Sweden Men's National Water Polo Team: Olympic History and Overview

Sweden Men's National Water Polo Team

The Sweden men's national water polo team serves as the official representative for Sweden in international water polo competitions. Governed by the Swedish Swimming Federation, the team competes under the FINA code SWE and is a member of the European confederation, LEN (Ligue Européenne de Natation).

Key Facts

  • Governing Body: Swedish Swimming Federation
  • Confederation: LEN (Europe)
  • FINA Code: SWE
  • Olympic Appearances: 8
  • Olympic Debut: 1908
  • Best Olympic Result: 1912

Olympic Participation and Performance

Sweden has a long-standing history in the Summer Olympics, having participated in eight different tournaments. The team made its first Olympic appearance in 1908, establishing itself as an early competitor in the international water polo arena.

The pinnacle of the team's Olympic success occurred during the 1912 Games, which stands as their best result to date.

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Organizational Structure

The team operates under the jurisdiction of the Swedish Swimming Federation, which manages the development and administration of aquatic sports within the country. On a continental level, they are integrated into the LEN confederation, ensuring their participation in European championships and qualifying events.

Sweden Men's National Water Polo Team Summary
Category Details
FINA Code SWE
Association Swedish Swimming Federation
Confederation LEN (Europe)
Olympic Appearances 8
First Olympic Appearance 1908
Best Olympic Result 1912
Official Website svensksimidrott.se

Frequently Asked Questions

Which organization governs the Sweden men's national water polo team?

The team is governed by the Swedish Swimming Federation.

What is the FINA code for the Swedish water polo team?

The FINA code for the team is SWE.

How many times has the team appeared in the Summer Olympics?

The Sweden men's national water polo team has participated in eight Olympic tournaments.

When did Sweden first compete in Olympic water polo?

Sweden made its first Olympic appearance in water polo in 1908.

What was the team's best Olympic performance?

The team achieved its best Olympic result in 1912.

Which continental confederation does the team belong to?

The team is part of LEN, the European confederation for aquatic sports.

References

  1. "HistoFINA – Water polo medalists and statistics" (PDF). fina.org. FINA. September 2019. pp. 4, 14, 25, 40, 48. Archived (PDF) from the original on 1 August 2021. Retrieved 6 August 2021.