after-defensive-masterclass-against-hungary/): Serbia won their third successive European crown on home soil with a dominant display against Hungary on Sunday night in Belgrade. After an even first half against the battling Hungarians, the hosts started to pull away, with their excellent defence restricting their rivals to just two goals in the last 16 minutes. When Djordje Lazic
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 1 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-1-match-previews/): Women’s European Water Polo Championships, Funchal 2026 Match previews, Day 1 – Monday 26 January(local times shown) Group A 10:30 Greece v Slovakia • The two teams have met twice in recent years, with Greece dominating both games – 22-3 in the quarter-finals of the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Qualification Tournament in Trieste, Italy, and 18-2 in
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships final preview](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-final-preview/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 16 – Sunday 25 January(local times shown) Final 20:30 Serbia v Hungary • The 2026 final is a clash between the two most successful nations in the championships’ history. Hungary top the medal rankings with 13 titles and with 26 medals (7 silver, 6 bronze), while
- [Prestigious Water Polo Coaches Clinic – examining the new physical demands of the sport – now available online](https://europeanaquatics.org/prestigious-water-polo-coaches-clinic-examining-the-new-physical-demands-of-the-sport-now-available-online/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce the recent elite Water Polo Coaches Clinic, led by one of the world’s leading experts in high-performance sport, Dr Pero Kuterovac, is now available to stream online via the EA Academy website.The prestigious course, which took place during the second week of the men’s European Water Polo Championships in
- [European Aquatics’ successful water polo development camp set to return in 2026](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-successful-water-polo-development-camp-set-to-return-in-2026/): European Aquatics’ week-long Water Polo Development Camp in Kranevo, Bulgaria, which was hailed as a huge success in 2025, is returning in 2026 and is open to all up-and-coming young players, coaches and referees. The second camp takes place from June 24-30, 2026, and will see all participants – junior boys and girls aged U12
- [Funchal 2026: Eva Doudesis: ‘We’re not here to defend our title, we are here to try to earn it again’](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-eva-doudesis-were-not-here-to-defend-our-title-we-are-here-to-try-to-earn-it-again/): Netherlands coach Eva Doudesis and his squad have arrived in Funchal as the reigning champions – after winning the 2024 European Championship in Eindhoven – but says his players are not thinking about their previous successes and are only concentrating on the future. Speaking at Saturday's pre-tournament press conference in Funchal, he said: “We are
- [Funchal 2026: European Water Polo Championships press conference live stream](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-water-polo-championships-press-conference-live-stream/): The excitement levels are building as the women's European Water Polo Championships is set to begin on Monday 26 January in Funchal, Portugal, and the pre-competition press conference will be held on Saturday 24 January and be streamed live from the island of Madeira at 12 noon local time (1pm CET).Attending the press conference will
- [Belgrade 2026: Hungary and Serbia to clash for European gold after winning epic semi-final clashes](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-hungary-and-serbia-to-clash-for-gold-after-winning-epic-semi-final-clashes/): Hungary were the first team to book their place in Sunday’s gold medal game after a defensive masterclass and some clinical man-up finishing saw them sweep Greece aside. The Greeks started brightly, leading 3-1 in the opening minutes, but the Magyars successfully shut down their rivals’ attack, while firing in eight of their nine shots
- [European Aquatics President contributes to SHARE 2.0 Steering Group roadmap meeting](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-president-contributes-to-share-2-0-steering-group-roadmap-meeting/): European Aquatics President Antonio Silva has taken part in the first Steering Group roadmap creation meeting of the Sport and Society Community of Practice under the SHARE 2.0 initiative, reinforcing European Aquatics’ engagement with European-level cooperation on sport and society. The meeting brought together Steering Group members to exchange perspectives, align on priorities and help shape the Community
- [Belgrade 2026: Spain overpowers Croatia to secure 5th place at European Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-spain-overpowers-croatia-to-secure-5th-place-at-european-championships/): Netherlands, France, Montenegro and Spain all finished their European Championships campaigns on a high. Netherlands demolished Türkiye, France edged past Georgia, Montenegro outclassed Romania, and a fresher Spain looked far hungrier than Croatia, who seemed to still be feeling the effects of their devastating loss to Italy on Thursday evening. Interestingly, in the end, all
- [Belgrade 2026: Final four coaches and captains ready for European Water Polo Championships semi-finals](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-final-four-coaches-and-captains-ready-for-european-water-polo-championships-semi-finals/): A novelty at the European Water Polo Championships, though familiar for those involved in the Champions League Final Four, a press conference was held with the respective head coaches and team captains of the four semi-finalists in the Belgrade Arena on Thursday. Sitting behind the trophy, Greeks, Hungarians, Italians and Serbians were all smiles, ahead
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships semi-final previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-semi-final-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 14 – Friday 23 January(local times shown) Semi-final 17:00 Greece v Hungary • Greece are the only unbeaten team left in the tournament, they have won all of their six matches so far – the Hungarians had one defeat, against Serbia, besides five wins. • Both
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Dennis Gonzalez voted best men’s artistic swimmer](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-dennis-gonzalez-voted-best-mens-artistic-swimmer/): Spain’s Dennis Gonzalez has been named men’s artistic swimmer of the year in the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards with more than half – 51.79% - of the voting share. The 21-year-old played a key part in his country’s success at the World Aquatics Championships, where they won nine medals – more
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Iris Tio Casas voted best women’s artistic swimmer](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-iris-tio-casas-voted-best-womens-artistic-swimmer/): Spain’s Iris Tio Casas has been named the women’s artistic swimmer of the year at the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards after topping a competitive five-strong shortlist. Tio Casas secured 41.29% of the total vote, finishing well clear of Italy’s Enrica Piccoli, who took 22.48%, after a year that combined stand-out individual
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 13 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-13-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 13 – Thursday 22 January(local times shown) 11th-12th Classification 12:45 Netherlands v Türkiye • After almost beating Serbia on the opening day (and still gaining a point), playing this match should be an obvious disappointment for the Dutch team. It seems they were unable to keep
- [Belgrade 2026: Italy secure last semi-final ticket after edging out Croatia](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-italy-secure-last-semi-final-ticket-after-edging-out-croatia/): Italy roared into the semi-finals of the European Championships by edging a fierce and entertaining clash with Croatia on Wednesday night in Belgrade. Their win was due largely to a collection of huge saves from goalkeeper Marco del Lungo and some clinical finishes from Filippo Ferrero. It was a Herculean performance from Sandro Campagna's players
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 12 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-12-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 12 – Wednesday 21 January(local times shown) Group Stage II Group F 15:30 Türkiye v Georgia • Both of these sides are searching for their first victory in Group Stage II. The winners will play for the 9th place against France, while the losing side will
- [Belgrade 2026: Hungary’s shootout success sends them to semi-finals, as title-holders Spain eliminated](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-hungarys-shootout-success-sends-them-to-semi-finals-as-title-holders-spain-eliminated/): Spain’s reign as European champions ended amid high drama as Hungary edged a classic on penalties, a contest that felt every inch a final before the semi-finals had even begun. The night belonged to Soma Vogel, the Hungarian goalkeeper producing a throwback performance by saving four penalties in total – two in regular time and
- [Belgrade 2026: Greece surge into semi-finals with stunning win against Italy](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-greece-surge-into-semi-finals-with-stunning-win-against-italy/): Greece stole the spotlight on Day 10 in Belgrade, powering past Italy to top the group and become the second team to punch their ticket to the European Championship semi-finals. The defeat leaves Italy with no margin for error – on Wednesday they will face Croatia in a straight shootout for the last semi-final berth.
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 11 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-11-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 11 – Tuesday 20 January(local times shown) Group Stage II Group E 15:30 Netherlands v France • While France put up a good fight, Spain blew them away in the second half two days ago, the Netherlands have to bounce back from a bitter defeat against
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Oleksii Sereda voted best men’s diver](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-oleksii-sereda-voted-best-mens-diver/): Ukraine’s Oleksii Sereda has been named best men’s diver in the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards after a season in which he earned his first individual world medal. The 19-year-old took silver in a dramatic 10m platform contest in Singapore that was won with a final flourish by Australia’s Cassiel Rousseau. Sereda,
- [Funchal 2026: European Aquatics and Portuguese Swimming Federation announce sustainable initiatives for women’s European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-european-aquatics-and-portuguese-swimming-federation-announce-sustainable-initiatives-for-womens-european-water-polo-championships/): European Aquatics, working alongside the Portuguese Swimming Federation, has introduced a wide-ranging Sustainability and Legacy Programme for the upcoming Women’s European Water Polo Championships, which will be staged in Funchal on Portugal’s Atlantic island of Madeira. The 21st edition of the continental women’s event will run from 26 January to 5 February, with the programme
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Chiara Pellacani voted best women’s diver](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-chiara-pellacani-voted-best-womens-diver/): Italy’s Chiara Pellacani has been named best women’s diver in the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards. Pellacani, who turned 23 on September 12, claimed 41.56% of he vote after a season of historic achievement in individual and mixed competition. At the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore she combined with Matteo Santoro in
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 10 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-10-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 10 – Monday 19 January(local times shown) Group Stage II Group F 15:30 Georgia v Romania • Neither side can reach the semis, but this is still a massive game, as the winners may look for a classification match for the 7th place, where a 2027
- [Belgrade 2026: Sell-out crowd witness Serbia edge 29-goal thriller with Hungary to secure semi-final ticket](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-sell-out-crowd-witness-serbia-edge-29-goal-thriller-with-hungary-to-secure-semi-final-ticket/): Serbia became the first team to book their place in the semi-finals of the European Championships after winning an epic battle with Hungary on Sunday night at the Belgrade Arena. It was the hottest ticket in town and the action in the pool didn't disappoint, as Serbia roared back from 3-0 down to take a
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 9 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-9-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 9 – Sunday 18 January(local times shown) Group Stage II Group E 15:30 France v Spain • Spain are on the rise – after their loss to Serbia, they came up with back-to-back flawless performances and smashed the Netherlands 14-7 and Montenegro 14-6, a pair of
- [Belgrade 2026: Race for semi-finals heats up as Greece, Italy and Croatia win big on day eight](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-race-for-semi-finals-heats-up-as-greece-italy-and-croatia-win-big-on-day-eight/): Day 8 of the men’s European Water Polo Championships in Belgrade delivered drama and high entertainment, opening with a spectacular 30-goal contest between Italy and Georgia. Italy appeared to have the match under control with a six-goal cushion late in the third quarter, yet Georgia showed great resolve, continuing to pressure their rivals right up
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 8 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-8-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 8 – Saturday 17 January(local times shown) Group Stage II Group F 15:30 Georgia v Italy • Italy are all set to maintain their perfect record before they take on their two big rivals, Greece and Croatia. • Ever since Georgia first qualified for the European
- [Water Polo Advanced Certification Course for Referees and Delegates 25/26 now available online](https://europeanaquatics.org/water-polo-advanced-certification-course-for-referees-and-delegates-25-26-now-available-online/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce the Water Polo Advanced Certification Course for Referees and Delegates 2025/2026 is now available to stream via the European Aquatics Academy online education platform. Everyone can now access the course by clicking here.The clinic reinforces European Aquatics’ ongoing commitment to ensuring high-quality, consistent officiating across all elite competitions, at
- [EA President Silva visits Istanbul as part of EOC CoCom for 2027 European Games](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-president-silva-visits-istanbul-as-part-of-eoc-cocom-for-2027-european-games/): EA President Antonio Silva took part in the first EOC CoCom visit to 2027 European Games hosts Istanbul. Credit: European Olympic Committees European Aquatics President Antonio Silva has participated in the first European Olympic Committees Coordination Commission (CoCom) meeting in Istanbul, which is set to host the 4th European Games in 2027. The visit began
- [Belgrade 2026: Hungary, Spain and Serbia outgun rivals as Group Stage II begins](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-hungary-spain-and-serbia-outgun-rivals-as-group-stage-ii-begins/): Group Stage II of the men’s European Water Polo Championships got underway on Friday in Belgrade, with several thrilling matches opening the new phase of the competition. Spain powered past Montenegro, Hungary battled through a stern test against a spirited Netherlands, while Serbia took control early against France, as the hosts eased their way to
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Florian Wellbrock voted best men’s open water swimmer](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-florian-wellbrock-voted-best-mens-open-water-swimmer/): Germany’s Florian Wellbrock has been named the men’s open water swimming winner at the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards after a dominant victory in the public vote. The 28-year-old secured 48.67% of the total vote, finishing well clear of a high-calibre field of Olympic and world medallists following a season in which
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 7 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-7-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 7 – Friday 16 January(local times shown) Group Stage II Group E 15:30 Montenegro v Spain • It’s the big match of the day between the two sides standing with 3 points respectively in the group. With three points already dropped in the Group Stage (MNE
- [Belgrade 2026: Argyropoulos inspires Greece to stunning victory against Croatia on day six of European Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-argyropoulos-inspires-greece-to-stunning-victory-against-croatia-on-day-six-of-european-championships/): Stylianos Argyropoulos produced a spectacular attacking performance on Thursday night, as his four clinical goals – including a sensational backhander – helped Greece edge a fierce and explosive battle with Croatia at the Belgrade Arena. It was their defence, however, that got them over the line, as they held firm after being reduced to six
- [Belgrade 2026: Hungary, Spain, Montenegro and Serbia all shine ahead of second group stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-hungary-spain-montenegro-and-serbia-all-shine-ahead-of-second-group-stage/): Hungary, Montenegro, Spain and Serbia all prevailed on Wednesday as they finished the first group stage in fine form. Hungary demolished Malta to make it three wins from three, Montenegro survived a late surge from France, while Spain eased past the Netherlands, and hosts Serbia outclassed Israel. The heat is set to really turn up
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Bettina Fabian voted best women’s open water swimmer](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-bettina-fabian-voted-best-womens-open-water-swimmer/): Hungary’s Bettina Fabian has been named the women’s open water swimming winner at the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards after topping a highly competitive five-athlete shortlist. Fabian secured 30.51% of the total vote, emerging ahead of Italy’s Ginevra Taddeucci, who finished second with 28.69%, following a season that marked a clear breakthrough
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 6 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-6-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 6 – Thursday 15 January (local times shown) Group D12:45 Türkiye v Slovakia • This match decides the third qualifying spot in this group. Both sides have had back-to-back losses – though each had some fine moments two days ago – the Turks against Romania and
- [Belgrade 2026: Croatia’s world-renowned fitness coach Dr Pero Kuterovac to lead Water Polo Coaches Clinic](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-croatias-world-renowned-fitness-coach-dr-pero-kuterovac-to-lead-water-polo-coaches-clinic/): One of the world’s leading experts in high-performance sport, Dr Pero Kuterovac – the long-time Strength and Conditioning Coach of the highly successful Croatian men’s water polo national team – will lead a prestigious Water Polo Coaches Clinic in Belgrade, Serbia, on Tuesday 20 January, during the second week of the European Championships. The clinic will
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025:  David Popovici voted best men’s swimmer](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-david-popovici-voted-best-mens-swimmer/): Romania’s David Popovici has been named best men’s swimmer in the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards after holding off the challenge of 2024 winner Leon Marchand. Popovici, who turned 21 on September 15 last year, secured 37.94% of the total vote after a year of success at U23 and senior level. He
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 5 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-5-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 5 – Wednesday 14 January (local times shown) Group A 12:45 Malta v Hungary • Even the unlikeliest outcome, a win for Malta, wouldn’t alter the two sides’ ranking in the group. Hungary have already secured the first place, while Malta cannot move up from 4th.
