The Olympic Games, held every four years, epitomise global athletic excellence and camaraderie.
And water polo, a dynamic and demanding sport that combines swimming, strategy, and teamwork, has been part of the Olympic program since the 1900s.
As the Paris 2024 Olympics begin to unfold, here’s what you need to know about Australia’s water polo teams.
How is Australia doing at the Paris 2024 Olympics in water polo?
Men’s Game 1: Australia vs Spain (Day Two: 27th July)
The Australian men’s water polo team faced a challenging start to the Paris Olympics, falling to Spain 9-5 in their opening match.
Despite a strong effort, Australia struggled against the European champions, trailing 5-3 at halftime. Spanish keeper Unai Aguirre’s 13 saves were pivotal, while Alberto Munarriz led with three goals for Spain.
Australians Angus Lambie and Milos Maksimovic scored two goals each. With ten first-time Olympians, the team remains hopeful and is preparing for their next match against Serbia.
Who is in the Australian women’s water polo team Olympics 2024?
- Zoe Arancini
- Keesja Gofers
- Abby Andrews
- Elle Armit
- Bronte Halligan
- Tilly Kearns
- Gabi Palm
- Alice Williams
- Sienna Hearn
- Sienna Green
- Genevieve Longman
- Danijela Jackovich
- Charlize Andrew
Who is in the Australian men’s water polo team for the Paris Olympics?
- Nathan Power
- Blake Edwards
- Lachy Edwards
- Nic Porter
- Marcus Berehulak
- John Hedges
- Luke Pavillard
- Angus Lambie
- Charlie Negus
- Chaz Poot
- Jacob Mercep
- Matthew Byrnes
- Milos Maksimovic
What is the Australian water polo team called?
The women’s team is nicknamed The Stingers and the men’s team is nicknamed The Sharks.
How many Olympic medals has Australia won previously for water polo?
The Australian women’s water polo team won Gold at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, Bronze at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and Bronze at the 2012 London Olympics.
The Australian men’s water polo team has never won an Olympic medal.
When did women’s water polo become an Olympic sport?
Men’s water polo made its Olympic debut at the Paris Games in 1900. But it took until the 2000 Sydney Olympics for women’s water polo to be officially a part of the games.
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