BUCHAREST (Romania) – Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) successfully defended their FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest title, completing a perfect seven-game run from the Qualifying Draw to defeat Fuengirola (ESP), 19-17, in a thrilling Final on Sunday.

Led by MVP Worthy de Jong, Amsterdam overcame a determined Fuengirola side to claim their second World Tour stop win of the 2026 season, adding to their triumph at WT Vienna. The Dutch side successfully became back-to-back FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest winners, capping an impressive campaign.

Amsterdam hold their nerve

Fuengirola made history in Bucharest, becoming the first Spanish team to reach a FIBA 3×3 World Tour Final. But Amsterdam’s experience and composure proved decisive in a tense, physical contest.

The teams traded the lead throughout a low-scoring Final. Fuengirola held an 8-5 advantage midway through the game before Amsterdam responded to move ahead, 9-8, under four minutes remaining. Isaac Mayo and his teammates continued to fight, tying the game at 12-12 and again at 17-17 after Mayo converted two free-throws following a foul on a two-point attempt.

With the title hanging in the balance, de Jong delivered the decisive blow, draining a game-winning two-pointer to seal the 19-17 victory and send Amsterdam to the top once again.

The Dutch side’s road to the title was far from straightforward. They opened their knockout campaign with a 16-13 win over Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN), with de Jong recording six points, seven rebounds and eight highlights. Amsterdam then faced Miami (USA) in a physical Semi-Final, where de Jong erupted for 16 points to power his team to a 21-18 win.

That victory set up the Final against Fuengirola, who had made their own historic run to the championship game.

The Spanish side edged Kaunas VDU (LTU), 21-18, in the Semi-Finals after overcoming a 13-12 deficit with a decisive 5-0 run. Isaac Mayo led Fuengirola with eight points as they secured their first-ever World Tour Final appearance and made history for Spanish 3×3 basketball.

De Jong named MVP

Worthy de Jong was named MVP of FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 after leading Amsterdam RABOBANK to the title with a series of outstanding performances. The Dutch star finished the tournament ranked first in overall Player Value with 58.4, while his 46 points and 26 highlights also led all players. He collected 20 rebounds, the third-highest total in the competition, and recorded five dunks, ranking second overall.

De Jong saved some of his best basketball for the knockout rounds. He helped Amsterdam advance past Hangzhou Jingwei in the Quarter-Finals before taking over in the Semi-Final against Miami. He then delivered the decisive basket in the Final to complete Amsterdam’s successful title defense.

Side events

Lucas Ugolin of Toulouse (FRA) won the Shootout Contest presented by the Romanian Basketball Federation, scoring 16 points to claim the title.

Meanwhile, Jeremiah Walker took home the Slam Dunk Contest title presented by BCR. The English dunker secured his third Slam Dunk Contest victory of the FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2026 season, adding Bucharest to his previous wins at WT Vienna and WT Lausanne.

Marquee Bucharest stop

Bucharest hosted a FIBA 3×3 World Tour stop for the second time. The cuty also added another marquee event to a year that had already seen the Romanian capital host two FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series stops.

The city’s established connection to the sport was once again on display as international stars and emerging contenders competed for the title, with Amsterdam RABOBANK ultimately providing the headline story through their successful defense.

Final Standings

1. Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED)
2. Fuengirola (ESP)
3. Miami (USA)
4. Kaunas VDU (LTU)
5. Antwerp (BEL)
6. DeQing (CHN)
7. Baskets Bonn (GER)
8. Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN)
9. Ub (SRB)
10. Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL)
11. Toulouse (FRA)
12. Cluj (ROU)
13. Lausanne (SUI)
14. Taipei WanBao (TPE)
15. Phoenix (USA)
16. Dubai (UAE)

What’s Next?

The FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2026 continues in Macau on October 17-18, as teams resume their pursuit of World Tour titles, valuable ranking points and qualification for the season-ending FIBA 3×3 World Tour Final in Rio de Janeiro.

For Amsterdam RABOBANK, Bucharest will be remembered as another successful title defense, an undefeated run and a second FIBA 3×3 World Tour banner of the season.

