The women's water polo tournament at the 2009 World Aquatics Championships, organised by the FINA, was held in Rome, Italy from 19 to 31 July 2009.
[1][2] All times are Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) If two teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows: If there is more than one tie in a group, the highest placed tie shall be determined first.
If three or more teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows: If there is more than one tie in a group, the highest placed tie shall be determined first.
Source: "CODE OF CONDUCT – BL 9.6.3 Tie Breaking".
Canada disputed the result, however fina rejected the proposal.