- [Belgrade 2026: Greece, Croatia, Italy and Romania make it two wins from two after day four action](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-greece-croatia-italy-and-romania/): Croatia, Greece, Italy and Romania maintained their perfect records in Belgrade with back-to-back wins at the European Championships on Tuesday. Croatia opened proceedings by sweeping Georgia aside, Greece powered past Slovenia, Italy beat a stubborn and determined Slovakia, while Romania had to fight back from 5-9 down against Türkiye to claim the three points. There
- [Funchal 2026: Meet the 16 teams heading to the women’s European Water Polo Championships ](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-meet-the-16-teams-heading-to-the-womens-european-water-polo-championships/): Madeira’s capital Funchal will host the continent’s finest water polo stars from 26 January-5 February, as 16 nations battle it out for glory at the 21st women's European Water Polo Championships. With just three months to go until the start of another captivating tournament, European Aquatics takes a look at all the qualified teams. NetherlandsThe
- [Advancing coaching excellence across Europe: update on European Aquatics Academy’s certification initiative](https://europeanaquatics.org/advancing-coaching-excellence-across-europe-update-on-european-aquatics-academys-certification-initiative/): As part of the European Aquatics Strategic Plan 2024–2028, the European Aquatics Academy (EAA) is leading a major initiative to raise the standard of coaching across all aquatic disciplines. A key element of this strategy is the recognition and certification of national coaching education systems, designed to ensure quality, consistency, and professional endorsement for aquatic
- [Swimming towards sustainability: ASR initiatives at the European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Championships Stari Grad 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/swimming-towards-sustainability-asr-initiatives-at-the-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-championships-stari-grad-2025/): Together with the Tourist Board Stari Grad and the Croatian Swimming Federation, European Aquatics is proud to deliver an ambitious programme of Aquatics Social Responsibility (ASR) initiatives that aim to set a new benchmark for sustainable sporting events across Europe. Inspired by the successful implementation of sustainability measures at recent European Aquatics events, the European
- [Swimming towards sustainability: ASR initiatives at the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships Setubal 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/swimming-towards-sustainability-asr-initiatives-at-the-european-aquatics-junior-open-water-swimming-championships-setubal-2025/): In partnership with the Portuguese Swimming Federation, European Aquatics is implementing a comprehensive Sustainability & Legacy Programme for the European Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships Setubal 2025, as part of its wider Aquatics Social Responsibility (ASR) Strategy. This initiative builds on the momentum of recent successes and aims to minimise the environmental impact of
- [Swimming towards sustainability: ASR initiatives at the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/swimming-towards-sustainability-asr-initiatives-at-the-european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-lublin-2025/): A wide range of environmental measures will be adopted at the EA Short Course Swimming Championships which start in Lublin on Tuesday (December 2). European Aquatics and the Polish Swimming Federation are committed to setting a benchmark for aquatics events by delivering a set of sustainable practices drawn from the Sustainability and Legacy Program within
- [Certification completed for 13 pioneer organisers of EA events in 2025 introducing ASR environmental initiatives](https://europeanaquatics.org/certification-completed-for-13-pioneer-organisers-of-ea-events-in-2025-introducing-asr-environmental-initiatives/): Organisers of the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025, which concluded yesterday, are among 13 Local Organising Committees who will be receiving certificates noting their groundbreaking environmental initiatives this year. The documentation has gone out today marking the participation of aquatics events in delivering a set of sustainable practices drawn from the Sustainability
- [Belgrade 2026: Serbia edge epic battle with Spain, while Hungary sink Montenegro on action-packed day three](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-serbia-edge-epic-battle-with-spain-while-hungary-sink-montenegro-on-action-packed-day-three/): Serbia looked to be heading for defeat against Spain as they trailed 11-10 entering the final minute of their epic contest, but two late goals – including a dramatic winner from Viktor Rasovic with just six seconds remaining – saw the hosts take all three points and light up the Belgrade Arena. Earlier, Hungary produced
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 4 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-4-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 4 – Tuesday 13 January (local times shown) Group B 12:45 Georgia v Croatia • Georgia couldn’t do much to stop Greece in the first round of games and they face another difficult challenge when they clash with Croatia, who also enjoyed some easy cruising against
- [EA President Silva calls on national federations to support European community projects for water polo and swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-president-silva-calls-on-national-federations-to-support-european-community-projects-for-water-polo-and-swimming/): European Aquatics President Antonio Silva is inviting National Federations to involve themselves with community projects proposed for 2026 as part of the federation’s ongoing work in developing aquatics sports across the continent. This year EA plans to submit two new project applications under the European Cooperation Partnership programme, namely Mixed Ability Waterpolo and SwimSense. The
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships Day 3 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-day-3-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 3 – Monday 12 January (local times shown) Group A 12:45 Malta v France • Since both sides started with a heavy loss, this match is likely to decide the third qualifying spot in this group. • France are the favourites and history is also on
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: Alvaro Granados voted best men’s water polo player](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-european-aquatics-awards-mens-water-polo-athlete-of-the-year-alvaro-granados/): For the first time in his career, Spain's Alvaro Granados has been voted the 2025 European Aquatics Men’s Water Polo Athlete of the Year. He led the charge for Spain to clinch the World Cup title and then to the gold medal at the World Championships, where he became the tournament’s Most Valuable Player (MVP).
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025:  Marrit Steenbergen voted best women’s swimmer](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-marrit-steenbergen-voted-best-womens-swimmer/): Marrit Steenbergen has been named best women’s swimmer in the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards after an extraordinary season of success spanning long course and short course competition. The 25-year-old Dutch athlete, who earned 36.29% of the total vote, began her year in Singapore by retaining the 100m freestyle title she had
- [Belgrade 2026: Croatia, Italy, Greece and Romania dominate on second day of European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-italy-sweep-turkiye-aside-on-second-day-of-european-water-polo-championships/): Croatia, Greece, Italy and Romania all produced powerful displays to get their campaigns off to the perfect start on day two of the men’s European Water Polo Championships in Belgrade. Italy started proceedings by sweeping Türkiye aside, before Romania, Croatia and Greece followed suit in similar fashion as they dismantled Slovakia, Slovenia and Georgia respectively.
- [Lublin 2025: Steenbergen completes “double double” of European record wins on day 5](https://europeanaquatics.org/lublin-2025-steenbergen-completes-double-double-of-european-record-wins-on-day-5/): Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands secured a Lublin 2025 double double on day 5 as she added the women’s 200m medley and 100m freestyle titles to the 100m medley and 200m freestyle titles she had earned two days earlier - with all four wins coming in European and Championship records. It was an astonishing performance
- [Belgrade 2026: Mandic heroics rescue Serbia, while Spain, Hungary and Montenegro surge to victory on opening day of European Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-spain-surge-to-victory-on-opening-day-of-mens-european-water-polo-championships/): Dusan Mandic, Milan Glusac and VAR saved hosts Serbia from an embarrassing defeat to the Netherlands as the opening day of the European Championships ended with some explosive drama inside the Belgrade Arena on Saturday night. The Dutch stunned the Serbs by leading 7-4 midway through the second quarter and 10-9 heading into the final
- [Belgrade 2026: Day 2 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-day-2-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 2 – Sunday 11 January (local times shown) Group B 18.00 Slovenia v Croatia • The Slovenians have had three appearances between 1999 and 2006 when they usually finished either last or one better, then they returned to the big stage in 2022. That time they
- [Belgrade 2026: Day 1 match previews](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-day-1-match-previews/): Men’s European Water Polo Championships, Belgrade 2026 Match previews, Day 1 – Saturday 10 January (local times shown)Group A 15.15 Hungary v France • Besides topping the all-time medal chart with 13 titles and 26 medals in total (13-7-6), Hungary are celebrating the 100th anniversary of their first European title, clinched at the very first championship,
- [Belgrade 2026: Serbia ready to host another landmark European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-ready-to-host-another-landmark-european-championships/): After 2006 and 2016, Belgrade once again hosts the European Water Polo Championships in a year ending in six, already something of a tradition. This time, the men’s event takes place in the Serbian capital with 16 teams – and the opening press conference already suggested that, with the new playing format, the tournament will bring
- [Elite officials meet to further enhance refereeing standards ahead of European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/elite-officials-meet-to-further-enhance-refereeing-standards-ahead-of-european-water-polo-championships/): Europe’s leading water polo officials logged on from across the continent on Monday evening for the European Aquatics Water Polo Referees Advanced Certification Course, a major online educational event designed to further raise refereeing standards ahead of the forthcoming men’s and women’s European Championships, and the second half of the 2025/26 European club season. Held
- [Results of EA Athlete of the Year to be released from January 9 – with 60,000-plus public votes cast](https://europeanaquatics.org/results-of-ea-athlete-of-the-year-to-be-released-from-january-9-with-60000-plus-public-votes-cast/): The votes are in for the European Aquatics Athlete of the Year 2025 – and response has been enormous. A total of 61, 614 public votes have been registered, with men’s swimming receiving the largest proportion. As in previous years, the public vote via the website weighs 30%, with the remainder based on the internal
- [European Aquatics Athletes Committee chair Tancock reviews progress and charts ambitions ahead of LA 2028 Games](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athletes-committee-chair-tancock-reviews-progress-and-charts-ambitions-ahead-of-la-2028-games/): On-site interaction with competitors has become a key strategy for the European Aquatics Athletes Committee, established in 2022, which increased in size at the EA Congress held in Tbilisi last September and also became gender-balanced. There are now seven members - Simona Rushton (CZE, swimming); Caroline Jouisse (FRA, open water); Kristof Rasovszky (HUN, open water);
- [EA Athletes Committee chair Tancock charting his course in new era of co-operation and support](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-athletes-committee-chair-tancock-charting-his-course-in-new-era-of-co-operation-and-support/): In the second part of our look at the EA Athletes Committee, chair Liam Tancock reflects on his own aquatics journey After a world class swimming career Liam Tancock has reached a position where, as chair of the EA Athletes Committee, he can bring his experience and love of the sport to bear on behalf
- [Shortt’s year of success honoured by award as RTE’s Young Sportsperson of the Year](https://europeanaquatics.org/shortts-year-of-success-honoured-by-award-as-rtes-young-sportsperson-of-the-year/): John Shortt, who enjoyed an escalatingly successful 2025 in swimming, has been named by RTE - Ireland’s public broadcaster - as Young Sportsperson of the Year. The 18-year-old from Galway won European and world junior titles before earning his first senior international gold at the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships in Lublin, setting a
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: women’s high diving nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-womens-high-diving-nominees/): European Aquatics has announced the nominees for the women’s high diving athlete of the year, which consists of group of athletes who helped define a year of steady progress, growing confidence and increasing depth for the discipline across the continent. As pathways continue to expand ahead of the European Aquatics Championships 2026 in Paris and
- [One more day to cast your vote(s) in the 2025 European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards…jump to it!](https://europeanaquatics.org/one-more-day-to-cast-your-votes-in-the-2025-european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awardsjump-to-it/): Calling all followers of European Aquatics – you have one more day to vote in the 2025 Athlete of the Year Awards! The voting deadline is 23:59 CET tomorrow (December 31). There are five male and five female athletes in contention across the range of European Aquatics sports – swimming, open water swimming, diving, high diving, artistic
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: men’s high diving nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-mens-high-diving-nominees/): European Aquatics has announced the nominees for the men’s high diving athlete of the year, recognising a group of divers who defined a landmark season for the discipline and underlined Europe’s position at the forefront of the sport. With depth increasing and pathways expanding ahead of the European Aquatics Championships 2026 in Paris, the shortlist
- [Belgrade 2026: European Water Polo Championships facts and figures](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-european-water-polo-championships-facts-and-figures/): • EUROPEAN AQUATICS (EA / LEN): The “Ligue Européenne de Natation” – since 2023 European Aquatics – was founded on August 30, 1927 in Bologna/ITA by 11 countries and their national swimming federations, one year after the first European Championships in Swimming, Diving and Water Polo had been held in Budapest. Today LEN has 52
- [Belgrade 2026: Meet the teams – Group D – Italy, Romania, Slovakia and Türkiye](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-meet-the-teams-group-d-italy-romania-slovakia-and-turkiye/): ITALY • Italy have always belonged to the continental powerhouses. They joined the European party in 1938 and they finished outside the top 5 only 7 times in their following 29 appearances. They stood on the podium 11 times (3-2-7): won the title in 1947, 1993, 1995, were runners-up in 2001 and 2010 and bronze
- [Belgrade 2026: Meet the teams – Group C – Serbia, Spain, Netherlands and Israel](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-meet-the-teams-group-c-serbia-spain-netherlands-and-israel/): SERBIA • Serbia’s amazing run of 9 consecutive podium finishes came to an end in Budapest 2020 when they lost to Spain in the quarters (after penalties) and had to settle for the 5th place. Before Budapest 2020, they won 7 of the previous 9 editions (2001, 2003, 2006, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018), stood on
- [Belgrade 2026: Meet the teams – Group B – Croatia, Greece, Georgia and Slovenia](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-meet-the-teams-group-b-croatia-greece-georgia-and-slovenia/): CROATIA • After becoming an independent country, the Croats won their first medal in 1999 at the Europeans, a silver (before that their ranks were: 5th, 4th, 4th). This was followed by some ups and downs: 2001: 4., 2003: 2., 2006: 7., 2008: 4., before making the top at home in 2010, when they won
- [Belgrade 2026: Meet the teams – Group A – Hungary, Montenegro, France and Malta](https://europeanaquatics.org/belgrade-2026-meet-the-teams-group-a-hungary-montenegro-france-and-malta/): HUNGARY • Hungary are the most successful country in the history of the Europeans. They won the first title on offer in 1926, captured the following four as well – no other team have clinched five titles in a row – and amassed 13 golds altogether, also a record till date (1926, 1927, 1931, 1934,
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: men’s open water swimming nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-mens-open-water-swimming-nominees/): European Aquatics has announced the nominees for men’s open water swimming athlete of the year, recognising a group of athletes who delivered outstanding performances across the sport’s biggest international stages during one of the busiest years on record. The shortlist reflects success at both the World Aquatics Championships and European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Championships,
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: women’s open water swimming nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-womens-open-water-swimming-nominees/): European Aquatics has announced the nominees for the women’s open water swimming athlete of the year, with a five-strong list of the continent's greatest representatives all earning their place on the shortlist, with your votes deciding who will take the award. The shortlist brings together medallists from the World Aquatics Championships, continental champions and overall
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: women’s water polo nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-womens-water-polo-nominees/): At just 20 years of age, Foteini Tricha has already established herself as one of the brightest talents in women’s water polo and enjoyed a truly outstanding 2025. Tricha was a central figure as Greece were crowned world champions in Singapore, finishing the tournament as top scorer with 25 goals and earning a place in
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: men’s water polo nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-mens-water-polo-nominees/): Stylianos Argyropoulos can look back on another great year in his illustrious career. He clinched World Cup silver and World Championships bronze with the Greek national team, while at club level, he played a leading role in FTC-Telekom’s season which saw them claim 44 wins from 45 matches as they lifted all four trophies they
- [Malmsten renews status as European Aquatics’ Official Sports Equipment Supplier in four-year deal](https://europeanaquatics.org/malmsten-renews-status-as-european-aquatics-official-sports-equipment-supplier-in-four-year-deal/): Malmsten has renewed its longstanding status as European Aquatics’ Official Sports Equipment Supplier. The latest contract runs past the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics to September 2029. In a statement, the Swedish company announced: “Malmsten is proud to continue supplying Gold PRO® Racing Lanes in swimming events and goals, the field of play, and referee catwalk in
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: women’s diving nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-womens-diving-nominees/): Chiara Pellacani combined with Matteo Santoro to earn Italy’s first world diving gold since 2015 in the 3m synchro event, and also secured her first individual medals at this year’s World Aquatics Championships. It was the culmination of ambition for a pair who had been mixed 3m synchro silver medallists at the World Aquatics Championships
- [2025 in review: women’s diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-womens-diving/): Chiara Pellacani, who combined with Matteo Santoro to earn Italy’s first world diving gold since 2015 in the 3m synchro event, also secured two individual medals for herself at this year’s World Aquatics Championships. Pellacani, who turned 23 on September 12, had already earned four world medals, all in synchro events, but in Singapore she
- [2025 in Prospect: Men’s diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-prospect-mens-diving/): Men’s diving went from strength-to-strength on the continent in 2024, with several high-level international medals across 12 months of non-stop action. This year will provide a new set of challenges. The 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore frrom July 11 to August 3 will be where fans can expect Europeans to hold their own against
- [Singapore 2025: European divers take the plunge in medal quest at World Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/singapore-2025-european-divers-take-the-plunge-in-medal-quest-at-world-aquatics-championships/): European divers will seek to make a medal impact at the World Aquatics Championships as their nine-day competition starts tomorrow at the OCBC Aquatics Centre. A total of 13 titles will be on offer, and although China - winners of nine golds at last year’s Championships in Doha and all eight at the Paris 2024
- [2025 in review: men’s diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-mens-diving/): A year of outstanding performances by European male divers culminated in a significant showing at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Ukraine’s Oleksii Sereda, still only 19, earned the first individual world medal of his developing career as he took silver in a dramatic 10m platform final won with a final flourish by Australia’s Cassiel
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: men’s diving nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-mens-diving-nominees/): Ukraine’s Oleksii Sereda, still only 19, earned the first individual world medal of his developing career as he took silver in a dramatic 10m platform final won with a final flourish by Australia’s Cassiel Rousseau. Sereda thus added to the 10m mixed synchro and 10m synchro silvers he had earned at the respective 2022 and
- [Euro Cup Women: Ethnikos surge into last eight, while Trieste and Padova suffer first defeats](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-ethnikos-surge-into-last-eight-while-trieste-and-padova-suffer-first-defeats/): Ethnikos OFPF were the first team to book their place in the quarter-finals of the women's Euro Cup after a comprehensive 23-11 victory against Lille UC on Day 4 of the Group Stage. Elsewhere, Pallanuoto Trieste and Antenore Plebiscito Padova were beaten for the first time – by EPlus CN Catalunya and Zodiac CNAB respectively
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: men’s swimming nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-mens-swimming-nominees/): France’s 26-year-old Maxime Grousset held off Switzerland’s Noe Ponti to win the men’s 50m and 100m butterfly world titles in Singapore, clocking a national record of 22.48 in the 50 and a European record of 49.62 in the 100. He also helped France win 4x100m medley silver in a national record of 3:27.96 and mixed
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: women’s swimming nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-womens-swimming-nominees/): Simona Quadarella of Italy defended her world 800m and 1500m freestyle titles in Singapore, finishing fourth at the shorter distance in a European record of 8:12.81 and earning 1500m silver behind Paris 2024 champion Katy Ledecky of the United States in an European record of 15:31.79. Quadarella earned further honours at the European Aquatics Short
- [Euro Cup Women: Trieste, Ethnikos and Padova aiming to secure tickets to last eight](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-trieste-ethnikos-and-padova-aiming-to-secure-tickets-to-last-eight/): Ethnikos OFPF, Antenore Plebiscito Padova and Pallanuoto Trieste could all book their place in the Quarter Final Stage with a game to spare if they emerge victorious on Day 4 of the women's Euro Cup Group Stage this weekend. A win for either of the Italian teams would also see them guarantee the top spot
- [Lublin 2025 Strategic Coach Development clinic offered Aquatics Denmark insights to 34 attendees](https://europeanaquatics.org/lublin-2025-strategic-coach-development-clinic-offered-aquatics-denmark-insights-to-34-attendees/): The Strategic Coach Development clinic which took place during last week’s European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025 attracted 34 on-site attendees and three online from almost 20 countries. Facilitated by Kim Dietrichsen, Head of Coaching at Aquatics Denmark, the course at Lublin’s Hotel Victoria included a dedicated session on how trust, autonomy and
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: women’s artistic swimming nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-womens-artistic-swimming-nominees/): Italy’s Enrica Piccoli picked up the first international gold of her career at the European Aquatics Artistic Swimming Championships in Funchal as she combined with Lucrezia Ruggiero to win the women’s duet free routine. It was Italy’s first European duet title victory. The 26-year-old from Castelfranco Veneto added individual silver in the solo free routine.