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BUCHAREST (Romania) – Worthy de Jong of Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) capped a sensational weekend by earning Most Valuable Player (MVP) honors at the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 after leading the Dutch side to a successful title defense on October 11.

De Jong was the driving force behind Amsterdam’s winning run, delivering when it mattered most as the defending champions won all seven of their games, starting in the Qualifying Draw and finishing with a thrilling 19-17 victory over Fuengirola (ESP) in the Final.

When the pressure peaked, de Jong came through once again. After pouring in 16 points in Amsterdam’s Semi-Final win over Miami (USA), he hit the game-winning two-pointer in the Final to seal the title and complete another memorable Bucharest campaign.

Throughout the tournament, de Jong was an unstoppable force, finishing with a tournament-best 58.4 Player Value and 46 points, also leading all players with 26 highlights. He added 20 rebounds, the third-highest total in the competition, and five dunks, ranking second overall.

His all-around excellence helped Amsterdam secure their second FIBA 3×3 World Tour stop win of the 2026 season, following their triumph in WT Vienna.

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BUCHAREST (Romania) – The FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 Main Draw delivered some intriguing results, with eight teams securing their places in the Quarter-Finals following an action-packed day at Kossuth Square.

Miami (USA), Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) and Fuengirola (ESP) each finished the day unbeaten, while top-seeded Ub (SRB) crashed out of contention after some dramatic finishes on the opening day of action at the ParkLake Shopping Center.

Pool A

Kaunas VDU (LTU) topped a Pool A, booking a place in the Quarter-Finals alongside Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN). All three Pool A teams finished with identical 1-1 records, but Kaunas and Hangzhou advanced thanks to superior ponts totals. Ub, meanwhile, was eliminated. Kaunas opened their account with a major 21-11 upset over Ub before the Serbians bounced back with a 21-16 win over Hangzhou. Vuk Borovicanin closed Pool A action with a game-winning two-pointer as Hangzhou stole a game from Kaunas, 21-20. It was a surprising result for Ub, the No. 1-ranked team in the FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2026 standings, which saw their Bucharest campaign come to an end.

Pool B

Pool B belonged to Miami, who secured first place after they notched two wins over home team Cluj (ROU) and DeQing (CHN). Joining them in the Quarter-Finals are DeQing, who punched their ticket thanks to their 21-13 win over Cluj to close Pool B action. Big man Riley Battin starred with a total of 13 points across two games for Miami, who are looking for their second FIBA 3×3 World Tour stop win of the year.

Pool C

Defending WT Bucharest winners Amsterdam RABOBANK emerged unscathed from the Qualifying Draw and Pool C after an impressive showing that included impressive wins over Baskets Bonn (GER) and Toulouse (FRA). The Germans also advanced to the knockout rounds following they defeated the French, 17-12. The pool featured strong performances from Amsterdam’s Worthy de Jong, who averaged 7.3 points across their four Day 1 wins, including the Qualifying Draw. Meanwhile, Toulouse narrowly missed out on the Quarter-Finals despite strong performances from Paul Djoko and Lucas Ugolin.

Pool D

Spanish fans had plenty to cheer about as ninth-seeded Fuengirola showed sharp form, finishing atop Pool D and securing a their spot in the Quarter-Finals. They will be joined in the knockout stage by Antwerp (BEL), who advanced after beating Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL), 21-19. Isaac Mayo once again delivered for Fuengirola, while Ulaanbaatar exited the competition after two uneven showings.

Shootout Contest

The Shootout Contest provided another chance for the players to shine, with the top four performers advancing to Sunday’s Final. The four finalists, led by Lucas Ugolin from Toulouse, will return on Day 2 with the WT Bucharest 2026 Shootout title on the line.

Quarter-Finals set

The stage is now set for an exciting knockout phase:

QF1: Kaunas VDU (LTU) vs. Baskets Bonn (GER)
QF2: Fuengirola (ESP) vs. DeQing (CHN)
QF3: Miami (USA) vs. Antwerp (BEL)
QF4: Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) vs. Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN)

With several teams carrying strong momentum into the knockout stage, the race for the WT Bucharest 2026 title is wide open.

