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Olympiacos claims 40th men's water polo championship
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Olympiacos claims 40th men's water polo championship

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Olympiacos secured their 40th men's water polo championship by defeating Panathinaikos 17-12 in the final match.
  • The victory marks Olympiacos' 14th consecutive league title and their 9th consecutive "double" (league and cup).
  • This historic win extends Olympiacos' lead over Ethnikos, the second-most successful club, in the all-time championship standings.

Olympiacos has once again asserted its dominance in Greek men's water polo, clinching their 40th league championship title. The team defeated rivals Panathinaikos 17-12 in the final match, completing a decisive 3-0 sweep in the series.

This latest triumph is particularly significant as it marks Olympiacos' 14th consecutive league title and their 9th consecutive "double," a testament to their sustained excellence in the sport. The "red-and-whites" have now widened the gap in the all-time championship standings, surpassing Ethnikos, who holds 38 titles.

The "golden book" of men's water polo in Greece showcases Olympiacos' unparalleled success, with 40 championships to their name. This includes a remarkable run of consecutive titles, highlighting a period of sustained dominance. Other notable clubs like Ethnikos, NO Patron, Aris, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni have also secured multiple titles throughout the sport's history, but none match Olympiacos' current tally.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.