- [European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: men’s artistic swimming nominees](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-athlete-of-the-year-awards-2025-mens-artistic-swimming-nominees/): Dennis Gonzalez was integral to the success Spain had at the World Aquatics Championships, where they won nine medals – more than any other nation – and finished third overall. The 21-year-old athlete won gold in the mixed duet free routine, partnering Iris Tio Casas, and silvers in the solo technical routine and the mixed
- [European Aquatics reveals nominees for 2025 Athlete of the Year Awards – and the public vote is now open!](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-reveals-nominees-for-2025-athlete-of-the-year-awards-and-the-public-vote-is-now-open/): European Aquatics is proud to reveal the nominees for the 2025 Athlete of the Year Awards, all of whom have distinguished themselves in a season that has involved world and European competition. The Awards will celebrate male and female competitors across the whole range of European Aquatics activities – swimming, open water swimming, diving, high
- [2025 in review: men’s artistic swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-mens-artistic-swimming/): Men’s artistic swimming continued its rapid rise in 2025, with European athletes achieving landmark results at world, continental, junior and youth level. Breakthrough medals, historic partnerships and the emergence of a new generation ensured the discipline took another step forward in visibility and competitiveness. Spain’s success at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore last July
- [Masters swimmers make their mark as European Short Course Championships come to a close](https://europeanaquatics.org/masters-swimmers-make-their-mark-as-european-short-course-championships-come-to-a-close/): The European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Masters Lublin 2025 offered a vivid reminder of what Masters swimming represents at its very best: elite-level performances, record-breaking swims and deeply human stories unfolding side by side. Across five days of competition in Poland, swimmers from a wide range of age groups and backgrounds filled the pool
- [2025 in review: women’s swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-womens-swimming/): Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands, Ruta Meilutyte of Lithuania and Germany’s Anna Elendt flew the banner for European women with gold medal-winning performances at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Steenbergen, 25, retained the 100m freestyle title she had won in Doha the previous year as she clocked 52.55 to hold off the challenge of
- [2025 in review: men’s swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-mens-swimming/): Europe’s male swimmers continued to make a huge global impact in a year featuring the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore and the European Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025 as well as the usual World Cup racing programme. Of the 20 men’s events contested in Singapore, 12 were won by individuals or teams from Europe,
- [2025 in review: women’s water polo](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-womens-water-polo/): European women’s water polo enjoyed an exceptional 2025, with the continent asserting its strength across both major global competitions – the World Cup and World Championships – and signalling a clear shift in the balance of power away from the long-established dominance of the United States. The highlight came in July at the World Championships
- [2025 in review: women’s artistic swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-womens-artistic-swimming/): Lilou Lluis Valette and Iris Tio Casas contributed gold in the women's duet free routine to Spain's total of nine medals at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Credit: Hiroyuki Nakamura/World Aquatics Spain’s total of nine medals at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore - more than any other nation - was significantly aided by
- [Lublin 2025: Hunter reviews a week of records, duels and teen success in Poland](https://europeanaquatics.org/lublin-2025-hunter-reviews-a-week-of-records-duels-and-teen-success-in-poland/): The European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025 which concluded successfully last Sunday with two golds for the Polish hosts were compelling for a number of reasons. Craig Hunter, chair of the EA Technical Swimming Committee, officiated at the Aqua Lublin venue from December 2 to 7 and here he reviews some of the
- [Champions League Women: St Andreu, Mataro and Roma punch their Quarter Final tickets after four rounds](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-st-andreu-mataro-and-roma-punch-their-quarter-final-tickets-after-four-rounds/): Title-holders St Andreu, Mataro and SIS Roma secured their respective places in the quarter-finals of the women's Champions League on Saturday, while Olympiacos are also virtually through after maintaining their perfect record. Elsewhere, FTC came away with a huge win at Vouliagmeni, moving a step closer to the last eight and taking over the lead
- [Euro Cup Women: Padova among the big winners on Day 3 of Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-padova-among-the-big-winners-on-day-3-of-group-stage/): Antenore Plebiscito Padova, BVSC Manna ABC, EPlus CN Catalunya and Polar Bears all edged closer to the Quarter Finals of the Euro Cup after each side recorded fine wins on Day 3 of the Group Stage. 2025/26 Euro Cup WomenGroup Stage, Day 3Saturday 13 December(all rankings after two games each) Group ALille UC (FRA) 12-24
- [Champions League Women: Several key clashes close the club year](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-several-key-clashes-close-the-club-year/): Heading into the Christmas break – and the national teams’ prep period for the Europeans – one last round is due this Saturday in the Champions League Women, featuring a handful of outstanding battles. The three sides on maximum points, Olympiacos, Mataro and St Andreu, are all set to secure their quarter-final berths, while the
- [Lublin 2025: Final day brings two golds for Poland, two for Estonia and a fifth for Steenbergen as Italy tops medals table](https://europeanaquatics.org/lublin-2025-final-day-brings-two-golds-for-poland-two-for-estonia-and-a-fifth-for-steenbergen-as-italy-tops-medals-table/): A packed Aqua Lublin arena reverberated in celebration tonight as the final session of the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships brought the hosts the gold they had hoped for, courtesy of Katarzyna Wasick in the women’s 50m freestyle, and one they had not dared to hope for, from Justina Kozan in the 400m medley.
- [Euro Cup Women: Race for Quarter Finals resumes ahead of festive break](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-race-for-quarter-finals-resumes/): As the women's Euro Cup group stage reaches its halfway point, several teams are looking to get off the mark this weekend, while BVSC Manna ABC and ANC Glyfada iRepair face off to determine who takes control of Group B. Elsewhere, 2024 winners Antenore Plebiscito Padova could plant one foot firmly in the last eight
- [Funchal 2026: Tickets on sale for women’s European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-tickets-on-sale-for-womens-european-water-polo-championships/): Tickets are now on sale for the women's 2026 European Water Polo Championships, which will be contested in Funchal on the Portuguese island of Madeira from 26 January to 5 February.Portugal is set to make history as it hosts the competition for the first time, adding a significant milestone to the tournament’s 21st edition. This
- [European Aquatics joins 116 organisations in calling for stronger EU support for sport and physical activity in the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF 2028–2034)](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-joins-116-organisations-in-calling-for-stronger-eu-support-for-sport-and-physical-activity-in-the-next-multiannual-financial-framework-mff-2028-2034/): European Aquatics has co-signed a Joint Statement alongside 116 organisations from across the European sport and physical activity ecosystem. The statement calls on EU institutions to prioritise sport and physical activity in the upcoming Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028–2034 and in the future Erasmus+ Programme. The Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) is the EU’s seven-year
- [Masters swimmers set to light up Lublin as European Championships begin](https://europeanaquatics.org/masters-swimmers-set-to-light-up-lublin-as-european-championships-begin/): The countdown is almost complete as the European Aquatics Masters Short Course Swimming Championships return tomorrow for the second edition of this fast-growing continental event. From 10-14 December, the Polish city of Lublin will host over a thousand masters swimmers from across Europe, marking the next chapter in a competition that made a highly successful
- [Helen Sadler: finding joy, friendship and fast swimming at Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/helen-sadler-finding-joy-friendship-and-fast-swimming-at-lublin-2025/): Helen Sadler will be among Great Britain’s leading entrants at the European Aquatics Masters Short Course Swimming Championships in Lublin this week. Swimming out of Trafford Metro in Manchester, the club she joined at age 10, Sadler has competed in masters meets virtually non‑stop since 1998 – even through university, family life, and a stint
- [Challenger Cup Water Polo: Route to men’s and women’s finals revealed after Qualification Round II draw](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-water-polo-route-to-mens-and-womens-finals-revealed-after-qualification-round-ii-draw/): The draw for the men’s and women’s Challenger Cup Qualification Round II took place in Zagreb on Monday morning, revealing the path ahead for the remaining teams as they set their sights on March's finals. In the men's draw, Sliema ASC, San Giljan ASC, AVK Branik Maribor, Carouge Natation, Enka Sport Club, Heybeliada ASC, RD
- [Live streaming and draw details for men’s and women’s Challenger Cup Qualification Round II](https://europeanaquatics.org/live-streaming-and-draw-details-for-the-mens-and-womens-challenger-cup-qualification-round-ii/): The draw for Qualification Round II of the men's and women's Challenger Cup will take place on Monday 8 December and be streamed live on the European Aquatics YouTube channel at 10am (CET). In the men's Challenger Cup, Sliema ASC, San Giljan ASC, AVK Branik Maribor, Carouge Natation, Enka Sport Club, Heybeliada ASC, RD Mouscronnois
- [2025 in review: women’s open water swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-womens-open-water-swimming/): European women once again played a defining role in open water swimming during 2025, producing a season marked by emerging young talent, resurgent veterans, and a broad spread of success across several nations. From a humid and tactical World Championships in Singapore to the sunlit bay of Stari Grad for the European Championships, the continent’s
- [Champions League Men: Highlights show and five talking points from matchday 5](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-highlights-show-and-five-talking-points-from-matchday-5/): 1. It's pure madness in Group D. At the end of the penultimate round, Barceloneta clinched the top spot – which wasn’t all that surprising, but the way they reached safe waters had been a far more extraordinary journey than anyone expected before the Group Stage. After Day 2, that outcome was no longer certain,
- [Challenger Cup Women: All four advancing teams confirmed after thrilling final day of qualifying action](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-all-four-advancing-teams-confirmed-after-thrilling-final-day-of-qualifying-action/): Nine goals from Nevsehir Belediye SK's Milana Molnar helped inspire her team to a crucial 14-15 victory against Asten Johnson Strakonice on the final day of the women's Challenger Cup Qualification Round I. Elsewhere, SSV Esslingen downed Slavia UK Bratislava WP, and Hapoel Emek Hayarden sank ZVU Partizan, as all three winners on Sunday booked
- [Challenger Cup Women: London Otter secure second successive victory and ticket to next phase](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-london-otter-secure-second-successive-victory-and-ticket-to-next-phase/): London Otter goalkeeper Sophie Schonbach was the hero, saving a penalty with just five seconds remaining against Hapoel Emek Hayarden to preserve her team’s lead and secure their place in the next round of the women’s Challenger Cup. Meanwhile, all four teams in Group A are level on three points, setting up a final day
- [Lublin 2025: Grousset, Marti and Gose grab gold on a night of dramatic duels – as Damborg strikes again](https://europeanaquatics.org/lublin-2025-grousset-marti-and-gose-grab-gold-on-a-night-of-dramatic-duels-as-damborg-strikes-again/): Compelling duels were the main feature on day 4 of Lublin 2025 as France’s Maxime Grousset defeated Switzerland’s Noe Ponti - just - at the third time of asking, Spain’s Carles Coll Marti held off Caspar Corbeau of The Netherlands in the men’s 200m breaststroke and Germany’s Isabel Gose beat Simona Quadarella to the women’s
- [Challenger Cup Women: Otter, Nevsehir and Strakonice off to winning starts on opening day of Qualification Round I](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-women-otter-nevsehir-and-strakonice-off-to-winning-starts-on-opening-day-of-qualification-round-i/): London Otter blew away hosts Partizan in Belgrade amidst a scoring festival on the opening day of the qualifications in the Challenger Cup Women. Elsewhere, Belediye beat Slavia Bratislava with ease, while Strakonice had to dig deep to bring down Esslingen. 2025/26 Challenger Cup WomenQualification Round IGroup Stage, Day 1Friday 5 December Group A(Strakonice)Nevsehir Belediye
- [Lublin 2025: Two golden European records for Steenbergen on day 3 – and a world relay record for Italy](https://europeanaquatics.org/two-golden-european-records-for-steenbergen-on-lublin-2025-day-3-and-a-world-relay-record-for-italy/): Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands earned a golden double on Lublin 2025 day 3 as she took the women’s 100m medley and 200m freestyle titles in European and Championship record times – with Italy rounding off a dizzying night by posting a world record of 1:27.26 in the mixed 4x50m freestyle. Elsewhere, Ireland’s Olympic 800m
- [2025 in review: men’s open water swimming](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-mens-open-water-swimming/): European men reaffirmed their supremacy in open water swimming throughout 2025, delivering standout performances across the World and European Championships as well as the major season-long cup series'. Germany, Hungary, Italy and France led the charge, sharing podiums and titles across nearly every race. Florian Wellbrock’s golden sweep at the World Championships, Kristóf Rasovszky’s triple
- [Lublin 2025: Young talent turns golden on day 2 as Shortt, Damborg and Jefimova excel](https://europeanaquatics.org/young-talent-turns-golden-on-lublin-2025-day-2-as-shortt-damborg-and-jefimova-excel/): Three super-talented 18-year-olds earned gold on day two of the European Aquatics Short Course Championships Lublin 2025, with John Shortt of Ireland and Denmark’s Martine Damborg securing first senior titles and Estonia’s Eneli Jefimova retaining the one she earned two years ago. Elsewhere on another evening of high excitement in the Aqua Lublin arena Switzerland's
- [Lublin 2025: Two medals for hosts on day 1 as Gose clocks European record and McMillan earns first individual title](https://europeanaquatics.org/two-medals-for-hosts-on-lublin-2025-day-1-as-gose-clocks-european-record-and-mcmillan-earns-first-individual-title/): Germany’s Isabel Gose got the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025 off to a dazzling start as she won the women’s 400m freestyle in a European record of 3:54.33 on an evening when Great Britain’s Jack McMillan - 4x200m Olympic and world gold medallist - earned his first individual title in the men’s
- [Champions League Men: Radnicki’s late surge sinks Mladost, Hannover stun Sabadell](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-radnickis-late-surge-sinks-mladost-hannover-stun-sabadell/): Radnicki Kragujevac scored the last six goals of the match against Mladost as they came back from three goals down to stay in the hunt. Olympiacos thrashed Vasas and are on their way to the last eight, although the final round in this group promises to be thrilling. Hannover claimed another stunning win to oust
- [Euro Cup Men: Fight for remaining qualification spots set to intensify on penultimate day of Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-fight-for-remaining-qualification-spots-set-to-intensify-on-penultimate-day-of-group-stage/): Depending on results, all eight of the qualification spots could be sealed on Day 5 of the men's Euro Cup Group Stage. Thursday's highlights include CN Terrassa's visit to VK Solaris Sibenik, where an away win could be enough for the Spaniards to join VK Jug AO in the next round from Group A. Elsewhere,
- [2025 in review: mixed diving](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-in-review-mixed-diving/): Chiara Pellacani and Matteo Santoro, mixed 3m synchro silver medallists at the World Aquatics Championships in 2022 and 2024 and bronze medallists in 2023, hit the top in Singapore as they earned Italy’s first world mixed 3m synchronised title and first world diving gold since 2015. Pellacani, 22, who also earned her first and second
- [Champions League Men: Brescia shock FTC, CNAB complete huge comeback in Marseille](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-brescia-shock-ftc-cnab-complete-huge-comeback-in-marseille/): Barceloneta are the next team to advance to the Quarter Final stage of the men's Champions League after coming back from three goals down in the fourth period against CN Marseille, with a penalty save by Unai Aguirre 15 seconds from time securing all three points for the Spaniards. Elsewhere, AN Brescia ended FTC’s unbeaten
- [Record-breaking participation numbers ahead of European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Masters Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/record-breaking-participation-numbers-ahead-of-european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-masters-lublin-2025/): European Aquatics is delighted to celebrate a landmark moment for the masters community as preparations continue for the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Masters Lublin 2025, taking place from 10-14 December. With just under 2,000 registrations confirmed - including 1,414 athletes alongside coaches, team staff, and support personnel - the second edition of this
- [Champions League Men: Big teams face do-or-die matches on Day 5 of Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-big-teams-face-do-or-die-matches-on-day-5-of-group-stage/): The penultimate round of the Group Stage in the men's Champions League will offer a couple of thrilling contests where there is a lot at stake. Radnicki Kragujevac and CN Marseille, both with star-studded line-ups, are playing for survival, and their tasks are anything but easy as the Serbs clash with Mladost Zagreb while Marseille
- [Wasick wishing for podium finishes at Lublin 2025 as Vanotterdijk, Quadarella, Gose and Steenbergen eye gold](https://europeanaquatics.org/wasick-wishing-for-podium-finishes-at-lublin-2025-as-vanotterdijk-quadarella-gose-and-steenbergen-eye-gold/): Poland’s Katarzyna Wasick, who said today that being part of a home European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships meant “everything” to her, will strive mightily to earn a title at Lublin 2025 when competition begins tomorrow. The 33-year-old US-based swimmer’s podium prospects look strong as she tops the rankings for the women’s 50m freestyle, in
- [Home athletes relishing Lublin 2025 challenge as Ponti and Wiffen set targets on eve of competition](https://europeanaquatics.org/home-athletes-relishing-lublin-2025-challenge-as-ponti-and-wiffen-set-targets-on-eve-of-competition/): Excitement over the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships in Lublin was palpable at today’s opening press conference - and most particularly from Polish athletes preparing for the home event that will run from December 2 to 7. Home swimmers Katarzyna Wasick, Adela Piskorska and Krzysztof Chmielewski described their pride at taking part, sitting alongside
- [Ponti and Grousset on collision course in men’s events at Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/ponti-and-grousset-on-collision-course-in-mens-events-at-lublin-2025/): The convergence of Switzerland’s Noe Ponti and Maxime Grousset of France promises to be one of the highlights of the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships which start in Lublin on Tuesday (December 2). Ponti has been a short course sensation in the last two years and he will have every reason to be confident
- [EA Swimming Clinic 2026, crucial for all officials, to be held in Sofia from February 28 to March 1](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-swimming-clinic-2026-crucial-for-all-officials-to-be-held-in-sofia-from-february-28-to-march-1/): The European Aquatics Swimming Clinic 2026 will be held in the Bulgarian capital of Sofia from February 28 to March 1. All certified swimming officials wishing to participate in European Aquatics events during 2026 must attend this important clinic, either in-person or via the online facility, details of which will be announced in due course.