The Quarter-Finals tip off on Sunday, with eight teams still in contention for a place in the Semi-Finals and the chance to be crowned FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 winners.

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Want to learn more about 3×3 basketball? Explore the official FIBA 3×3 Rules to understand the unique fast-paced format of the game, or discover the FIBA 3×3 Competition Structure to see how the discipline’s global pathway connects grassroots events, professional tours and world-class international competitions.

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BUCHAREST (Romania) – The FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2026 returns to Romania as Bucharest prepares to host the world’s best 3×3 basketball teams on October 10-11.

The second edition of the World Tour Bucharest stop features a 16-team field led by World No. 1 Ub (SRB), with Miami (USA), defending winners Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED), Baskets Bonn (GER) and a host of other top contenders ready to battle for another World Tour title.

With nine of the top 10 ranked players in the 2026 season expected to take the court, fans can look forward to two days of high-level 3×3 basketball as the race toward the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Rio de Janeiro Final 2026 continues.

Here’s everything you need to know before the action gets underway.

Where is the event?

The FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 will take place at ParkLake Shopping Center. With a strong connection to the discipline, the Romanian capital has established itself as a key destination on the international 3×3 basketball calendar, having hosted several major FIBA 3×3 events, including the FIBA 3×3 Europe Cup, the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Final and the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup.

Backed by a vibrant local 3×3 basketball scene and a proven track record of hosting international competitions, Bucharest is ready to welcome the world’s best teams for another showcase of fast-paced, high-level halfcourt action.

When is it?

The action takes place across Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11.

Saturday, October 10 – World Tour Qualifying Draw and Pool Games

Sunday, October 11 – World Tour Knockout Games and Finals

Saturday will see teams battle for places in the Main Draw and begin their pool campaigns, before the competition moves into the knockout stages and title decider on Sunday.

Who are the teams?

Sixteen teams feature in the Bucharest seedings, with established FIBA 3×3 World Tour contenders and ambitious challengers from across the globe competing for the title.

World No. 1 Ub (SRB) enter as the top seed, followed by Miami (USA) and defending champions Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED). Baskets Bonn (GER) round out the top four, with Antwerp (BEL), Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL), Toulouse (FRA) and DeQing (CHN) completing the top eight.

The rest of the field features Fuengirola (ESP), Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN), Taipei WanBao (TPE), Lausanne (SUI), Phoenix (USA), Kaunas VDU (LTU), Cluj (ROU) and Dubai (UAE).

With FIBA 3×3 World Tour winners, international champions and emerging contenders across the field, the competition promises plenty of intriguing matchups from the opening games.

Pools

Qualifying Draw A: Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED), Lausanne (SUI), Phoenix (USA)
Qualifying Draw B: Fuengirola (ESP), Taipei WanBao (TPE), Dubai (UAE)

Main Draw

Pool A: Ub (SRB), Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN), Kaunas VDU (LTU)
Pool B: Miami (USA), DeQing (CHN), Cluj (ROU)
Pool C: Baskets Bonn (GER), Toulouse (FRA), QD A
Pool D: Antwerp (BEL), Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL), QD B

(See the Full Team Seedings list for more information)

How does the competition work?

The Bucharest field features six teams entering the Qualifying Draw for two places in the Main Draw.

The Qualifying Draw is split into two groups of three teams, with the winner of each group advancing. Those two qualifiers join the 10 directly seeded teams to form a 12-team Main Draw, divided into four pools of three teams.

Teams will battle within their respective pools, with the top two finishers in each pool advancing to the Quarter-Finals.

From there, it’s win-or-go-home 3×3 basketball. Sunday’s Quarter-Finals lead into the Semi-Finals and ultimately the Final, where one team will be crowned FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 winner.

Who won last year?

Amsterdam RABOBANK claimed the inaugural FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest title in 2025, finishing ahead of Liman (SRB) and Riffa (BRN).

The Dutch side return in 2026 as the third seed, looking to defend their crown and add another World Tour victory to their season. They will, however, start their journey in the Qualifying Draw.

