IHF World Men's Handball Championship — All-Time Champions

The IHF World Men's Handball Championship has been contested since 1938 under the governance of International Handball Federation. Across 11+ recorded editions through 1938-2025, France stands as the most successful nation with 6 titles, followed by Sweden and Denmark. The list below documents every champion, runner-up, and host venue we can verify, providing a complete reference for the handball world championship's history.