- [Challenger Cup Men: All 12 teams confirmed for next stage after thrilling final day of Qualification Round I action](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-all-12-teams-confirmed-for-next-stage-after-thrilling-final-day-of-qualification-round-i-action/): The 12 teams set to contest the men's Challenger Cup Qualification Round II from 13-15 February 2026 have been confirmed, following the dramatic conclusion of Qualification Round I on Sunday. Sliema ASC, San Giljan ASC, AVK Branik Maribor, Carouge Natation, Enka Sport Club, Heybeliada ASC, RD Mouscronnois and Cetus Espoo all advance after finishing in
- [Euro Cup Women: Trieste and Ethnikos maintain perfect starts in Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-trieste-and-ethnikos-maintain-perfect-starts-in-group-stage/): Ethnikos OFPF and Pallanuoto Trieste maintained their perfect starts to the women's Euro Cup Group Stage as they both roared to home victories against Polar Bears and III Keruleti TVE respectively. Elsewhere, a strong start from ANC Glyfada iRepair saw them begin their campaign with a victory against newcomers Hapoel Yoqneam, and Zodiac CNAB secured
- [Champions League Women: Mataro, Olympiacos and St Andreu all secure third straight win](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-mataro-olympiacos-and-st-andreu-all-secure-third-straight-win/): Title-holders St Andreu and last season's bronze medallists Olympiacos each won comfortably on Day 3 of the women’s Champions League Group Stage, while Mataro claimed a stunning 7–12 away win in Sabadell. These results ensured all three teams kept their perfect records intact. 2025/26 Champions League WomenGroup Stage, Day 3Saturday 29 November Group A Alimos
- [Challenger Cup Men: Four teams seal qualification after dramatic second day of action](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-four-teams-secure-qualification-after-dramatic-second-day-of-action/): Sliema ASC, Carouge Natation, AVK Branik Maribor and Enka Sport Club all booked their tickets to the next phase after securing their second straight wins in the men’s Challenger Cup Qualification Round I. Saturday's results also set up some intriguing concluding clashes for Sunday. 2025/26 Challenger Cup MenQualification Round I, Day 2Saturday 29 November Group
- [Top names attending Opening Press Conference for European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/top-names-attending-opening-press-conference-for-european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-lublin-2025/): Leading swimmers including Poland’s Katarzyna Wasick and Adela Piskorska, Switzerland’s Noe Ponti, Marrit Steenbergen of The Netherlands, Belgium's Roos Vanotterdijk and Ireland’s Daniel Wiffen will attend an Opening Press Conference ahead of competition at Lublin 2025. The conference will be held on Monday, December 1, at 1:00 PM at the Arche Hotel in Lublin, Poland. The European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships will
- [European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 will include Water Polo and be open to athletes with disabilities for first time ever](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-masters-championships-2026-will-include-water-polo-and-be-open-to-athletes-with-disabilities-for-first-time-ever/): European Aquatics convened a press conference at the X-BIONIC® Sphere in Samorin, Slovakia on November 27 to present the plans for the European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026. The event brought together key partners, including European Aquatics President Antonio Silva, Arno Pajek, President of the Austrian Swimming Federation, and Richard Ungerhofer, representing the X-BIONIC® Sphere. BE
- [European delegation visits Belarus to discuss reintegration into European Aquatics](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-delegation-visits-belarus-to-discuss-reintegration-into-european-aquatics/): European Aquatics President Antonio Silva has visited Belarus, heading a delegation including Vice President Erkan Yalcin, the President of the Georgian Aquatics Sports Federation Aleksandre Nikolaishvili and Vice President Alexander Bitadze. The delegation had two days of meetings to discuss the integration of Belarus into European aquatics activities. Following a meeting with the Secretary General
- [Challenger Cup Men: Malta’s Sliema and San Giljan among the six teams to get off to winning starts](https://europeanaquatics.org/challenger-cup-men-maltas-sliema-and-san-giljan-among-the-six-teams-to-get-off-to-winning-starts/): Malta's two representatives – Sliema ASC and San Giljan ASC – both got off to winning starts on Day 1 of the men's Challenger Cup Qualification Round on Friday. Elsewhere, there were crucial victories for Carouge Natation, AVK Branik Maribor, Enka Sport Club and RD Mouscronnois. With the top two teams from each group progressing
- [Euro Cup Women: Trieste and Ethnikos aiming for second successive Group Stage victories](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-trieste-and-ethnikos-aiming-for-second-successive-group-stage-victories/): After sitting out Day 1, Netherlands' Polar Bears, Greece's ANC Glyfada iRepair, France's Grand Nancy and Hungary's III Keruleti TVE all enter the action on Day 2 of the women's Euro Cup Group Stage, looking to kick-start their campaigns with much-needed victories. Ethnikos OFPF and Pallanuoto Trieste, meanwhile, are searching for back-to-back wins, which would
- [Champions League Women: Crucial matches in sight as Group Stage reaches halfway point](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-crucial-matches-in-sight-as-group-stage-reaches-halfway-point/): The top-ranked sides are aiming to strengthen their positions on Day 3 of the women's Champions League Group Stage. Another win would offer extra comfort for Olympiacos, Sabadell, Vouliagmeni and St Andreu, while a couple of teams could edge to the brink of elimination with a third straight loss. 2025/26 Champions League WomenGroup Stage, Day
- [Ireland’s Wiffen set for triple title defence at Lublin 2025 in first competitive outing since surgery](https://europeanaquatics.org/irelands-wiffen-set-for-triple-title-defence-at-lublin-2025-in-first-competitive-outing-since-surgery/): Two years after the 2023 European Aquatics Short Course Championships in Otopeni, where he won gold in the 400m, 800m and 1500m freestyle, setting a world record in the second event, Ireland’s Daniel Wiffen is preparing to defend his titles in Lublin. After that startling performance in Romania Wiffen’s career hit even greater heights as
- [Polish hosts name powerful team as final entries declared for European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/polish-hosts-name-powerful-team-as-final-entries-declared-for-european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-lublin-2025/): Hosts Poland have named a 26-strong team for the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships that start in Lublin on Tuesday. The final list of entries for Championships that will run from December 2 to 7 comprises 533 athletes from 45 countries, with other largest teams belonging to Italy (32), Germany (31), Sweden (29), Spain
- [European Water Polo Championships: Technical Officials, EA Committees and Bureau Representatives announced for Belgrade and Funchal](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-water-polo-championships-technical-officials-ea-committees-and-bureau-representatives-announced-for-belgrade-and-funchal/): European Aquatics has announced the appointments of the Technical Officials, EA Committees and Bureau Representatives for the European Aquatics Men's and Women's European Water Polo Championships 2026. The men's tournament will take place in Belgrade, Serbia, from 10th to 25th January 2026, while the women's tournament will take place in Funchal, Portugal, from 26th January
- [Garcia reflects on “really important” new athlete representative role at EA Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/garcia-reflects-on-really-important-new-athlete-representative-role-at-ea-championships/): This year was the first in which European Aquatics Championship events have had selected members of the EA Athletes Committee present to liaise with competitors in order to troubleshoot any problems and provide instant feedback to organisers. For Spain’s Emma Garcia, the 26-year-old former artistic swimmer who became vice chair of the Athletes Committee in
- [Champions League Men: Highlights show and five talking points from matchday 4](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-highlights-show-and-five-talking-points-from-matchday-4/): 1. A penalty – called just as the buzzer sounded – halted Olympiacos’ unbeaten run this season, not only in the Champions League, but across all competitions. The Greeks fell in Zagreb despite leading 7-10 deep into the third period. On matchday 1, they beat Mladost despite missing four penalties – this time they converted
- [Switzerland’s Ponti targeting more short course medals at Lublin 2025 as Italian selection shows big ambitions](https://europeanaquatics.org/switzerlands-ponti-targeting-more-short-course-medals-at-lublin-2025-as-italian-selection-shows-big-ambitions/): Noe Ponti will seek to add to his formidable collection of medals at the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships which start in Lublin, Poland on Tuesday week (December 2). The 24-year-old Swiss athlete ended 2024 on a high as he set five short course world records and earned three golds at December’s World Aquatics
- [Euro Cup Men: Jug and Savona secure fourth consecutive wins to reach Eight Finals](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-jug-and-savona-secure-fourth-consecutive-wins-to-reach-eight-finals/): VK Jug AO – the 2024 Euro Cup champions – and RN Savona – the 2023 Euro Cup runners-up – both booked their tickets to the Eight Finals on Thursday night with two games to spare. Three late away goals for Jug finally ended Terrassa's resistance, while Savona outclassed Spandau 04 Berlin with a dominant home
- [Champions League Men: Pro Recco reach last eight after sinking Novi Beograd on Day 4 of Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-pro-recco-reach-last-eight-after-sinking-novi-beograd-on-day-4-of-group-stage/): Pro Recco became the second team to qualify for the Quarter Final Stage after a powerful third-quarter performance helped them outgun VK Novi Beograd by four goals. Elsewhere, SPD Radnicki's seasoned pros combined to sink Vasas Plaket in Budapest, Jadran finally got off the mark with a hard-fought home victory against Herceg Novi, and Zodiac
- [Vanotterdijk, Jefimova, Gose, Kohler, Tuncelli, Pou and Gorbenko in new wave of adds for Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/vanotterdijk-jefimova-gose-kohler-tuncelli-pou-and-gorbenko-in-new-wave-of-adds-for-lublin-2025/): With less than two weeks to go until the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025 get underway another wave of top class participants has been confirmed. The latest tranche of team announcements for the event – which runs in Poland from December 2 to 7 - includes swimmers who have earned world and
- [Euro Cup Men: First tickets to Eight Finals in sight on Day 4 of Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-first-tickets-to-eight-finals-set-to-be-booked-on-day-4-of-group-stage/): As the competition reaches Day 4 of the men's Euro Cup Group Stage, the first tickets to the Eight Finals could be confirmed on Thursday night. This week’s highlights include VK Jug AO’s trip to CN Terrassa – a game that could decide who finishes top of Group A – and BVSC Manna ABC’s clash
- [Conference Cup: Men’s and women’s Qualification Round II draws set up eagerly awaited next phase](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-mens-and-womens-qualification-round-ii-draws-set-up-eagerly-awaited-next-phase/): Wednesday morning saw the highly anticipated draws for the men's and women's Conference Cup Qualification Round II take place in Zagreb, with all 31 clubs – 18 men's and 13 women's – learning the route they'll take in the next stage.The men's Qualification Round II will be played with 18 teams divided into two groups of
- [European Aquatics named Sport Organisation of the Year at first SIGA Sport Integrity Awards in Riyadh](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-named-sport-organisation-of-the-year-at-first-siga-sport-integrity-awards-in-riyadh/): European Aquatics has been named as Sport Organisation of the Year at the inaugural SIGA Sport Integrity Awards which took place tonight at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center (Malham) in Saudi Arabia. The SIGA (Sport Integrity Global Alliance) citation said the award recognised the “remarkable governance reforms and integrity advancements” within European Aquaticsunder the leadership of its
- [Champions League Men: Title-holders FTC qualify, as Mladost stun Olympiacos with last-second winner](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-title-holders-ftc-qualify-as-mladost-stun-olympiacos-with-last-second-winner/): FTC-Telekom were held 4-4 at half-time by Oradea, as the Romanians put up a great fight – only to be completely outclassed in the second half after the title-holders switched gears and staged a 0-13 rout. Fradi became the first team to reach the Quarter Final Stage. Tuesday's other clashes offered a lot more excitement.
- [Conference Cup Men/Women: Watch the Qualification Round II draw live on Wednesday morning](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-women-watch-the-qualification-round-ii-draw-live-on-wednesday-morning/): After all the dramatic men's and women's Conference Cuo Qualification Round I action, all the advancing teams are set to learn their fate when the draw for Qualification Round II takes place on Wednesday 19 November at 10:00am CET. The 10 men's teams that progressed from the first round – CN Posillipo, De Akker Team,
- [Champions League Men: Pressure growing as second half of Group Stage begins](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-pressure-growing-as-second-half-of-group-stage-begins/): Heading into the second half of the Champions League group stage, the stakes are higher and the pressure is growing, as the margin for error gets smaller by the minute in the matches scheduled for Day 4. Group A(CET times shown) Tuesday 20.30 HAVK Mladost Zagreb (CRO) v Olympiacos Piraeus (GRE) Head-to-head: 0-3Day 1: 9-13.
- [Conference Cup Women: All eight teams confirmed for next round after thrilling final day of qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-all-eight-teams-confirmed-for-next-round-after-thrilling-final-day-of-qualifiers/): After five tickets to the next stage of the women's Conference Cup were secured on Saturday, the remaining three places were confirmed on Sunday after a dramatic final day's action. SV Blau Weiss Bochum edged past Goztepe Sport Klub 15-12, CSM Unirea Alba Iulia won a thriller against VK Jadran Split thanks to a last-second
- [2026 Champions League Men and Women Final Fours to Be Held Together](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-champions-league-men-and-women-final-fours-to-be-held-together/)
- [Conference Cup Women: Five teams seal ticket to next round after dramatic second day of qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-five-teams-seal-ticket-to-next-round-after-dramatic-second-day-of-qualifiers/): Day two of the women's Conference Cup Qualification Round saw five teams – CN Sant Feliu, Smile Cosenza Pallanuoto, CN Tenerife Echeyde, AC PAOK and NC Chania – secure their place in the next round after all five roared to victory in their respective games across the continent. 2025/26 Conference Cup WomenQualification Round, Day 2Saturday 15
- [Conference Cup Women: Chania stage late fightback to earn two points on opening day of qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-women-chania-stage-late-fightback-to-earn-two-points-on-opening-day-of-qualifiers/): The opening day saw seven lopsided contests in the Conference Cup Women’s Qualification Round, while the clash between Chania and ZVL-1866 produced a thriller. The Dutch were on their way to win the game at 4-7, but Chania came up with three connecting goals in the last two minutes and then won the shootout. 2025/26
- [Champions League Men: Highlights show and five talking points from matchday 3](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-highlights-show-and-five-talking-points-from-matchday-3/): 1. Hitting the halfway mark, it’s clear that title-holders FTC-Telekom, 11-time winners Pro Recco and a reshaped Olympiacos Piraeus made the most of the first three rounds, as they're the only teams with a perfect record. At the other end of the scale, Vasas, Primorac Kotor and Jadran Split are already heading toward the exit
- [Euro Cup Men: Vouliagmeni secure shootout victory against Panathinaikos in spectacular Greek derby](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-vouliagmeni-secure-shootout-victory-against-panathinaikos-in-greek-derby/): Vouliagmeni NC won the Greek derby after a dramatic penalty shootout against Panathinaikos AC on Day 3 of the men’s Euro Cup Group Stage. Other highlights included VK Jug AO downing domestic rivals VK Solaris Sibenik, ASC Duisburg narrowly missing out on their first points at CN Terrassa, RN Savona edging CSA Steaua Bucharest in
- [Champions League Men: Olympiacos and Sabadell secure crucial away victories](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-olympiacos-and-sabadell-secure-crucial-away-victories/): KEIO CN Sabadell edged a tight contest in southern France, stunning CN Marseille to claim all three crucial points, while Olympiacos secured a narrow away win over SPD Radnicki on Day 3 of the men's Champions League Group Stage. Elsewhere, FTC Telekom Waterpolo cruised past VPK Primorac Kotor in Budapest, and Zodiac CNAB hammered Waspo
- [Funchal 2026: Women’s European Water Polo Championships schedule announced](https://europeanaquatics.org/funchal-2026-womens-european-water-polo-championships-schedule-announced/): The wait is over – the full schedule for the 2026 Women’s European Water Polo Championships has been announced, setting the stage for an unforgettable start to the new year. Europe’s top 16 teams – Netherlands, Hungary, Spain, Greece, Italy, France, Great Britain, Croatia, Portugal, Romania, Germany, Türkiye, Serbia, Switzerland, Israel and Slovakia – can
- [Sarkany, Betlehem, Kesely and Szabo in Hungary team for European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/sarkany-betlehem-kesely-and-szabo-in-hungary-team-for-european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-lublin-2025/): Zalan Sarkany, David Betlehem, Ajna Kesely and Szebasztian Szabo head a 22-strong Hungarian team named today for next month’s European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025. The line-up will also feature the quartet who won women’s 4x200m freestyle silver at the 2024 World Aquatics Swimming Championships (25m) in Budapest. Twelfth in the medals table
- [Euro Cup Men: Croatian and Greek showdowns await as halfway mark arrives](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-croatian-and-greek-showdowns-await-as-halfway-mark-arrives/): As the men’s Euro Cup Group Stage reaches the halfway point, the pressure is starting to mount. Several teams are fighting to keep their qualification dreams alive, while others have the chance to take a big step toward the next round. Among this week’s standout clashes are the Croatian derby between VK Jug AO and
- [Champions League Men: Jadran Herceg Novi claim huge win in Belgrade](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-jadran-herceg-novi-claim-huge-win-in-belgrade/): Jadran m:tel Herceg Novi and HAVK Mladost pulled off crucial away wins on Day 3 of the men's Champions League Group Stage. The Montenegrins beat last season’s finalists Novi Beograd, while Mladost scored the final three goals in Budapest to fend off Vasas’s late surge. Elsewhere, the Italian sides cruised to comfortable victories – Recco
- [Conference Cup Men: All 10 tickets to next phase confirmed after action-packed final day](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-all-10-tickets-to-next-phase-confirmed-after-action-packed-final-day/): VK Partizan Belgrade were among the 10 teams celebrating reaching the next phase of the men's Conference Cup after Qualification Round I concluded on Sunday. The young Serbians surprised the already-qualified De Akker Team to leapfrog EVK Zaibas in Group D, while CN Posillipo, Endo Plus Service Honved, Panionios GSS, CN Tenerife Echeyde, VK Mornar
- [Champions League Men: Tension rises with plenty at stake as halfway mark arrives](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-men-tension-rises-with-plenty-at-stake-as-halfway-mark-arrives/): Things are getting serious in all four groups as the men's Champions League Group Stage hits the halfway mark this week. Teams already having lost one or even two matches might face the exit after another defeat, so tensions will grow across the eight pools where more top-level action is in sight this Tuesday and
- [Euro Cup Women: Padova, BVSC, Trieste and Ethnikos secure victories on opening day](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-women-padova-bvsc-trieste-and-ethnikos-secure-victories-on-opening-day/): BVSC Manna ABC, Antenore Plebiscito Padova and Pallanuoto Trieste were all made to work hard for their opening wins in the women’s Euro Cup Group Stage, digging deep to see off spirited opposition. In contrast, Ethnikos OFPF made light work of their trip to northern France, sweeping past Lille UC in style. 2025/26 Euro Cup
- [Conference Cup Men: Primorje among five teams to secure a ticket to next round on day two](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-primorje-among-the-teams-to-secure-a-ticket-to-the-next-round-on-day-two/): Wins for VK Primorje Erste Bank, CN Posillipo, VK Mornar Split and Panionios GSS on day two of the men's Conference Cup Qualification Round I were enough to see them all book tickets to the next phase. Solartradex CN Mataro will also advance, despite not playing on Saturday, thanks to Primorje's victory against Galatasaray. 2025/26
- [Champions League Women: De Zaan fall again to Sant Andreu as title-holders march on](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-de-zaan-fall-again-to-sant-andreu-as-title-holders-march-on/): Day two of the women's Champions League Group Stage delivered plenty of drama, with the highlights including title-holders Sant Andreu winning by seven away to De Zaan, Olympiacos SFP edging past UVSE Helia-D, and Assolim CN Mataro and Astralpool CN Sabadell both scoring 13 in their respective victories against Ekipe Orizzonte and CN Terrassa.2025/26 Champions
- [Europe gears up for inaugural men’s Conference Cup season](https://europeanaquatics.org/europe-gears-up-for-inaugural-mens-conference-cup-season/): All eyes will be on the five venues hosting this weekend's inaugural Men's Conference Cup Qualification Round I – Utrecht, Nea Smyrni, Belgrade, Split and Rijeka – as 19 teams battle for the 10 tickets on offer to the next round, where they'll face the sides that didn’t qualify for the Euro Cup Group Stage.