With the defending champions back in the field, the question is whether Amsterdam can repeat their success or another contender will emerge on top in Romania.

Which players should you watch?

Bucharest will feature nine of the top 10 ranked players in the 2026 season, bringing together some of the biggest names in international 3×3 basketball.

Bucharest will feature nine of the top 10 ranked players in the 2026 season, led by World No. 1 Strahinja Stojacic of Ub. The man many call ‘Doctor Strange’ arrives fresh off leading Ub to a second-place finish at WT Deqing and will be looking to guide the Serbian powerhouse to its third World Tour stop win of the season. Close behind him in the rankings are Worthy de Jong of Amsterdam RABOBANK, who led his team to the WT Vienna title earlier this year, and Fabian Giessmann of Baskets Bonn, whose three World Tour victories in Amsterdam, Lausanne and Debrecen have made him one of the standout performers of the season.

Miami’s Henry Caruso also arrives in strong form after helping his team win the WT Zadar stop and several Challengers this season. Dennis Donkor will be one to watch after earning MVP honors while leading Antwerp to the WT Deqing title, while Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy’s Nauris Miezis brings the pedigree of a FIBA 3×3 World Cup and Europe Cup 2026 champion. Toulouse’s Lucas Ugolin, meanwhile, made 13 two-pointers at WT Deqing to finish second in the category and help his team secure third place.

Reigning World Cup champion Francis Lacis completes this group of players to watch. The DeQing star will be looking to help his team bounce back from a difficult stretch and make a statement in Bucharest.

With so much individual talent on display, the tournament offers plenty of potential game-changers, from the world’s top-ranked player to proven champions eager to make another statement.

(See the Full Players to Watch feature for more)

Why does Bucharest matter?

Bucharest is more than another stop on the FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2026 calendar. Romania’s capital has a long-standing connection to the sport, having hosted several major FIBA 3×3 competitions across different age groups and formats.

The return of the FIBA 3×3 World Tour for a second edition reinforces the city’s place on the international 3×3 basketball map, bringing elite teams and players to local fans and giving the Romanian basketball community another opportunity to experience the sport at its highest level.

The tournament also comes at an important point in the 2026 season. With the FIBA 3×3 World Tour continuing through Macau, Dubai, Zaisan, Manama and Hong Kong before the season-ending Final in Rio de Janeiro, teams will be looking to build momentum and collect valuable results as the campaign progresses.

In Bucharest, the stakes are clear: a World Tour title, valuable ranking points and another chance to make a statement against the best in the game.

How can you follow?

Stay locked in with all the action, highlights and behind-the-scenes content by following @FIBA3x3 across social platforms.

Official hashtags: #3x3WTBucharest #3x3WT

Stay Connected

Follow all the latest action from the FIBA 3×3 World Tour throughout the 2026 season by visiting the official World Tour website, where you can find the latest news, team standings, player statistics and everything you need to follow the Race to the Final. Fans can also keep track of the Event Calendar and the latest FIBA 3×3 Individual and Federation Rankings as teams and players continue their push toward the season finale.

Want to learn more about 3×3 basketball? Explore the official FIBA 3×3 Rules to understand the unique fast-paced format of the game, or discover the FIBA 3×3 Competition Structure to see how the discipline’s global pathway connects grassroots events, professional tours and world-class international competitions.

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BUCHAREST (Romania) – The stage is set for another high-level stop on the FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2026, with the seedings and pools confirmed for FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 on October 10-11.

World No. 1 and top seed Ub (SRB) headline a loaded 16-team field, with Miami (USA), Baskets Bonn (GER) and WT Bucharest 2025 winners Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) rounding out the top four seeds. With established World Tour contenders and ambitious challengers spread across four pools, the road to the Bucharest title promises plenty of drama.

Ub will enter Bucharest as the team to beat, while Miami will look to make another deep run on the World Tour. Baskets Bonn will aim to add a fourth FIBA 3×3 World Tour stop win to their 2026 campaign, while Amsterdam RABOBANK want to defend the title they won last year.

