Defending Men’s water polo Olympic Gold Medal champion Serbia opened as a co-favorite with Hungary for the Tokyo games. Meanwhile, the USA is the women’s Summer Olympics betting favorite as defending Gold Medal Champion. Gamblers have plenty to choose from for the 2021 Summer Olympics in water polo. On the men’s side Serbia (2016), Croatia (2012), and Hungary (2004 & 2000) are the most recent winners. While on the women’s side, the United States (2016 & 2012) and Netherlands (2008) are the latest Gold Medal, winners.
2021 Summer Olympic Games
| Date: | July 23 Through August 8, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Tokyo, Japan |
| TV Coverage: | NBC Family of Networks |
Men’s Water Polo Odds
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Hungary | +250 |
| Serbia | +285 |
| Croatia | +400 |
| Montenegro | +500 |
| Italy | +600 |
| Spain | +700 |
| Greece | +1700 |
| USA | +10000 |
| All Other Countries | +25000 or Higher |
Women’s Water Polo Odds
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| USA | -190 |
| Spain | +400 |
| Australia | +700 |
| Hungary | +900 |
| Netherlands | +1100 |
| Russian OC | +1100 |
| All Other Countries | +50000 or higher |
2021 Summer Olympics Men’s Water Polo Top Contenders
Hungary +250
Hungary is attempting to score its first-ever Olympic gold medal. They enter sportsbook Olympic action ranked 4th on the FINA standings. Although they have never won a medal in the Olympics, Hungary is seen as an emerging world power. Hungary consistently ranks as one of the best teams in Europe. To show, they won the 2016 European championship.
Serbia +285
First in the FINA rankings belongs to Serbia as the 2021 Summer Olympics open. Serbia was the Gold Medal winner of the 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil. Also impressive is that Serbia has won four consecutive European championships. Head coach Dejan Savic has Olympic experience as both a player and coach. He’s been head coach of Serbia since 2012.
Croatia +400
Also on the minds of gamblers is the 2012 Gold Medal champion Croatia. FINA has the Croatia national team ranked 3rd entering the Summer Games. Croatia boasts the 2017 World Championship and 2018 Europa Cup title.
Montenegro +500
First, in the FINA men’s rankings is Montenegro. Montenegro has momentum after taking the 2020 FINA World League title.
2021 Summer Olympics Women’s Water Polo Top Contenders
USA -190
On the whole, it’s hard to find a more successful program in any sport than the United States women’s water polo team. The USA struck Gold in the past two Olympics. Additionally, the Americans have six world championships among numerous other accolades. In 2019 the United States won the World Championship, Pan American Games, and World League. While in 2018, the USA took the World Cup. America is ranked number one in the FINA standings.
Spain +400
Late on, Spain has become a popular pick for women’s water polo. Much of that is based on their 2020 European Championship. Spain has never won Olympic Gold. But they have two Silver Medals. Now Spain enters action with a FINA ranking of 3rd.
Australia +700
FINA has Australia ranked 7th entering the Tokyo summer games. In sum, the Stingers have one Olympic Gold Medal (2000) in their history. Australia took Olympic Bronze in 2012 and 2008. Most recently, they won the Bronze at the 2019 World Championships.
2021 Summer Olympics Men’s and Women’s Water Polo SBG Free Picks
On this occasion, Montenegro combines good ability and price on the men’s side. Australia does the same with the Summer Olympic Games odds on the women’s side.
2021 Summer Olympics Men’s and Women’s Water Polo Best Bet: Montenegro (Men’s) and Australia (Women’s)