MADRID (Spain) – Ub (SRB) continued their dominant 2026 campaign by winning the FIBA 3×3 Madrid Challenger stop on October 4, defeating Baskets Bonn (GER) 17-13 in the Final at Pabellon Amaya Valdemoro in Alcobendas. Led by tournament MVP Dejan Majstorovic, Ub secured their fifth Challenger stop win of the season, while Baskets Bonn and Barcelona (ESP) also booked their tickets to the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Manama 2026.

The Winner

Ub once again showed why they remain one of the most formidable teams on the FIBA 3×3 Pro Circuit, navigating a challenging field to lift another banner.

The Serbian powerhouse opened their campaign with a 21-16 win over Diadema (BRA), with Filip Kaluđerović’s nine points leading the way. They followed that up with another 21-16 victory against Liberec DEKSTONE (CZE) to sweep their pool and advance directly to the Quarter-Finals.

Ub maintained their momentum in the knockout stage, overcoming Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL) 21-16 before producing a dominant 21-9 Semi-Final victory over Skyliners (GER). They exploded out of the gates with a 10-3 run and never looked back, sinking five two-pointers to reach the Final with more than three minutes remaining.

Against Baskets Bonn, Ub delivered another composed performance, with every player contributing at least four points in a balanced attack that proved decisive. The victory marked their fifth Challenger stop win of the season and added another milestone to what has been an outstanding campaign.

The Runner-up

Baskets Bonn once again demonstrated their championship credentials, reaching the Final after an impressive run through the knockout stage.

The German side defeated Liberec DEKSTONE 22-15 in the Quarter-Finals, with Denzel Agyeman leading the charge with nine points. They then overcame Barcelona 21-18 in a hard-fought Semi-Final, powered by Fabian Giessmann’s 10 points and seven rebounds.

Barcelona threatened to force a late turnaround, with Jaume Zanca’s two-pointer cutting the deficit to 19-18. However, Agyeman and Sidi Beikame scored the last two points to send Baskets Bonn into the titular game against Ub.

Despite falling short against the Serbians, Baskets Bonn secured their place at FIBA 3×3 World Tour Manama 2026, adding another important result to a season that has already featured three World Tour victories and three Challenger stop wins.

The Final

The tournamet’s Final was a physical, defensive-minded battle, with neither side finding it easy to generate clean scoring opportunities.

Ub gradually gained control through their collective offensive effort, with all four players contributing at least four points. Majstorovic chipped in five points, while the Serbian side’s balanced scoring proved enough to keep Baskets Bonn at bay.

The 17-13 victory capped a composed performance from Ub, who delivered when it mattered most to secure the Madrid banner.

The Reward

Majstorovic was named MVP after an outstanding tournament. He finished with 35.6 total player value, 31 total points (2nd overall), 8 assists (2nd overall) and led the entire field with 10 two-pointers. His impressive scoring helped steer Ub to another Challenger triumph and underlined his value to one of the world’s elite pro 3×3 basketball units.

Ub and Baskets Bonn secured World Tour Manama qualification, while Barcelona claimed the third available ticket under the event’s qualification allocation rules, with only one German team eligible to qualify outright from Madrid.

Final Standings

1. Ub (SRB) – qualified for WT Manama
2. Baskets Bonn (GER) – qualified for WT Manama
3. Skyliners (GER)
4. Barcelona (ESP) – qualified for WT Manama
5. Liman (SRB)

Top Scorers

1. Fabian Giessmann (Baskets Bonn) – 39 pts
2. Dejan Majstorovic (Ub) – 31 pts
3. Filip Kaluđerović (Ub) – 30 pts
4. Jaume Zanca (Barcelona) – 29 pts
5. Denzel Agyeman (Baskets Bonn) – 27 pts

What’s Next

The FIBA 3×3 Pro Circuit 2026 continues on October 10-11 with the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Bucharest 2026 and the Go Too! Group Aichi Challenger.

With another title secured and FIBA 3×3 World Tour Manama beckoning, Ub will look to carry their winning momentum into the next stage of the season, while Baskets Bonn and Barcelona will also prepare for their next big test on the Pro Circuit.

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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MADRID (Spain) – The race for FIBA 3×3 World Tour spots continues in Spain as the first-ever FIBA 3×3 Madrid Challenger 2026 brings a loaded field to the Pabellon Amaya Valdemoro in Alcobendas, Madrid, on October 3-4, with three coveted FIBA 3×3 World Tour Manama tickets on the line. As the 26th Challenger of the season, Madrid marks another crucial opportunity for some of the Pro Circuit’s leading teams to turn Challenger success into a place on the World Tour.