Antwerp (BEL), Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL), Toulouse (FRA) and DeQing (CHN) complete the top eight, while Fuengirola (ESP), Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN), Taipei WanBao (TPE), Lausanne (SUI), Phoenix (USA), Kaunas VDU (LTU), Cluj (ROU) and Dubai (UAE) make up the rest of the field.

Ub lead Pool A

Pool A features top seed Ub alongside Hangzhou Jingwei and Kaunas VDU. The Serbian powerhouse will enter as the highest-seeded team in the group, but both Hangzhou and Kaunas will be looking to disrupt the established order and secure a place in the knockout rounds.

With only the top two teams from each pool advancing, every possession will prove crucial as the three teams battle for a spot in the Quarter-Finals.

Miami headline Pool B

Pool B sees second seed Miami matched with DeQing and home team Cluj. Miami arrive as one of the leading contenders in Bucharest and will face a pair of teams eager to make their mark on the World Tour stage.

DeQing have already established themselves as a regular presence among the world’s best 3×3 basketball pro teams, while Cluj will have the added incentive of representing the host nation on home soil.

Baskets Bonn face Toulouse in Pool C

Pool C could produce plenty of fireworks, with fourth-seeded Baskets Bonn joined by Toulouse and the winner of Qualifying Draw A.

Baskets Bonn and Toulouse are both proven World Tour competitors, ensuring that the team emerging from the Qualifying Draw will have a major challenge ahead.

Qualifying Draw A features third-seeded and defending WT Bucharest winners Amsterdam RABOBANK, Lausanne and Phoenix, with the winner earning a place in Pool C and a chance to take on two established World Tour contenders.

Antwerp banner Pool D

Meanwhile, fifth seed Antwerp banner Pool D alongside Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy and the winner of Qualifying Draw B.

Antwerp will be looking to navigate a group featuring one of the most experienced teams on the circuit in Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy, while the Qualifying Draw winner will have the opportunity to upset the established order.

Qualifying Draw B brings together Fuengirola (ESP), Taipei WanBao (TPE) and Dubai (UAE), with only the group winner advancing to the Main Draw.

With the pools now confirmed, the road to the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 title is taking shape. The 16-team field will battle for another valuable World Tour stop win, as well as crucial points in the race toward the season-ending FIBA 3×3 World Tour Final.

From top seed Ub to the teams fighting their way through qualifying, Bucharest is set for another weekend of high-level, fast-paced 3×3 basketball.

Full seeding list

1. Ub (SRB)
2. Miami (USA)
3. Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED)
4. Baskets Bonn (GER)
5. Antwerp (BEL)
6. Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL)
7. Toulouse (FRA)
8. DeQing (CHN)
9. Fuengirola (ESP)
10. Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN)
11. Taipei WanBao (TPE)
12. Lausanne (SUI)
13. Phoenix (USA)
14. Kaunas VDU (LTU)
15. Cluj (ROU)
16. Dubai (UAE)

Pools

Qualifying Draw A: Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED), Lausanne (SUI), Phoenix (USA)
Qualifying Draw B: Fuengirola (ESP), Taipei WanBao (TPE), Dubai (UAE)

Main Draw

Pool A: Ub (SRB), Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN), Kaunas VDU (LTU)
Pool B: Miami (USA), DeQing (CHN), Cluj (ROU)
Pool C: Baskets Bonn (GER), Toulouse (FRA), QD A
Pool D: Antwerp (BEL), Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL), QD B

Stay Connected

Follow all the latest action from the FIBA 3×3 World Tour throughout the 2026 season by visiting the official World Tour website, where you can find the latest news, team standings, player statistics and everything you need to follow the Race to the Final. Fans can also keep track of the Event Calendar and the latest FIBA 3×3 Individual and Federation Rankings as teams and players continue their push toward the season finale.

Want to learn more about 3×3 basketball? Explore the official FIBA 3×3 Rules to understand the unique fast-paced format of the game, or discover the FIBA 3×3 Competition Structure to see how the discipline’s global pathway connects grassroots events, professional tours and world-class international competitions.

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