Tenerife is adding another major international sporting event to its calendar this summer.
From 16 to 23 August, the Tenerife Aquatic Sports Centre (CDAT) in Puerto de la Cruz will host the Women’s Under-18 Water Polo World Championship, bringing together some of the sport’s most promising young talent from across the globe.
The tournament is being staged with the support of the Cabildo de Tenerife, Turismo de Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz Town Hall and the Government of the Canary Islands.
Twenty National Teams from Six Continents
The championship will welcome 20 national teams representing six continents, making it one of the largest international youth sporting events to be held on the island this year.
Over eight days of competition, players, coaches, officials and supporters will descend on Puerto de la Cruz for a tournament that showcases the next generation of international water polo.
Another Boost for Sports Tourism
Tenerife has spent recent years building a strong reputation as a destination for international sporting events, thanks to its year-round climate and high-quality facilities.
Island Vice President Lope Afonso believes hosting competitions like this helps strengthen Tenerife’s standing on the world stage while bringing economic benefits to local businesses.
Beyond the competition itself, events of this scale introduce visitors to the island’s culture, hospitality and outdoor lifestyle, with many extending their stay to explore Tenerife after the tournament.
A Modern Venue Ready for International Competition
The Tenerife Aquatic Sports Centre has become one of the island’s flagship sporting facilities.
Designed to host elite competitions while supporting the development of local athletes, the venue has already welcomed several national and international events and continues to play an important role in Tenerife’s sporting ambitions.
Water Polo Continues to Grow in Tenerife
The championship also reflects the increasing popularity of water polo on the island.
Local clubs, including Echeyde, which competes at the highest level in Spain, have helped raise the profile of the sport, while clubs such as Unión, Reales and Océano continue to develop young players.
With the world’s best under-18 teams arriving in August, organisers hope the tournament will inspire even more young athletes to take up the sport while further establishing Tenerife as a leading destination for international aquatic events.