- [Conference Cup Men: Opening night delivers plenty of goals and action](https://europeanaquatics.org/conference-cup-men-opening-night-delivers-plenty-of-goals-and-action/): The opening night of the men’s Conference Cup Qualification Round I was full of goals on Friday, especially in Split, where Sete Natation hit 43 past VK Banja Luka, while hosts VK Mornar Split hammered in 24 against Vitoria Sport Clube. Elsewhere, there was a dramatic shootout victory for CN Tenerife Echeyde, who were forced
- [Great Britain, France, Ireland and The Netherlands name strong teams for European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/great-britain-france-ireland-and-the-netherlands-name-strong-teams-for-european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-lublin-2025/): Great Britain, which topped the medals table at the 2023 European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships in Otopeni, has signalled its high ambitions for next month’s 2025 edition in Lublin by naming a team stacked with talent. Matt Richards, Duncan Scott and Tom Dean, Olympic men’s 4x200m freestyle champions at Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024
- [Champions League Women: Huge rematch of Super Cup final awaits on day two](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-women-rematch-of-super-cup-final-awaits-on-day-two/): A rematch of last month's Super Cup final is the highlight of Day 2 in the Champions League Women, as title holders St Andreu visit Euro Cup winners De Zaan. The Spaniards, like last season's runners-up Sabadell and bronze medallists Olympiacos, are chasing their second win this Saturday. 2025/26 Champions League Women Group Stage, Day
- [European Aquatics informed of new World Aquatics guidelines on neutral athletes](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-informed-of-new-world-aquatics-guidelines-on-neutral-athletes/): The European Aquatics Bureau was informed on November 5 that the World Aquatics (AQUA) Bureau has approved changes to the guidelines for Athlete Participation in World Aquatics Events During Periods of Conflict. Neutral athletes are now eligible to participate in all water polo competitions and team events, in addition to individual events. Furthermore, the AQUA
- [Race for women’s Euro Cup glory begins with eagerly awaited Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/race-for-womens-euro-cup-glory-begins-with-eagerly-awaited-group-stage/): As the women's 2025/26 Euro Cup Group Stage kicks off on Saturday, huge clashes await, including 2024 champions Antenore Plebiscito Padova taking on newcomers Zodiac CNAB. The opening weekend also sees EPlus CN Catalunya face 2024 and 2025 runners-up Pallanuoto Trieste, Lille UC meet Ethnikos OFPF, and BVSC Manna ABC welcome Israel's Hapoel Yoqneam, who
- [Ticket sales for European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025 now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/ticket-sales-for-european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-lublin-2025-now-available/): Tickets for the European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025 - which take place from December 2 to 7 - are on sale to the public from 09.00 CET today (November 5). The tickets can be purchased via the following link: https://www.eventim.pl/en/eventseries/european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-4019648/ The first European Aquatics Championship event to be held in Poland since 2011
- [Hungary’s Kos sets men’s 200m backstroke world record as he maintains unbeaten run in final World Cup in Toronto](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungarys-kos-sets-mens-200m-backstroke-record-as-he-maintains-perfect-record-at-final-world-cup-in-toronto/): Hungary’s Hubert Kos set a men’s 200m backstroke world record of 1:45.12 in the final leg of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup leg in Toronto. The 24-year-old world and Olympic champion - who missed the short course record by 0.02 at last year’s WA Swimming Championships (25m) in his home city of Budapest –
- [500 Days to Go: Paris Prepares for the 2026 European Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/500-days-to-go-paris-prepares-to-the-2026-european-aquatics-championships/): The legacy of the Olympic Games continues as the excitement builds for the 2026 European Aquatics Championships, set to take place in Paris and Saint-Denis from the 1st to the 16th of August, 2026. With 500 days to go until the competition gets underway, this moment symbolizes a significant milestone in European Aquatics' commitment to
- [Singapore 2025: Marchand takes world 200m IM gold as Popovici lowers his European record in regaining 100m freestyle title](https://europeanaquatics.org/singapore-2025-marchand-takes-world-200m-im-gold-as-popovici-lowers-his-european-record-in-regaining-100m-freestyle-title/): France’s Leon Marchand followed up his monumental world record in the men’s 200m individual medley semi-finals by winning his sixth world gold on a day when Romania’s 20-year-old David Popovici regained the world 100m freestyle title, lowering his European record to 46.51 – just 0.11 off the world mark. Marchand, 23, who had clocked 1:52.69
- [Singapore 2025: Marchand obliterates 200m IM world record as Cerasuolo takes maiden title on day four](https://europeanaquatics.org/singapore-2025-marchand-obliterates-200m-im-world-record-as-cerasuolo-takes-maiden-title-on-day-four/): France’s Leon Marchand burst onto the scene at the World Aquatics Championships 2025 in Singapore, lowering the men’s 200m individual medley world record by 1.31 seconds in what was only the semi-final of the event. The 23-year-old four-time Paris 2024 champion looked determined to get the record as he went out with the leaders on
- [Champions League water polo – highlights show and five talking points from matchday 2](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-water-polo-highlights-show-and-five-talking-points-from-matchday-2/): 1. Quite unusually, both Spanish teams fell on Day 2 of the men's Champions League Group Stage. After a glorious summer for the country's national team – crowned with a World Championship gold (just three months after their World Cup triumph) – both CNAB and Sabadell suffered defeats – and both in rather embarrassing fashion.
- [BVSC and Savona earn comeback wins on day two of men’s Euro Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/bvsc-and-savona-earn-comeback-wins-on-day-two-of-mens-euro-cup/): BVSC roared back from a half-time deficit to shock Panathinaikos with a sensational second-half display on day two of the men’s Euro Cup Group Stage. RN Savona also enjoyed a thrilling turnaround at home against VK Sabac Elixir, while other highlights included Szolnoki Dozsa Praktiker edging past Pallanuoto Trieste and Spandau 04 Berlin claiming all
- [Marseille stun CNAB in Barcelona after dramatic second night of Champions League action](https://europeanaquatics.org/marseille-stun-cnab-in-barcelona-after-dramatic-second-night-of-champions-league-action/): CN Marseille produced the standout result of Wednesday night, claiming a spectacular 11-12 away win over Zodiac CNAB in Barcelona to take home three vital points. In Zagreb, Mladost edged Radnicki in a 32-goal thriller, 17-15, while Waspo 98 Hannover stormed back with a late 4-0 run to sink Sabadell after trailing for much of
- [Euro Cup Men: Players and coaches preview day two’s highly anticipated clashes](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-men-players-and-coaches-preview-day-twos-highly-anticipated-clashes/): As the men’s Euro Cup enters day two on Thursday, European Aquatics previews the action, spotlighting all eight must-watch fixtures and hearing from several key players and coaches. 2025/26 Euro Cup Men Group Stage, Day 2Thursday 30 October(Local times shown) Group A19:30: ASC Duisburg (GER) v VK Jug AO (CRO)20:30: CN Terrassa (ESP) v VK
- [Big wins for Olympiacos, NBG, Recco and Oradea on day two of Champions League](https://europeanaquatics.org/big-wins-for-olympiacos-nbg-recco-and-oradea-on-day-two-of-champions-league/): The men’s Champions League roared back into action on Tuesday night, and the first four games of day two didn’t disappoint. VK Novi Beograd stole the headlines with a commanding 10-7 away win over VK Jadran Split, Olympiacos outclassed Vasas in Budapest, and Oradea earned their first points against Primorac Kotor. Meanwhile, at home in
- [Two Croatian versus Serbian duels among the key clashes on day two of men’s Champions League](https://europeanaquatics.org/two-croatian-versus-serbian-duels-among-the-key-clashes-on-day-two-of-mens-champions-league/): A couple of Croatian versus Serbian derbies, a tough away game in Brescia for title-holders FTC, and a replay of last season’s F4 bronze medal match between CNAB and Marseille are the highlights of day two in the men's Champions League. Group A(Local times shown) Tuesday 20.30 Vasas-Plaket (HUN) v Olympiacos SFP (GRE) Head-to-head:Never met
- [Sabadell and FTC drop points after letting big leads slip on opening day of women’s Champions League](https://europeanaquatics.org/sabadell-and-ftc-drop-points-after-letting-big-leads-slip-on-opening-day-of-womens-champions-league/): The key matches in the opening round of the Champions League Women Group Stage didn’t disappoint on Saturday, as both delivered plenty of drama. In Catania, Sabadell squandered a five-goal lead against Orizzonte, missing three penalties in regular time – but redeemed themselves in the shootout, converting all their attempts to secure two points. Meanwhile,
- [Kos and Corbeau set world records on dazzling final night of WA World Cup 2025 series in Toronto](https://europeanaquatics.org/kos-and-corbeau-set-world-records-on-dazzling-final-night-of-wa-world-cup-2025-series-in-toronto/): Hungary’s Hubert Kos and Caspar Corbeau of The Netherlands provided a spectacular European finale on the last day of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2025 series in Toronto as they set respective world records in the 100m backstroke and 200m breaststroke. Kos - who also set a world record in the 200m backstroke on
- [New Champions League Women season set to kick off with spectacular clashes](https://europeanaquatics.org/new-champions-league-women-season-set-to-kick-off-with-spectacular-clashes/): The opening day of the Champions League Women Group Stage promises pure entertainment this weekend. With a balanced playing field, the competition is set to produce fierce battles throughout the group phase. The top clubs from Europe’s ‘Big Five’ nations are ready to take centre stage once again, with the usual powerhouses all present. There
- [Kos wins men’s 50m backstroke at Toronto World Cup to move to within one race of series clean sweep](https://europeanaquatics.org/kos-wins-mens-50m-backstroke-at-toronto-world-cup-to-move-to-within-one-race-of-series-clean-sweep/): Hubert Kos now stands one victory away from a clean sweep in the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2025 series after winning the men’s 50m backstroke at the third and final leg in Toronto. The 24-year-old US-based Hungarian, who set a world 200m backstroke short course world record of 1:45.12 on the first day of
- [EA congratulates British open water swimmer Hector Pardoe on winning 2025 BBC Green Sport Award for Athlete of the Year](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-congratulates-british-open-water-swimmer-hector-pardoe-on-winning-2025-bbc-green-sport-award-for-athlete-of-the-year/): British open water swimmer Hector Pardoe has won the 2025 BBC Green Sport Award for Athlete of the Year and received high praise from Silvia Costa, manager of the EA’s Aquatics Social Responsibility project. The 24-year-old double Olympian was adjudged the athlete most committed to make sport contribute to a better world in the wake
- [EA President Silva speaks at Special Olympics European Sports Conference 2025 in Larnaca](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-president-silva-speaks-at-special-olympics-european-sports-conference-2025-in-larnaca/): European Aquatics President Antonio Silva has attended the Special Olympics European Sports Conference 2025 being held in Larnaca, Cyprus. President Silva, who signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Special Olympics Europe and Eurasia (SOEE) President and managing director David Evangelista on July 4, took part in an in-depth panel discussion that also involved two other
- [Continent’s top coaches discuss European Championships format and draw in new episode of Water Polo World](https://europeanaquatics.org/continents-top-coaches-discuss-european-championships-format-and-draw-on-new-episode-of-water-polo-world/): Speaking on the latest episode of European Aquatics’ Water Polo World, Croatia coach Ivica Tucak has praised the new two-group format for the 2026 European Championships, which will be held in Belgrade from 10-25th January.‘First of all, I congratulate European Aquatics and the TWPC, and all the people that brought this change,’ said Tucak. ‘This
- [Trieste, Jug, Sabac and Savona among the big winners on day one of men’s Euro Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/trieste-jug-sabac-and-savona-among-the-big-winners-on-day-one-of-mens-euro-cup/): Pallanuoto Trieste made a winning start to their Euro Cup campaign on Thursday night, overpowering CN Barcelona with a commanding home display. Michele Mezzarobba and Vuk Draskovic did most of the damage for the Italians, who looked sharp from the off. Elsewhere, there were eye-catching victories for VK Jug AO, RN Savona and VK Šabac
- [Hungary’s Hubert Kos extends perfect record in second leg of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2025 at Westmont, United States](https://europeanaquatics.org/hungarys-hubert-kos-extends-perfect-record-in-second-leg-of-the-world-aquatics-swimming-world-cup-2025-at-westmont-united-states/): Hungary’s Olympic and world 200m backstroke champion Hubert Kos maintained his lead in the men’s overall standings after the second of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2025 legs in Westmont, United States. The 22-year-old took his record to six wins from six in the second of the three scheduled legs, which also saw short
- [CNAB, Polar Bears, Hapoel and Kerulet successfully navigate Euro Cup qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/cnab-polar-bears-hapoel-and-kerulet-successfully-navigate-euro-cup-qualifiers-to-reach-the-main-stage/): With all four places in the women’s Euro Cup Group Stage still undecided going into the final day of the Qualification Round, the stage was set for plenty of drama – and the last three games of the weekend didn’t disappoint. All the concluding clashes produced spectacular action as every team fought to the end,
- [Hapoel, Panionios and Bogliasco secure wins on day one of women’s Euro Cup qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/hapoel-panionios-and-bogliasco-secure-wins-on-day-one-of-womens-euro-cup-qualifiers/): Israel’s Hapoel Yoqneam lit up the opening day of the women’s Euro Cup qualifiers with a spectacular attacking performance against Hungary’s III Kerületi TVE, only to be denied maximum points by a late equaliser, but they held their nerve to win the shootout. Elsewhere, Panionios edged past Mladost Zagreb in a tight contest, while Bogliasco
- [Race for Euro Cup main stage intensifies after dramatic second day of women’s qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/race-for-euro-cup-main-stage-intensifies-after-dramatic-second-day-of-womens-qualifiers/): The penultimate day of the women’s Euro Cup Qualification Round set up a real Super Sunday, as there's still plenty to play for across all three pools. None of the group winners have been decided, and the battle for the best runners-up spot only intensified as every team kept driving forward to boost their all-important
- [Dramatic clashes await after Champions League and Euro Cup draws](https://europeanaquatics.org/dramatic-clashes-await-after-champions-league-and-euro-cup-draws/): Monday's draw for all four club water polo competitions – the men's and women's Champions League and Euro Cup – set up a series of outstanding matches fans can look forward to from this autumn. Champions League Men2025/26 Group StageOctober 14th/15th-February 10th/11thGroup AOlympiacos SFP (GRE), SPD Radnicki (SRB), Winner Qualification Group B, Winner Qualification Group C
- [Road to women’s 2026 Euro Cup final begins](https://europeanaquatics.org/road-to-womens-2026-euro-cup-final-begins/): There is no stopping in water polo action, as the Qualification Round for the Euro Cup Women starts on Friday.2025/26 Euro Cup WomenQualification Round, Day 1Friday 17 October(Local times shown)Group A (Zagreb, Croatia)20:45: ZAVK Mladost Zagreb (CRO) v Panionios GSS (GRE)Group B (Ede, Netherlands)20:00: Galatasaray Zena (TUR) v ASD Bogliasco 1951 (ITA)Group C (Novi Sad,
- [Champions League water polo – five talking points and highlights from matchday 1](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-water-polo-five-talking-points-from-matchday-1/): 1. While returning giants Pro Recco eventually downed Novi Beograd with ease (8-12), it was strange to see how the top shooters on both sides faltered in this match. Alvaro Granados is usually given free rein wherever he plays. Two years ago, while playing for Novi, he could easily take seven or eight shots –
- [New European Aquatics national water polo rankings announced](https://europeanaquatics.org/new-european-aquatics-national-water-polo-rankings-announced/): European Aquatics has published the new national team rankings, which are based on the results achieved in the last two years at the various senior and age group European Water Polo Championships. Spain tops the combined men's and women's chart, ahead of Hungary and Greece. Not surprisingly, Spain are ranked first with a comfortable lead,
- [Swim Safe Europe Annual Conference 2025: Call for Papers deadline extended to November 7](https://europeanaquatics.org/swim-safe-europe-annual-conference-2025-call-for-papers-deadline-extended-to-november-7/): The deadline for Papers to be submitted to the Swim Safe Europe (SSE) Annual Conference 2025 - which will take place in the Azerbaijan capital of Baku on November 28 and 29 - has been extended to November 7. This innovative Conference invites federations, academics, practitioners, and researchers to share knowledge, best practices, and innovations in aquatic education and
- [Slovakia and Austria offer historic first joint-hosting of European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 – information bulletin available](https://europeanaquatics.org/slovakia-and-austria-offer-historic-first-joint-hosting-of-european-aquatics-masters-championships-2026-information-bulletin-available/): The European Aquatics Masters Championships 2026 will take the historic form of a cross-border celebration jointly hosted by Slovakia and Austria. The announcement of this innovative new format was made today at a press conference in Vienna attended by European Aquatics President Antonio Silva; Arno Pajek, President of the Austrian Swimming Federation (OSV), Richard Ungerhofer,
- [Euro Cup players and coaches preview this week’s opening clashes](https://europeanaquatics.org/euro-cup-players-and-coaches-preview-this-weeks-opening-clashes/): As all 16 teams prepare for the start of the new men’s Euro Cup season, European Aquatics spoke to several of the coaches and players to get their views ahead of this week’s opening clashes.2025/26 Euro Cup Men Group Stage, Day 1Thursday 16 October(Local times shown)Group A19:00: VK Jug AO (CRO) v CN Terrassa (ESP)19:30:
