Mladost Zagreb player and captain of the Serbian national team Vanja Udovicic has been declared the world's best water polo player in 2010 by the magazine published by the International Swimming Federation (FINA).

Udovicic earned the award after a great season at the Italian Pro Recco, the 2010 Euroleague champion, at the same time leading Serbia to a bronze medal at the European Championships and a triumph in the World League competition. He was named the MVP at several major club and national team competitions.

The 28-year-old Udovicic was named the best European water polo player in November last year by the European Swimming Federation (LEN) magazine.

Elizabeth Armstrong of the United States was chosen as the best female player in 2010.