Sport
Water Polo: Serbia’s Golden Sport
Three Olympic golds in a row, and where to watch the best team in the world.
Quick answer
Serbia’s men’s water polo team won Olympic gold three times in a row: Rio 2016, Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024, where they beat Croatia 13–11 in the final. In Belgrade, the historic Tašmajdan pool is the home of the sport.
Quick facts
- Olympic gold
- 2016, 2021, 2024
- Paris 2024 final
- Serbia 13–11 Croatia
- Historic venue
- Tašmajdan pool, Belgrade
- Season
- Club season autumn to spring
- Last checked
- 28 Oct 2026
A golden streak
Serbia finished third at the 2008 and 2012 Olympics, then won gold in 2016, 2021 and 2024, a run few teams in any sport can match. Including the Yugoslav era, the team has won multiple world and European titles.
Where to watch
Club matches and national-team games are played at pools like Tašmajdan in Belgrade. Tickets are cheap and the atmosphere is intense.
Tip: Match schedules are often confirmed late, so check the federation or club site close to your dates.
Frequently asked questions
How many Olympic golds has Serbia won in water polo?
Three in a row: 2016, 2021 and 2024.
Sources
Checked 28 Oct 2026. Prices and timetables change; confirm before you travel.
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