- [Recco, FTC and Barceloneta all secure winning starts in Champions League Group Stage](https://europeanaquatics.org/recco-ftc-and-barceloneta-all-secure-winning-starts-in-champions-league-group-stage/): A strong first half from Recco was enough for the Italian giants to sink Novi Beograd in Belgrade in the opening round of the men's Champions League Group Stage, while Zodiac CNAB finally broke Sabadell's resistance in the third quarter to claim all the points in a pulsating Spanish derby. Elsewhere, AN Bresica edged past
- [Radnicki edge 33-goal thriller against Vasas on opening day of Champions League](https://europeanaquatics.org/radnicki-edge-33-goal-thriller-against-vasas-on-opening-day-of-champions-league/): SPD Radnicki were forced to come from behind to eventually sink a determined and spirited Vasas Plaket in Kragujevac on the opening night of the new Champions League season. Captain Andrija Prlainovic helped rescue the Serbians with six goals, while there were also wins for Olympiacos SFP (despite some more penalty woes against Croatian opposition),
- [Europe’s giants set to clash in Champions League opening fixtures](https://europeanaquatics.org/europes-giants-set-to-clash-in-champions-league-opening-fixtures/): The stage is set for another thrilling season of Champions League action, as the Group Stage kicks off this week across the continent. The first big battle takes place in Piraeus, as Olympiacos clash with a legendary team, HAVK Mladost, who return to the top table after six long years. There are several other thrilling
- [Kos leads men’s rankings after three wins in opening World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Carmel, Indiana](https://europeanaquatics.org/kos-leads-mens-rankings-after-three-wins-in-opening-world-aquatics-swimming-world-cup-in-carmel-indiana/): Hungary’s Olympic and world 200m backstroke champion Hubert Kos leads the men’s overall standings after the first of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2025 legs in Carmel, Indiana, where he won all three of his races. The highlight of meeting, which ran from October 10 to 12, was the women’s 50m butterfly world record
- [Women’s 2025 Super Cup quotes, facts and figures](https://europeanaquatics.org/womens-2025-super-cup-quotes-facts-and-figures/): CN Sant Andreu’s Super Cup win – coupled with Sabadell's five previous victories – lifts Spain to the top of the all-time ranks with six triumphs in total. The 2025 final against ZV De Zaan set a new scoring record in the Super Cup with 27 hits in total. More facts and figures, plus post-game
- [Sant Andreu sink De Zaan to secure historic first Super Cup title](https://europeanaquatics.org/sant-andreu-sink-de-zaan-to-secure-historic-first-super-cup-title/): CN Sant Andreu added the Super Cup to their growing trophy collection, albeit in far less dramatic fashion than their sensational Champions League triumph last April. On Sunday afternoon in Barcelona, they left no doubt in this final as they downed Euro Cup winners ZV De Zaan with ease, 17-10. Playing in front of their
- [Europeans take lion’s share of medals at final stop of Open Water Swimming World Cup 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/europeans-take-lions-share-of-medals-at-final-stop-of-open-water-swimming-world-cup-2025/): A bright Sardinian crowd and a weekend of close, tactical racing provided a fitting end to stop four of the 2025 World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup in Golfo Aranci. European swimmers dominated the headlines across the 10km races, the mixed 4x1500m relay and the knockout sprints, with home favourites and rising stars both
- [Stage is set in Budapest for spectacular Super Cup final](https://europeanaquatics.org/stage-is-set-in-budapest-for-spectacular-super-cup-final/): Ahead of Wednesday night's Super Cup final in Budapest, the captains and coaches of FTC Telekom and Pro Recco, plus Hungarian Water Polo Federation President Norbert Madaras, and European Aquatics President Antonio Silva, spoke to the assembled media at a press conference held in the Hungarian capital. 2025/26 Super Cup MenWednesday 8th OctoberBudapest (local time
- [European Aquatics Women Water Polo Championship Funchal 2026: Information bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-women-water-polo-championship-funchal-2026-information-bulletin-now-available/): The official information bulletin for the women's 2026 European Water Polo Championships is now available. The 21st edition of the tournament is set to take place from 26 January to 5 February and a link to the document can be found at the end of this article. The 2026 Women’s European Water Polo Championships will
- [FTC edge past Recco to secure sixth Super Cup title](https://europeanaquatics.org/ftc-edge-past-recco-to-secure-sixth-super-cup-title/): In a fantastic match of twists and turns, FTC-Telekom edged out Pro Recco 15-14 to lift the Super Cup trophy for the sixth time in their illustrious history. The Hungarian giants successfully maintained the Champions League winners’ tight grasp on the famous trophy, as this was the 22nd victory for the European champions in the
- [Men’s 2025 Super Cup quotes, facts and figures](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-2025-super-cup-quotes-facts-and-figures/): After a dramatic and entertaining night on Wednesday in Budapest, here are some interesting facts following the men’s 2025 Super Cup final. European Aquatics also spoke to the main protagonists who produced a thrilling match, where Champions League winners FTC-Telekom edged out Euro Cup victors Pro Recco 15-14. Interesting facts FTC-Telekom have become the masters
- [Sant Andreu and De Zaan set for Super Cup showdown in Barcelona](https://europeanaquatics.org/sant-andreu-and-de-zaan-set-for-super-cup-showdown-in-barcelona/): The women’s Super Cup will see a new champion, as either Champions League winners Sant Andreu or Euro Cup victors ZV De Zaan will lift the famous trophy on Sunday afternoon in Barcelona.2025/26 Super Cup WomenSunday 12th OctoberBarcelona (local time shown) 14:00: CN Sant Andreu (ESP ) v ZV De Zaan (NED) While two teams
- [Defending champion Marchand joins elite European contingent as World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2025 set to start in Carmel](https://europeanaquatics.org/defending-champion-marchand-joins-elite-european-contingent-as-world-aquatics-swimming-world-cup-2025-set-to-start-in-carmel/): France’s four-times Paris 2024 gold medallist Leon Marchand has announced that he will be part of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2025 three-stop series which starts in the United States tomorrow at Carmel, Indiana. The 23-year-old US-based swimmer, who won nine World Cup victories last year en route to claiming the men’s overall title
- [European Aquatics launches Swim Safe Europe coaching training in Iceland and Faroe Islands](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-launches-swim-safe-europe-coaching-training-in-iceland-and-faroe-islands/): European Aquatics is proud to announce the launch of the Swim Safe Europe Coach Training Course, a key milestone in the continent-wide effort to strengthen aquatic education and water safety. The initiative forms part of the broader Swim Safe Europe programme, which seeks to harmonise Learn to Swim standards across Europe and ensure that every
- [European Aquatics unveils bulletin for Swim Safe Europe Annual Conference 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-unveils-bulletin-for-swim-safe-europe-annual-conference-2025/): European Aquatics has published the official information bulletin for the Swim Safe Europe Annual Conference 2025, confirming details of the two-day event that will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, on November 28 to 29 and forming part of a wider partnership already established between European Aquatics and local Azerbaijani institutions through a recently signed Memorandum
- [British diver Reid announces retirement](https://europeanaquatics.org/british-diver-reid-announces-retirement/): Three-time Olympian Grace Reid has announced her retirement from elite diving at the age of 29, closing an illustrious chapter in which she became one of Europe’s most accomplished springboard divers. Across nearly two decades at the top of her sport, the Scottish diver built a remarkable record on the European stage, claiming two European
- [2025 Water Polo Super Cup Men – bulletin available](https://europeanaquatics.org/water-polo-super-cup-men-bulletin-available/): The official information bulletin for the 2025 European Aquatics Water Polo Super Cup Men is now available. The hugely-anticipated clash is set to take place in Budapest, Hungary, on Wednesday, 8th October and a link to the document can be found at the end of this article.Last season's Champions League winners, FTC-Telekom, will host the
- [Sportway becomes new partner of the European Aquatics TV platform](https://europeanaquatics.org/sportway-becomes-new-partner-of-the-european-aquatics-tv-platform/): The European Aquatics TV platform is entering a new partnership with Sportway. The new streaming platform is set to be launched with the men’s water polo Super Cup final on Wednesday, 8 October, and will offer new viewing packages for water polo fans. The clash between Champions League winner FTC-Telekom and Euro Cup victor Pro
- [European Aquatics enters multi-year exclusive streaming partnership with Overnght to bring water polo club competitions to fans worldwide](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-enters-multi-year-exclusive-streaming-partnership-with-overnght-to-bring-water-polo-club-competitions-to-fans-worldwide/): European Aquatics has entered a multi-year partnership with live sports streaming platform Overnght to exclusively broadcast all European water polo club competitions live and on-demand across the Americas, Oceania, the Caribbean, and South Africa. The comprehensive partnership includes all men's and women's matches, and is highlighted by coveted top-tier events, including the Champions League, Euro Cup,
- [EA President and Bureau members present in Budapest for groundbreaking ceremony of World Aquatics’ new HQ](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-president-and-bureau-members-present-in-budapest-for-groundbreaking-ceremony-of-world-aquatics-new-hq/): World Aquatics today marked a milestone with the groundbreaking of its headquarters in Budapest at a ceremony where European Aquatics President Antonio Silva joined his World Aquatics counterpart Husain Al-Musallam. Also present to witness this historic step for aquatics were a number of senior EA figures - Bureau members Vanja Udovicic of Serbia, Camelia Potec
- [FTC and Recco ready to resume rivalry in Super Cup final](https://europeanaquatics.org/ftc-and-recco-ready-to-resume-rivalry-in-super-cup-final/): It’s going to be something special – the men’s Super Cup final features FTC-Telekom and Pro Recco, the two teams that won the last six editions of the Champions League – three times apiece. They will clash in Budapest for the famous trophy, with FTC gunning for their sixth title, while Recco are targeting a
- [Dramatic twists and turns on final day of men’s Euro Cup qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/dramatic-twists-and-turns-on-final-day-of-mens-euro-cup-qualifiers/): The six remaining tickets for the men's 2025/26 Euro Cup group stage were confirmed on Sunday after a series of thrilling clashes across the continent. Szolnoki Dozsa Praktiker claimed the last spot in the final game of the weekend that saw them on the brink of elimination at the start of the fourth. In the
- [Players and coaches ready for 2025/26 men’s Euro Cup qualification tournaments](https://europeanaquatics.org/players-and-coaches-ready-for-2025-26-mens-euro-cup-qualification-tournaments/): As the 16 men's water polo teams prepare to contest the Euro Cup Qualification Round in Athens, Montpellier, Sibenik and Terrassa this weekend, European Aquatics spoke to the coaches and players ahead of the opening clashes on Friday. The competition is set to be fierce as only seven tickets are available for the main competition,
- [Second round of Euro Cup qualifiers sets up spectacular final day of action](https://europeanaquatics.org/second-round-of-euro-cup-qualifiers-sets-up-spectacular-final-day-of-action/): Spandau 04 Berlin roared to their second victory in the men's Euro Cup Qualification Round against ZV De Zaan, which was enough to secure the top spot in Group A and the first ticket to the main stage. The remaining top spots and three best runners-up spots are still up for grabs, with Saturday's results
- [Trieste and Spandau secure crucial wins on day one of Euro Cup qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/trieste-and-spandau-the-big-winners-on-day-one-of-euro-cup-qualifiers/): The opening-day clashes of the Euro Cup Men Qualification Round produced plenty of drama and entertainment, including Spandau 04 Berlin sinking hosts GS Apollon Smyrnis in Athens, and Pallanuoto Trieste edging past BVK Crvena Zvezda by a single goal in Montpellier. 2025/26 Euro Cup MenQualification RoundDay 1, Friday 3rd OctoberGroup A Athens (GRE)ZV De Zaan
- [Exciting clashes await after 2026 Women’s European Water Polo Championships draw](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-womens-european-water-polo-championships-draw-results/): The draw for the 2026 Women’s European Water Polo Championship was held on Thursday on the beautiful island of Madeira, in Funchal, where the tournament will be staged from 26 January to 5 February. For the first time ever, a separate draw ceremony was held for the women’s tournament. The championships will be staged as
- [Major decisions made at EA 2025 Congress in Tbilisi including agreement to relocate HQ to Belgrade ](https://europeanaquatics.org/major-decisions-made-at-ea-2025-congress-in-tbilisi-including-agreement-to-relocate-hq-to-belgrade/): The European Aquatics 2025 Congress in Tbilisi approved a relocation agreement to move the federation’s headquarters from Nyon in Switzerland, where it has been located since 2015, to Belgrade. The switch to the Serbian capital will be dependent on the Serbian Parliament passing a law to make the move legally possible. An Extraordinary Congress will
- [All 16 teams for 2025/26 Champions League Women main group stage confirmed](https://europeanaquatics.org/all-16-teams-for-2025-26-champions-league-women-main-group-stage-confirmed/): The final day of the women's Champions League Qualification Round saw some intense action and drama, as the remaining tickets to the main stage of the Champions League Women were confirmed. ONE Eger produced a spectacular late show to sink a spirited ANC Glyfada iRepair, while ZV De Zaan swept Grand Nancy aside, Pallanuoto Trieste
- [New website for 2026 Women’s European Water Polo Championships goes live](https://europeanaquatics.org/new-website-for-2026-womens-european-water-polo-championships-goes-live/): European Aquatics is delighted to announce the launch of the official website for the 2026 Women’s European Water Polo Championships in Funchal, Madeira, created in collaboration with the local organising committee and the Portuguese Swimming Federation. The comprehensive site – europeanaquatics.org/ewpc-2026/funchal/ – will serve as the central hub for all the action and news, featuring
- [Watch the 2026 Women’s European Water Polo Championships draw live from Funchal](https://europeanaquatics.org/watch-the-2026-womens-european-water-polo-championships-draw-live-from-funchal/): All eyes will be on the magnificent island of Madeira this week, as the draw for the 2026 Women's European Water Polo Championships takes place on Thursday 2nd October at 11.30am local time (12.30pm CET). European Aquatics dignitaries and officials, plus representatives from the qualified teams will be present in Funchal for the official draw,
- [DFVE, Terrassa, Alimos and Mataro safely navigate qualifiers to confirm places in women’s 2025/26 Champions League](https://europeanaquatics.org/dfve-terrassa-alimos-and-mataro-safely-navigate-qualifiers-to-confirm-places-in-womens-2025-26-champions-league/): Four teams – CN Terrassa, DFVE Vizilabda, Alimos NAC Betsson and Assolim CN Mataro – confirmed their places in the Group Stage of the 2025/26 Champions League Women after a dramatic second day of qualification action across Europe. The results mean there's still lots to play for on the final day, as there are four more
- [Tarasiewicz and Kapala shine in Razanac as Dalu and Pou crowned 2025 European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup champions](https://europeanaquatics.org/tarasiewicz-and-kapala-shine-in-razanac-as-dalu-and-pou-crowned-2025-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-champions/): The 2025 European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup came to a fitting conclusion in Razanac, Croatia, as the fifth and final leg brought the curtain down on a thrilling season that has showcased the very best of continental endurance swimming. In perfect conditions for a 63-strong men’s and women’s field which contained beginners and veterans
- [Knowledge sharing is focus of afternoon of key presentation in operations, facilities, broadcasting and digital transformation](https://europeanaquatics.org/knowledge-sharing-is-focus-of-afternoon-of-key-presentation-in-operations-facilities-broadcasting-and-digital-transformation/): During the afternoon of 26 September, European Aquatics organised several presentations, open to all delegates attending the Congress in Tbilisi to share best practices and common experiences to support our member federations and future organising committees. The first presentation in the Biltmore hotel, was hosted by Apostolos Tsagkarakis, sport director for aquatics, supported by his
- [Race for women’s Champions League group stage set to begin](https://europeanaquatics.org/race-for-womens-champions-league-group-stage-set-to-begin/): Just a week after the dramatic clashes in the men’s prelims, the Champions League Women’s season kicks-off. Twelve teams are set to chase the eight qualification spots in the Preliminary Round Group Stage from Friday 26-Sunday 28 September.2025/26 Champions League Women Qualification RoundDay 1, Friday 26 September 2025(All times shown are local)Group A (Glyfada)19:45: ANC
- [DFVE, Spandau, Terrassa and Rapallo all winners on day one of women’s Champions League qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/dfve-spandau-terrassa-and-rapallo-all-winners-on-day-one-of-womens-champions-league-qualifiers/): Besides two big wins, by CN Terrassa and Dunaujvaros, two matches produced sheer drama on the opening day of the Preliminary Round in the Champions League Women. Spandau 04 Berlin came back from five goals down to upset Alimos NAC Betsson with a last-gasp winner from Barbara Bujka, while the Italian in-house battle between Trieste
- [Tio Casas honoured at EA Congress dinner in Tbilisi as top-performing European woman athlete at World Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/tio-casas-honoured-at-ea-congress-dinner-in-tbilisi-as-top-performing-european-woman-athlete-at-world-aquatics-championships/): Spain’s Iris Tio Casas was honoured at the European Aquatics Congress 2025 dinner in Tbilisi for being the best-performing European woman athlete at this year’s World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. The 22-year-old artistic swimmer from Barcelona, who won three golds and three bronzes during the competition in July, received her award from Britain’s three-times backstroke
