World Aquatics Will Host 2027 High Diving Cup
The 2027 World Cup series will feature events in Fort Lauderdale and Porto Flavia as paths to the world championships.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Swimming
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World Aquatics has announced the 2027 High Diving World Cup venues, with competition stops set for Fort Lauderdale on April 10 and Porto Flavia on June 12. These events will serve as the primary qualification pathway for the 2027 World Aquatics Championships in Budapest.
Why it matters
The tournament schedule establishes the necessary qualification criteria for the world championships. Athletes must navigate these specific stops to secure their place among the elite competitors in Hungary.
To qualify for the world championships, men must secure at least 200 points, while women must earn a minimum of 160 points during World Cup competition. Athletes are further required to compete in at least one event during both the 2026 and 2027 series.
The players
World Aquatics
This international federation serves as the recognized governing body for water sports, including high diving, swimming, and water polo.
The details
The qualification process mandates participation in both 2026 and 2027 World Cup events to be eligible for entry into the 2027 World Aquatics Championships. The high diving portion of the championships in Budapest is scheduled to run from July 8 to July 11, 2027.
Timeline
The 2026 World Cup stop in Zhaoqing, China, takes place on November 21-22, 2026.
Fort Lauderdale will host the first 2027 World Cup stop on April 10-11, 2027.
The second 2027 World Cup stop is scheduled for Porto Flavia on June 12-13, 2027.
The 2027 World Aquatics Championships in Budapest begin on June 26, 2027.
High diving events at the world championships start on July 8, 2027.
Season Trajectory
These scheduled World Cup stops set the competitive pace for the upcoming biennial championship cycle. Success in these events is essential for athletes aiming to qualify for the high diving program at the 2027 World Aquatics Championships in Budapest.
Qualification hinges on meeting a strict point threshold of 200 for men and 160 for women. Fans and analysts should track athlete performance at the November 2026 event in Zhaoqing as a baseline for eligibility before the 2027 tour begins.
The takeaway
High diving remains a high-stakes sport where consistent international performance dictates entry to major championships. Athletes must carefully balance their competition schedules across 2026 and 2027 to ensure they meet the rigorous point requirements.
Further reading
Find more information on qualification and international events at Swimming.
Source note: This article includes information reported by SwimSwam.
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