The Sharks, once the pride of Montenegrin water polo, have suffered yet another crushing defeat. At the Budapest tournament, after already losing to the host Hungary, Montenegro was soundly beaten by Spain, a European and world water polo powerhouse. The result? A decisive loss practically sealed in the first half. Spain started strong, taking the lead with a goal from Granados, while Montenegro briefly equalized through Đuro Radović. However, a brutal 7-0 run by Spain in the second quarter shattered the Sharks’ resistance. By halftime, Spain held a record +8 goal lead and only cemented their dominance in the second half. Montenegro’s top scorer was Matković with three goals, while Granados led Spain with five. This defeat is a loud alarm bell for the Montenegrin team, now preparing for the World Championship in Singapore, where they will face Greece in their opening match on July 12. Can the Sharks bounce back and show their teeth on the big stage? Right now, they look far from the form needed for top results. If you thought Montenegrin water polo was safe, think again. The Sharks are at risk of becoming prey, not predators. What do you think – is this the end of an era for Montenegrin water polo or just a bad day at the pool? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s optimistic and who’s already calling for new coaches!
