FIBA and MotoGP will stage a 3×3 basketball showcase in Rimini on September 9, ahead of the Red Bull Grand Prix of San Marino and the Rimini Riviera. The event brings together MotoGP riders, 3×3 basketball players, content creators and fans for an evening of sport and entertainment.
The FIBA 3×3 MotoGP Showcase, taking place at Piazzale Kennedy, will feature a dunk exhibition followed by a 3×3 basketball game starring MotoGP riders, FIBA 3×3 players, and special guests. Activities will begin at 17:30 CET with premium entertainment and non-stop music.
The exhibition game will then see leading MotoGP riders step onto the half-court alongside players and personalities from the world of 3×3 basketball. Confirmed MotoGP participants include 2026 MotoGP title challenger Marco Bezzecchi, race winner Franco Morbidelli and two-time MotoGP World Champion Francesco Bagnaia.
Morbidelli will lead his team against a squad featuring Bezzecchi and Bagnaia. Other confirmed players include 3×3 basketball player Giorgio Di Bonaventura and content creator Luca Campolunghi, with more names to be announced closer to the competition.
Alex Sanchez, FIBA 3×3 Managing Director, said: “Bringing together MotoGP riders, 3×3 basketball players and creators for this event creates a unique opportunity to unite two dynamic sports communities and introduce 3×3 basketball to new fans in an exciting setting. We are delighted to collaborate with MotoGP on this showcase in Rimini.”
Kelly Brittain, Managing Director, Global Marketing, MotoGP: “We’re excited to work with FIBA for this 3×3 event, bringing together basketball and MotoGP. It’ll be great entertainment for everyone who can go and enjoy the show just ahead of the San Marino GP, kicking off the weekend’s celebrations in style.”
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