In a breathtaking display of athleticism and strategic mastery, Serbia’s water polo team claimed their third consecutive Olympic gold medal, defeating arch-rivals Croatia in the final at the Paris 2024 Games.
The match, a gripping contest from start to finish, ended with Serbia ahead 13-11, a testament to their early dominance and unyielding defense.
Serbia’s path to victory was paved in the opening quarter, where they surged ahead with a commanding 5-2 lead. Croatia’s efforts to regain control were met with a resolute Serbian side that refused to let their grip on the match slip. Each quarter that followed was a showcase of high-stakes water polo, with both teams exchanging blows, yet Serbia’s experience and composure under pressure proved decisive.
This victory marks Serbia’s third successive Olympic gold, following their triumphs in Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2021. It is a feat that places them among the elite in Olympic history, underscoring their enduring supremacy in water polo.
The Paris Olympics have been a golden period for Serbia, with the nation accumulating five medals: three gold, one silver, and one bronze. The water polo team’s victory is the crown jewel of this haul, symbolizing the unbreakable spirit and determination that has come to define Serbian sport on the world stage.
Photo: Olimpijski komitet Srbije