Big Names Converge

The Madrid field features a collection of established 3×3 basketball powerhouses, led by top-seeded Ub (SRB) and second-ranked Liman (SRB). Liman arrive with serious momentum after claiming their third Challenger win of the season at Mataró, adding another banner to a campaign that has also already included two FIBA 3×3 World Tour victories.

Baskets Bonn (GER), currently fourth overall in the FIBA 3×3 World Tour standings, have also enjoyed a standout campaign with three FIBA 3×3 World Tour stop wins and three Challenger victories to their name. They will face strong competition from Skyliners (GER), Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL) and DeQing (CHN), all of whom have already captured Challenger banners this season.

The Spanish contingent adds another layer to the tournament, with 15th-ranked Fuengirola (ESP) and 19th-ranked Barcelona (ESP) looking to make the most of home-court conditions. Barcelona have already won a Challenger this season, while Bordeaux (FRA) complete the list of big name contenders.

Star Power Galore

Madrid will also feature a host of established 3×3 basketball stars. Ub’s Strahinja Stojacic headlines the players list, with the Serbian star set to lead one of the tournament’s most favored teams. Liman will counter with Stefan Milivojevic, while Baskets Bonn can call on the athletic Fabian Giessmann.

Stefan Kojic brings experience and perimeter scoring ability to Skyliners, while Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy will have veteran playmaker and FIBA 3×3 World Cup champion Nauris Miezis in their ranks. DeQing will look to another World Cup winner, Francis Lacis, with Fuengirola relying on Isaac Mayo and Barcelona on Jordi Juanola. Bordeaux will also have a proven performer in Alex Vialaret, giving the French side another weapon in a field where individual matchups could prove decisive.

Full Seeding List

1. Ub (SRB)
2. Liman (SRB)
3. Baskets Bonn (GER)
4. Skyliners (GER)
5. Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL)
6. DeQing (CHN)
7. Fuengirola (ESP)
8. Taipei WanBao (TPE)
9. Barcelona (ESP)
10. Bordeaux (FRA)
11. Liberec DEKSTONE (CZE)
12. Warsaw (POL)
13. Alexandria (EGY)
14. Diadema (BRA)
15. San Salvador (ESA)
16. Dubai (UAE)

Qualifying Draw

Qualifying Draw A: Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL), Warsaw (POL), Alexandria (EGY)
Qualifying Draw B: Barcelona (ESP), Bordeaux (FRA), San Salvador (ESA)

Main Draw

Pool A: Ub (SRB), Liberec DEKSTONE (CZE), Diadema (BRA)
Pool B: Liman (SRB), Taipei WanBao (TPE), Dubai (UAE)
Pool C: Baskets Bonn (GER), Fuengirola (ESP), QD A
Pool D: Skyliners (GER), DeQing (CHN), QD B

Road to Manama

With three tickets to FIBA 3×3 World Tour Manama 2026 available, every game in Madrid will carry significant weight. Madrid’s debut as a Challenger host city gives teams another chance to make a late-season push, while established contenders will be looking to add another banner and strengthen their position on the road to the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Rio de Janiero Final 2026.

With elite teams, proven stars and World Tour berths at stake, Madrid is set for two days of high-level 3×3 basketball in the exciting and intense Challenger season.

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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Equipe brasileira aproveita passagem pela Espanha para treinar com times de Barcelona, Dubai, Alemanha e com a lenda Dusan Bulut antes de novo desafio internacional

Por
DAYNA BAROSSI


01/10/2026 14h13
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Atualizado há 20 horas

A equipe brasileira treinou com representantes de Barcelona, Dubai, Mataró e Baskets Bonn, da Alemanha, ampliando a experiência internacional e tendo contato direto com diferentes estilos de jogo. A programação também contou com Dusan Bulut, que é uma das maiores lendas da história do 3×3 e um nome de enorme reconhecimento no cenário mundial.

A experiência em Barcelona serviu como preparação estratégica para Madrid. O contato com equipes de diferentes escolas do 3×3 permitiu aos atletas brasileiros testar conceitos, conhecer novas dinâmicas de jogo e chegar ao Challenger ainda mais preparados para enfrentar a forte concorrência internacional.

Agora, todo esse aprendizado será colocado à prova em quadra. O Challenger de Madrid representa mais uma oportunidade para o Diadema medir forças com equipes de alto nível e seguir ampliando sua presença no circuito internacional.

Depois de passar por Mataró e viver uma semana de intercâmbio em Barcelona, a equipe brasileira chega a Madrid com uma missão clara: transformar a experiência adquirida na Espanha em desempenho dentro de quadra e seguir elevando o nome do 3×3 brasileiro no cenário mundial.