Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07 07:30 | 1 |
Spain Women vs USA Women
|
5-14 |
| 08/07 04:40 | 50 |
Hungary Women vs ROC Women
|
11-9 |
| 08/07 02:00 | 31 |
Netherlands Women vs Australia Women
|
7-14 |
| 08/07 00:30 | 32 |
China Women vs Canada Women
|
7-16 |
| 08/05 10:50 | 2 |
Spain Women vs Hungary Women
|
8-6 |
| 08/05 09:20 | 2 |
Australia Women vs Canada Women
|
14-12 |
| 08/05 06:30 | 2 |
ROC Women vs USA Women
|
11-15 |
| 08/05 05:00 | 2 |
China Women vs Netherlands Women
|
6-13 |
| 08/03 10:50 | 3 |
Australia Women vs ROC Women
|
8-9 |
| 08/03 09:20 | 3 |
Netherlands Women vs Hungary Women
|
11-14 |
| 08/03 06:30 | 3 |
Spain Women vs China Women
|
11-7 |
| 08/03 05:00 | 3 |
Canada Women vs USA Women
|
5-16 |
Japan Women
South Africa Women
The women's tournament of water polo at the 2020 Summer Olympics at Tokyo, Japan was played from 24 July to 7 August 2021 at the Tokyo Tatsumi International Swimming Center. It was the sixth appearance of the women's tournament, which had been held consecutively since 2000 and also was the first time on history that the tournament had 10 teams competing.
On 24 March 2020, the Olympics were postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of the pandemic, the games were played behind closed doors.
The United States won their third consecutive and overall gold medal after a finals win over Spain, while Hungary captured the bronze medal, beating defending bronze medalists Russia.
The medals for the competition were presented by Samira Asghari, Afghanistan; IOC Member, and the medalists' bouquets were presented by Dale Neuburger, United States; FINA Treasurer.
The "Olympics 2020 Water Polo - Women" tournament showcases the pinnacle of women's water polo, featuring elite teams from around the globe competing for Olympic glory. Held in Tokyo, Japan, this highly anticipated event brings together the best female athletes, each representing their nation with pride and determination.
**Event Highlights:**
- **Date & Venue:** The tournament takes place at the state-of-the-art Tokyo Aquatics Centre, a venue designed to host aquatic sports with cutting-edge facilities and a vibrant atmosphere.
- **Participating Teams:** The tournament features a diverse lineup of national teams, including powerhouses like the United States, Australia, Hungary, and Spain, all vying for the coveted gold medal. Each team has undergone rigorous training and qualification processes to earn their spot in this prestigious competition.
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Join us in celebrating the spirit of competition, teamwork, and athletic excellence at the "Olympics 2020 Water Polo - Women" tournament, where history will be made and champions will rise!