- [Stage set in Razanac for Open Water Swimming Cup curtain closer](https://europeanaquatics.org/stage-set-in-razanac-for-open-water-swimming-cup-curtain-closer/): The European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2025 will reach its conclusion this Saturday, September 27, as the series arrives in Razanac, Croatia, for its fifth and final leg. After the drama of Barcelona, the villagel will provide a fitting setting for the season finale, with Europe’s top open water swimmers set to contest a
- [Second European Aquatics Diversity, Equity and Inclusion event in Tbilisi marks “great progress”](https://europeanaquatics.org/second-european-aquatics-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-event-in-tbilisi-marks-great-progress/): The second Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Conference - entitled Waves of Change – DEI and Integrity Forum - that took place today (September 26) in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi marked a year of “great progress” across all key areas according to the DEI Commission chair Sarah Keane. “I am very proud, on behalf of the
- [Waves of Change – DEI and Integrity Forum to cover huge range of topics in Tbilisi](https://europeanaquatics.org/waves-of-change-dei-and-integrity-forum-to-cover-huge-range-of-topics-in-tbilisi/): The schedule at the second Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Conference - entitled Waves of Change – DEI and Integrity Forum - that will take place in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi on Friday (September 26) will cover a huge range of topics thanks to the input of a stellar group of speakers. A year
- [European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup Leg 5 in Razanac: Aquatics Social Responsibility programme announced](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-leg-5-in-razanac-aquatics-social-responsibility-programme-announced/): The fifth leg of the European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2025, taking place on September 27 in Razanac, Croatia, will once again underline the organisation’s strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. In partnership with the Croatian Open Water Swimming Federation, European Aquatics has developed a comprehensive Sustainability and Legacy Programme designed to minimise
- [Another milestone in the EA Development Programme](https://europeanaquatics.org/another-milestone-in-the-ea-development-programme/): Ahead of the European Aquatics Congress and DEI Conference in Tbilisi, Georgia, European Aquatics has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with local officials in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The agreement was signed between EA, Azerbaijan Swimming Federation, Azerbaijan Medical University and Azerbaijan Sports Academy, and was witnessed by youth and Sports Minister Farid Gayibov,
- [European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025: information bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-lublin-2025-information-bulletin-now-available/): The official bulletin for the 23rd edition of the European Aquatics (EA) Short Course Swimming Championships, which will take place at Lublin in Poland from December 2 to 7, is now available. The first European Aquatics Championship event to be held in Poland since 2011 - when Szczecin hosted the 15th edition – will be
- [Inspiring cast of speakers announced for this month’s second DEI Conference in Tbilisi](https://europeanaquatics.org/inspiring-cast-of-speakers-announced-for-this-months-second-dei-conference-in-tibilisi/): Ethical questions, inspiring stories and first-hand insights into the Special Olympics are among the topics that will by a range of distinguished speakers announced ahead of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Conference – entitled Waves of Change – DEI and Integrity Forum – in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi. A year on from its first staging
- [Athletes and officials praise milestone Special Olympics and EA collaboration at Barcelona Open Water Swimming Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/athletes-and-officials-praise-milestone-special-olympics-and-ea-collaboration-at-barcelona-open-water-swimming-cup/): The Special Olympics 800m competition that took place within the weekend’s European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup leg 4 in Barcelona was “a tremendous first step” in an ongoing collaboration. That was the assessment of Matteo Secchi, sport manager of Special Olympics Europe and Eurasia (SOEE), after an open water event that proved hugely rewarding
- [Showtime in NY: Recco get revenge on FTC in Big Apple](https://europeanaquatics.org/showtime-in-ny-recco-get-revenge-on-ftc-in-big-apple/): Recco took revenge on FTC-Telekom, as the Euro Cup winners edged out the Champions League victors in their second and last game of the two giants’ joint American Tour. In a match filled with twists and turns, the Italians hit the winner after 15-15. Fradi won the first match after a shootout, so there's no
- [2025/26 Champions League groups all set after qualifiers conclude](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-26-champions-league-groups-all-set-after-qualifiers-conclude/): After three days of entertaining Champions League action across the continent, the top spots in the preliminary groups were decided by the final games of the Qualification Round on Sunday. VPK Primorac Kotor beat last season's runners-up VK Novi Beograd on penalties to top Group A, while Vasas Plaket claimed a narrow victory against KEIO
- [Barcelona delivers drama in penultimate leg of European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup](https://europeanaquatics.org/barcelona-delivers-drama-in-penultimate-leg-of-open-water-swimming-cup/): The European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup reached Barcelona on Saturday (September 20) for the penultimate leg of the 2025 series, and the Mediterranean city once again delivered a dramatic day of racing that may prove decisive in shaping the final outcome of the five-leg competition. Against the backdrop of Port Vell on the Spanish
- [All six Group Stage tickets confirmed after dramatic second day of Champions League qualifiers](https://europeanaquatics.org/all-six-group-stage-tickets-confirmed-after-dramatic-second-day-of-champions-league-qualifiers/): All six spots in the main Group Stage were booked on day two of the men's Champions League Qualification Round. KEIO CN Sabadell, Vasas Plaket, HAVK Mladost, AN Brescia, VK Novi Beograd and VPK Primorac Kotor all landed expected wins to confirm their places at the top table. However, there is still plenty to play
- [NBG, Vasas, Brescia and Primorac edge closer to Group Stage after opening-day qualification wins](https://europeanaquatics.org/nbg-vasas-brescia-and-primorac-edge-closer-to-group-stage-after-opening-day-qualification-wins/): On the opening day of the Champions League Qualification Round, Vasas downed Spandau in a thrilling match in Sabadell, while Brescia fended off Vouliagmeni’s late surge in Zagreb. These wins might be crucial in the race for the spots in the Group Stage. Elsewhere, Novi Beograd and Primorac Kotor both kicked off their respective campaigns
- [New website for 2026 Men’s European Water Polo Championships goes live](https://europeanaquatics.org/new-website-for-2026-mens-european-water-polo-championships-goes-live/): With excitement levels building for the 2026 Men’s European Water Polo Championships in Belgrade, Serbia, European Aquatics is delighted to announce the launch of the tournament’s official website, in collaboration with the organising committee and Serbian Water Polo Federation. The site will be the place to go for all the latest results, news and interviews related
- [Star-studded field all-set for European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup Leg 4 in Barcelona](https://europeanaquatics.org/star-studded-field-all-set-for-european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-leg-4-in-barcelona/): The European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup arrives in Barcelona this Saturday, 20 September, for its fourth leg of the 2025 series. After memorable races in Protaras, Setubal, and Paris, the Mediterranean city will now host a pivotal stage in a season that has already seen thrilling battles, breakthrough victories, and a tightening race at
- [Champions League water polo action ready to return](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-water-polo-action-ready-to-return/): The new water polo season is set to begin on Friday, as the Champions League Men’s Preliminary Round kicks off across Europe. In the reshaped competition format, the 10 teams competing will play for the six remaining Group Stage spots at three venues across the weekend (19-21 September). Group A, Belgrade• VK Novi Beograd (SRB)• VPK
- [New website for European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Lublin 2025 goes live](https://europeanaquatics.org/new-website-for-european-aquatics-short-course-swimming-championships-lublin-2025-goes-live/): As anticipation builds ahead of the European Aquatics (EA) Short Course Swimming Championships in Lublin, Poland, European Aquatics is delighted to announce the launch of the tournament’s official website, in collaboration with the organising committee. The site, at: http://europeanaquatics.org/swimming-short-course-lublin-2025/ will be the place to go for all the latest results, news and interviews related to the
- [EA Short Course Swimming Championships Masters in Lublin: registration opens tomorrow (Sept 11)](https://europeanaquatics.org/ea-short-course-swimming-championships-masters-in-lublin-registration-opens-tomorrow-sept-11/): Registration for the 2025 European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships Masters in the Polish city of Lublin opens tomorrow (Thursday, September 11) at 16.00 CEST. The Championships will take place from December 10 to 14 in the Aqua Lublin Aquatics Centre less than a week after the venue has hosted the European Aquatics Short Course
- [Poland confirms Lublin as host of this year’s European Aquatics Short Course and Masters Short Course Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/poland-confirms-lublin-as-host-of-this-years-european-aquatics-short-course-and-masters-short-course-swimming-championships/): The city of Lublin will stage this year’s European Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships. Confirmation of the hosts for this event follows the announcement last July that it would be held in Poland for the second time after the 2011 edition that took place in Szczecin. Lublin, with a population of around 350,000, is the
- [2026 Men’s European Water Polo Championships draw sets up a thrilling tournament](https://europeanaquatics.org/2026-mens-european-water-polo-championships-draw-sets-up-a-thrilling-tournament/): Belgrade’s magnificent White Palace witnessed the draw for the 2026 Men’s European Water Polo Championships on Saturday. The group stage will fire up the event, which starts on 10 January, with the preliminary phase promising a real feast of fierce encounters. After the welcome speeches by European Aquatics President Antonio Silva and Serbian WP Federation
- [Venue and date confirmed for women’s 2025 European water polo Super Cup final](https://europeanaquatics.org/venue-and-date-confirmed-for-womens-2025-european-water-polo-super-cup-final/): The second week of October will offer a feast of Super Cup water polo action, as the women’s final between Spain’s Sant Andreu and Dutch side ZV De Zaan will be played on Sunday 12th October, just four days after the men’s contest. While the men’s Super Cup final will feature the two most decorated
- [2025/26 Conference Cup and Challenger Cup water polo qualification groups determined](https://europeanaquatics.org/2025-26-conference-cup-and-challenger-cup-water-polo-qualification-groups-determined/): The draw for the men's and women's 2025/26 Conference Cup took place on Monday in Zagreb, Croatia. As well as deciding the qualification groups for the inaugural continental water polo competition, the Challenger Cup qualification groups and hosts were also announced. 2025/26 Conference Cup Men Qualification Round 1 (7-9 November)With the line-up for the debut
- [Watch the 2026 Men’s European Water Polo Championships draw live from Belgrade](https://europeanaquatics.org/watch-the-2026-mens-european-water-polo-championships-draw-live-from-belgrade/): Watch the Draw Ceremony for the European Water Polo Championships 2026 (EWPC 2026) live on Saturday 13 September 2025 by clicking here at 7pm (CET).The prestigious White Palace (Beli Dvor) in Belgrade, Serbia, will host the proceedings and will be attended by Serbian water polo greats Filip Filipovic and Milan Aleksic. The draw will determine
- [European Aquatics statement: Ben Proud](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-statement-ben-proud/): European Aquatics is extremely disappointed to learn of today's announcement by Ben Proud that he intends to take part in the Enhanced Games. We stand alongside our member federation Aquatics GB in condemning this decision, which we believe undermines our commitment to the values and principles of clean sport and our ongoing efforts to establish
- [Gzira 2025: Spain crowned champions at EA U18 Women Water Polo Championships in Malta](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-spain-crowned-champions-at-ea-u18-women-water-polo-championships-in-malta/): Spain won a fantastic final against Greece at the Women’s U18 European Water Polo Championships in Malta to claim another gold – a fifth across the last six women’s age-group majors in the last two years. Greece were close, but a penalty miss at a crucial moment derailed their title-hopes. Elsewhere, Hungary claimed the bronze,
- [Open water swimming ace Sharon van Rouwendaal announces retirement](https://europeanaquatics.org/open-water-ace-sharon-van-rouwendaal-announces-retirement/): Dutch open water swimming powerhouse Sharon van Rouwendaal has announced her retirement from competition at the age of 31. A two-time Olympic champion, she lit up the global marathon swimming scene for a whole decade, after making the transition from pool swimming. One of the most successful athletes in the history of the discipline,
- [Gzira 2025: Spain to face Greece for the gold at EA U18 Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-spain-to-face-greece-for-the-gold-at-ea-u18-women-water-polo-championships/): Spain recovered from an early 0-3 set-back against Hungary by smashing in 10 goals in the second quarter to take control of their semi-final clash at the women's U18 European Championships in Malta on Saturday. The Magyars fought back to retake the lead, but another late surge saw Spain win a spectacular encounter. Elsewhere, Greece
- [Gzira 2025: Favourites storm to semi-finals at EA U18 Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-favourites-storm-to-the-semi-finals/): There were no upsets in the quarter-finals of the European Aquatics U18 Women Water Polo Championships as the four favourites booked their respective semi-final spots in lop-sided contests. Spain did a flawless job against Serbia, Greece beat The Netherlands with unexpected ease and Italy were also superior against Israel in a hard-fought match. Hungary were
- [Showtime in New York: Fradi beat Recco in thrilling shootout](https://europeanaquatics.org/showtime-in-new-york-fradi-beat-recco-in-thrilling-shootout/): At their joint tour showcasing water polo in New York, Champions League title-holder FTC Telekom and Euro Cup winner Pro Recco played their first official game. They didn’t hold back anything as the clash offered everything one may expect from a match of these two giants. At the end, Fradi prevailed in a dramatically spotlit
- [European Commission approves support for European Aquatics AquaSafe Kids project](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-commission-approves-support-foreuropean-aquatics-aquasafe-kids-project/): The European Aquatics (EA) AquaSafe Kids (ASK) project has received approval from the European Commission. This initiative, funded through Erasmus+ Cooperation Partnerships, will run for 36 months and has a total budget of €400,000 to be shared with all partners. European Aquatics President Antonio Silva took the opportunity offered by the ongoing Women’s U18 Water
- [Gzira 2025: Serbia upset Türkiye to guarantee top-eight finish at EA U18 Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-serbia-upset-turkiye-to-guarantee-top-eight-finish-at-ea-u18-women-water-polo-championships/): Serbia were the only team from the lower divisions to emerge victorious in Thursday's crossovers, as they beat Türkiye to advance to the quarter-finals of the women's U18 European Water Polo Championships in Malta. Netherlands edged past Germany, while Israel ended Great Britain's impressive run, and Croatia outclassed Slovakia. Crossovers: Serbia sink Türkiye Joyful screams
- [European divers deliver strong performances at Porto Flavia World Cup ](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-divers-deliver-strong-performances-at-porto-flavia-world-cup/): Europe’s finest high divers delivered performances to be proud of at the Porto Flavia stop of the World Aquatics High Diving World Cup 2025, with Romania’s Constantin Popovici and Spain’s Carlos Gimeno taking respective silver and bronze in the men’s 27m event, and Switzerland’s Morgane Herculano leading the way for the continent’s women with a
- [European Aquatics champions clean water and community at TrygFonden Copenhagen Swim 2025](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-champions-clean-water-and-community-at-trygfonden-copenhagen-swim-2025/): The canals of Copenhagen provided the setting for the recent TrygFonden Copenhagen Swim 2025, where more than 5,500 swimmers took part in Denmark’s largest open water event, at one point passing Christiansborg Palace, the royal residence and seat of the Danish Parliament located on the island of Slotsholmen. Among the thousands of athletes and spectators
- [Gzira 2025: Italy, Spain, Hungary and Greece reach the quarters at EA U18 Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-italy-spain-hungary-and-greece-reach-the-quarters-at-ea-u18-women-water-polo-championships/): Italy were the big winners on day four of the women's European U18 Championships in Malta. After building an 8-5 lead at half-time against the Netherlands, they maintained their advantage in the second half to claim the three points and replace Hungary at the top of Group A. Elsewhere, the leading two teams in Group
- [Gzira 2025: Netherlands, Italy and Spain secure big wins at EA U18 Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-netherlands-italy-and-spain-secure-big-wins-at-ea-u18-women-water-polo-championships/): There was plenty of drama at the Women's U18 European Championships in Malta on Tuesday, as penalties were needed to separate Hungary and Italy, with the Italians ultimately prevailing after a fine save from goalkeeper Litizia Scibona. Elsewhere, Netherlands downed Türkiye to record their first win of the tournament, and Spain made it two wins
- [Gzira 2025: Favourites make dream starts with big wins at EA U18 Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-favourites-make-dream-starts-with-big-wins-at-ea-u18-women-water-polo-championships/): As the top teams began their European Championships elite campaigns in Malta, all the favourites delivered. Hungary blew away the Dutch in the second half, Italy fended off Türkiye’s late surge, and Spain thrashed Israel while never facing a single six on five in the entire match. Greece didn’t have any headaches against Croatia either.
