Water polo, which is a high performance demanding sport, is a part of the Olympic Games since from the beginning. Also, it is among the most watched team sports of the Olympic Games.

Water polo improves the concentration, team working, and adaptation skills. The rate of injuries, both during the trainings and the matches is extremely low.

The popularity of water polo is rapidly increasing. It demands a high level of physical fitness, and the athletes' dietary habits must be monitored, since they lose an enormous amount of energy and water.