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The European Water Polo Championship is a sport competition for national water polo teams, currently held biannually and organized by the European Aquatics, the European governing body for aquatic sports. There are both men's and women's competitions.

The first European Water Polo Championship was held in 1926 in Budapest, Hungary, with just a men's competition. The women for the first time competed in 1985 (Oslo, Norway) for the European title. The water polo tournament was part of the European Aquatics Championships up to and including 1997, and from 1999 the event was separated and got its own independent tournament.

The European Championships, commonly known as the "European Champs," is a premier water polo tournament that brings together the top national teams from across Europe. Held annually (or biennially, depending on the edition), this prestigious competition showcases the best in men's and women's water polo, featuring intense matches, strategic gameplay, and exceptional athleticism. Organized by the Ligue Européenne de Natation (LEN), the tournament serves as a key event for teams vying for continental supremacy, qualification for world championships, and Olympic spots. Fans can expect thrilling encounters, high-level skill, and a celebration of European water polo excellence at the European Champs.