- [Gzira 2025: Germany, GB and Czechia win first two games at the EA U18 Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-germany-gb-and-czechia-win-first-two-games-at-the-ea-u18-women-water-polo-championships/): With 11 teams on board in the lower division, Group C and D action began a day earlier than the elite competition at the European Aquatics U18 Women Water Polo Championships in Malta. Favourites claimed easy wins, with Germany, Great Britain and the Czechs each winning both of their opening matches. Meanwhile the meeting of
- [France’s Vanhee-Dedieu earns golden double at World Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships in Athens – and dedicates win to illustrious mother Virginie](https://europeanaquatics.org/frances-vanhee-dedieu-earns-golden-double-at-world-aquatics-youth-artistic-swimming-championships-in-athens-and-dedicates-win-to-illustrious-mother-virginie/): France’s 14-year-old Macéo Vanhee-Dedieu, son of three-times world champion Virginie Dedieu, won his first global medals at the World Aquatics Youth Artistic Swimming Championships in Athens, earning two golds and a bronze. After victory in the men’s solo free event, Vanhee-Dedieu - who won the same event in the Greek capital last year on his
- [Gzira 2025: Big five to chase title at European Aquatics U18 Women Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/gzira-2025-big-five-to-chase-title-at-european-aquatics-u18-women-water-polo-championships/): An action-packed summer of water polo will conclude at Gzira in Malta, where the European Aquatics U18 Women Water Polo Championships start tomorrow (Sunday, Aug 31). Making a reliable forecast for the European Aquatics U18 Women Water Polo Championships, which start in Malta tomorrow and finish on September 7, is not an easy task. As
- [European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup 2025 Leg 5 in Razanac: Bulletin now available](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-2025-leg-5-in-razanac-bulletin-now-available/): European Aquatics is pleased to announce that the official bulletin is now available for the fifth and concluding leg of the 2025 European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup, taking place in the Croatian city of Razanac on Saturday, September 27. “Razanac is a much-loved fixture on the circuit and offers a fascinating finale just one
- [Otopeni 2025: Shortt and D’Ambrosio complete world junior doubles as Turkiye takes two golds on final day](https://europeanaquatics.org/otopeni-2025-shortt-and-dambrosio-complete-world-junior-doubles-as-turkiye-takes-two-golds-on-final-day/): Ireland’s John Shortt and Italy’s Carlos D’Ambrosio earned second world junior titles on a final day of competition that saw Turkiye secure two golds through Kuzey Tuncelli and Nusrat Allahverdi. Turkiye’s late efforts saw them rise to seventh place in a final medals table headed by the United States, with Great Britain finishing top European
- [Perfect Montenegro beat Serbia to earn European Aquatics Men’s U18 water polo title in Oradea](https://europeanaquatics.org/perfect-montenegro-beat-serbia-to-earn-european-aquatics-mens-u18-water-polo-title-in-oradea/): There was no way to stop Montenegro in the elite competition at the European Aquatics Men’s U18 Water Polo Championships in Oradea, Romania. They won all their six matches here, overcoming key rivals in the knockout phase as they beat Italy by four goals in the semis before doing the same thing against Serbia in
- [Otopeni 2025: GB’s Fearn earns world junior gold on world record night](https://europeanaquatics.org/otopeni-2025-gbs-fearn-earns-world-junior-gold-on-world-record-night/): Great Britain’s European junior 50m butterfly champion Dean Fearn added world junior gold in the same event on day five of the programme in the Romanian venue. Fearn, 17, who won bronze in the 100m butterfly, earned top spot on the podium with a time of 23.54, finishing just 0.10 ahead of Nigeria’s Abdul Adama,
- [Montenegro and Serbia to clash for gold at EA Men’s U18 Water Polo Championships in Oradea](https://europeanaquatics.org/montenegro-and-serbia-to-clash-for-gold-at-ea-mens-u18-water-polo-championships-in-oradea/): Montenegro and Serbia were dominant winners of their semi-finals in the elite level competition at the EA Men’s U18 Water Polo Championships at Oradea in Romania. Apart from a minor lapse in the second period, Montenegro allowed only a single goal to Italy in the other three quarters. And Serbia’s stormy start stunned the Greeks,
- [Greece, Serbia win thrillers at EA Men’s U18 Water Polo Championships as Montenegro, Italy cruise to the semis](https://europeanaquatics.org/greece-serbia-win-thrillers-at-ea-mens-u18-water-polo-championships-as-montenegro-italy-cruise-to-the-semis/): Quarter-final day at the elite level of the EA Men's U18 European Water Polo Championships in Oradea did not disappoint. While Montenegro thrashed France and Italy’s water polo masterclass kept Spain on six goals, the other two clashes were real thrillers. The Greeks’ and the Serbs’ more precise shot-making made the difference in the crucial
- [Otopeni 2025: Britain’s Nowacki wins second world junior title, Ukraine’s Sheremet and Plytnykaite of Lithuania also top podium in Romania](https://europeanaquatics.org/otopeni-2025-britains-nowacki-wins-second-world-junior-title-ukraines-sheremet-and-plytnykaite-of-lithuania-also-top-podium/): Great Britain’s Filip Nowacki tonight added the world junior 200m breaststroke title to the 100m version he had claimed two days earlier - and European swimmers added further lustre to their reputation as Ukraine’s Nikita Sheremet and Smilte Plytnykaite of Lithuania also earned gold. The session’s concluding event of the men’s 4x200m freestyle went to
- [Favourites deliver as France shed tears of joy at Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/favourites-deliver-as-france-shed-tears-of-joy-at-mens-u18-european-water-polo-championships/): Greece, Serbia and Spain all did an efficient job in the crossovers to advance to the quarter-finals in the elite level of the Men's U18 European Water Polo Championships being staged in the Romanian venue of Oradea. The battle for the eighth spot was as fierce as usual and victory went to France after an
- [Otopeni 2025: Juska and Tuncelli are golden on day 3 of the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/otopeni-2025-juska-and-tuncelli-are-golden-on-day-3-of-the-world-aquatics-junior-swimming-championships/): European swimmers once again stepped up to the top of the podium on day three at the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships as Lithuania’s Tajus Juska and Turkiye’s Kuzey Tuncelli claimed the men’s 100m butterfly and 800m freestyle titles respectively. Juska, 16, added world junior gold to the European junior version he won in Samorin
- [Croatia beat Serbia to claim last direct quarter-final place in Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/croatia-beat-serbia-to-claim-last-direct-quarter-final-place-in-mens-u18-european-water-polo-championships/): Croatia joined Hungary, Italy and Montenegro as quarter-finalists in the elite level of the Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships being staged in Oradea, Romania. Other qualifiers will emerge from crossover matches involving Group A and B teams and top finishers from Group C and D on Thursday. The battles for the top spots produced
- [Two host cities and new format for 2026 European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/two-host-cities-and-new-format-for-2026-european-water-polo-championships/): European Aquatics has announced the 2026 European Water Polo Championships will be contested across two venues, with the men’s tournament set for Belgrade, Serbia, from 10th-25th January, while the location and dates for the women’s event will soon be confirmed. Both eagerly-awaited competitions will feature 16 teams battling it out on the grandest of stages
- [Otopeni 2025: Nowacki, Shortt and D’Ambrosio strike world junior gold as two Championship records are set on day 2](https://europeanaquatics.org/otopeni-2025-nowacki-shortt-and-dambrosia-strike-world-junior-gold-as-two-championship-records-are-set-on-day-2/): Britain’s Filip Nowacki and John Shortt of Ireland added world junior titles to their European versions in Otopeni today, with Italy’s Carlos D’Ambrosio securing a third gold for Europe in the same session in a men’s 200m freestyle Championship record of 1:45.15. Neutral athlete Mikhail Shcherbakov also set a Championship record, clocking 1:57.25 in the
- [European Water Polo Championships 2026 Draw Ceremony to be Held at Belgrade’s White Palace](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-water-polo-championships-2026-draw-ceremony-to-be-held-at-belgrades-white-palace/): The Draw Ceremony for the European Water Polo Championships 2026 (EWPC 2026) will take place on 13 September 2025 at the prestigious White Palace (Beli Dvor) in Belgrade, Serbia. A landmark of Serbian cultural heritage, the White Palace was built for the Karađorđević royal family between 1934 and 1937 and today stands as one of
- [Montenegro, Hungary and Italy reach Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships quarter-finals](https://europeanaquatics.org/montenegro-hungary-and-italy-reach-mens-u18-european-water-polo-championships-quarter-finals/): Second victories earned Montenegro, Hungary and Italy quarter-final places in the elite level of the Men's U18 European Water Polo Championships being staged in Oradea, Romania. Spain bounced back from their shoot-out loss to Croatia to blow away the Serbs in the fourth period. Group C and D action saw real thrillers, including Malta’s stunning
- [Otopeni 2025: Day one at World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships produces world record, silver for GB’s Smith and two relay medals for Italy](https://europeanaquatics.org/otopeni-2025-day-one-at-world-aquatics-junior-swimming-championships-produces-world-record-silver-for-gbs-smith-and-two-relay-medals-for-italy/): Great Britain’s 15-year-old Amalie Smith, a double gold medallist on her debut at the European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships last month, added further lustre to her career by taking women’s 400m medley silver on day one of the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships. Smith, who won the European 200m and 400m IM titles in Samorin,
- [European Aquatics invites applications for Audit Committee vacancy](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-invites-applications-for-audit-committee-vacancy/): European Aquatics has announced the opening of nominations to fill one vacancy on its Audit Committee for the 2025–2028 term. The committee plays a vital role in ensuring transparency and integrity across the organisation’s financial processes, overseeing the annual audit, reviewing financial reports, monitoring the work of external auditors, and ensuring that robust internal controls
- [Croatia win shoot-out thriller against Spain as Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships start](https://europeanaquatics.org/croatia-win-shoot-out-thriller-against-spain-as-mens-u18-european-water-polo-championships-start/): The opening day at the Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships in Oradea produced a couple of wild battles. The evening featured a series of thrillers as Montenegro stunned Serbia and Croatia edged out Spain in a game of twists and turns. Romania and Turkiye also contributed to the excitement as the hosts lost by
- [Unpredictable prospects as Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships return in Oradea and Rio Maior](https://europeanaquatics.org/unpredictable-prospects-as-mens-u18-european-water-polo-championships-return-in-oradea-and-rio-maior/): A total of 29 national teams are starting their respective quests today at the Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships - which are back after an absence of 18 years. The elite are playing in Oradea, Romania, while the Division One tournament is being staged at the Portuguese venue of Rio Maior. Fulfilling the participating
- [Dedicated websites for U18 European Water Polo Championships in Oradea, Rio Maior and Gzira launched](https://europeanaquatics.org/dedicated-websites-for-u18-european-water-polo-championships-in-oradea-rio-maior-and-gzira-launched/): With the spotlight ready to shine on the continent’s top U18 water polo players, European Aquatics has launched three dedicated new websites for the upcoming Men’s Elite and Division 1 European Championships, and the Women’s European Championships.The websites will feature daily reviews from each prestigious competition and contain links to all the squad lists, fixtures,
- [Otopeni 2025: Nowacki and Tuncelli head European challenge at World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/otopeni-2025-nowacki-and-tuncelli-head-european-challenge-at-world-aquatics-junior-swimming-championships/): European swimmers including Britain’s Filip Nowacki and Kuzey Tuncelli of Turkiye are set for podium appearances at the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships that start in the Romanian venue of Otopeni tomorrow and run until August 24. Otopeni successfully hosted the 2023 European Aquatics Short Course Championships, where Ireland’s Daniel Wiffen won 800m freestyle in
- [Pro Recco and FTC water polo stars all set to light up New York](https://europeanaquatics.org/pro-recco-and-ftc-water-polo-stars-all-set-to-light-up-new-york/): In the world of water polo, few names command as much respect as Italy’s Pro Recco and Hungary’s Ferencváros. The two European giants, dominant not only in their domestic leagues, but across the continent, are set to add a historic new chapter to their storied rivalry in September when they clash across the Atlantic in
- [Champions League Fan Team of 2024/25 season announced](https://europeanaquatics.org/champions-league-fan-team-of-2024-25-season-announced/): Water polo fans from around the world have cast their votes on European Aquatics' Instagram account to select the seven outstanding stars of last season's Champions League. Interestingly, bronze medallists CNAB have three of their top class players among the magnificent seven, one more than FTC-Telekom, who claimed back-to-back titles. It was time for the
- [European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup Leg 4 in Barcelona to deliver comprehensive sustainability and legacy programme](https://europeanaquatics.org/european-aquatics-open-water-swimming-cup-leg-4-in-barcelona-to-deliver-comprehensive-sustainability-and-legacy-programme/): The European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Cup Leg 4, which will take place in Barcelona on September 20, will implement a wide-ranging series of sustainability and legacy measures. European Aquatics, the Royal Spanish Swimming Federation and Club Natació Atlètic-Barceloneta are committed to setting a benchmark for aquatics events by delivering sustainable practices drawn from the
- [Making waves for a greener future: European Aquatics and Romanian Water Polo Federation announce sustainable initiatives for Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/making-waves-for-a-greener-future-european-aquatics-and-romanian-water-polo-federation-announce-sustainable-initiatives-for-mens-u18-european-water-polo-championships/): In collaboration with the Romanian Water Polo Federation, European Aquatics is delighted to announce a comprehensive Sustainability and Legacy Programme for the upcoming U18 Men’s Elite European Water Polo Championships in Oradea.The prestigious age-group event will take place from 18 to 24 August 2025, and the initiatives aim to ensure a lasting positive impact on
- [Men’s U18 European Water Polo Championships schedules for Oradea and Rio Maior](https://europeanaquatics.org/mens-u18-water-polo-championships-schedules-for-oradea-and-rio-maior/): The continent's top young players are busy fine-tuning their final preparations for the 2025 Men's U18 European Water Polo Championships, with the Elite competition taking place in Oradea, Romania, and the Division 1 tournament in Rio Maior, Portugal. Both championships will take place from the 18th to 24th August. OradeaThe Elite tournament will take place
- [Antwerp ready to host two key 2026 spring season swimming events](https://europeanaquatics.org/antwerp-ready-to-host-two-key-2026-spring-season-swimming-events/): European Aquatics is delighted to shine a spotlight on two major fixtures in next year’s swimming calendar - the Flanders Swimming Cup 2026 from 20 to 22 March, and the Open Belgian Championships Swimming 2026 from 15 to 17 May. Both will take place at the superb Olympic Swimming Centre in Antwerp, home to a
- [Venue and date confirmed for men’s 2025 European water polo Super Cup final](https://europeanaquatics.org/venue-and-date-confirmed-for-mens-2025-european-water-polo-super-cup-final-2/): On Wednesday, 8th October, Budapest will become the battleground for two water polo giants as Champions League kings FTC-Telekom take on Euro Cup conquerors Pro Recco in the men’s 2025 European Super Cup Final.FTC-Telekom won the last two editions of the Champions League and only lost two games en route to their respective triumphs, one
- [Singapore 2025: Marchand and Meilutyte golden again on final day of World Aquatics Championships](https://europeanaquatics.org/singapore-2025-marchand-and-meilutyte-golden-again-on-final-day-of-world-aquatics-championships/): European swimmers created big waves at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships which concluded today - and none more so than France’s 23-year-old phenomenon Leon Marchand, who added 400m individual medley gold to the 200m medley title he had secured four days earlier. Lithuania also secured gold on the night as Lithuania’s Ruta Meilutyte with fourth
- [Singapore 2025: Sereda’s silver on diving’s final day puts Ukraine on the world sporting map again](https://europeanaquatics.org/singapore-2025-seredas-silver-on-divings-final-day-puts-ukraine-on-the-world-sporting-map-again/): Ukraine’s 19-year-old phenomenon Oleksii Sereda earned men’s 10m platform silver today behind Australia’s Cassiel Rousseau in the final event on the diving programme. Sereda, three-times European champion in this discipline, was satisfied to have taken another step up the world podium after winning bronze in Doha last year. “I feel happy,” he told Wo