Water Polo in the Netherlands: National Team Success
Men's National Team Achievements
The Dutch men's national water polo team has a strong history of success in the sport, with numerous achievements at both the European and global levels. Some of their notable achievements include:
- Olympic Games:
- Silver Medal - 1948 London
- Bronze Medal - 1976 Montreal
- World Championships:
- Gold Medal - 1973 Belgrade
- Silver Medal - 1978 Berlin
- European Championships:
- Gold Medal - 1950 Vienna
- Gold Medal - 1958 Budapest
Women's National Team Achievements
The Dutch women's national water polo team has also achieved considerable success in the sport, with notable achievements including:
- Olympic Games:
- Gold Medal - 2008 Beijing
- Silver Medal - 2000 Sydney
- Bronze Medal - 2016 Rio de Janeiro
- World Championships:
- Gold Medal - 2019 Gwangju
- Silver Medal - 2015 Kazan
- Bronze Medal - 2001 Fukuoka
- European Championships:
- Gold Medal - 1989 Bonn
- Gold Medal - 1993 Sheffield
The Dutch national teams, both men and women, continue to be strong contenders in international water polo competitions, showcasing the country's deep-rooted passion and talent for the sport.