HONGCHEON (Republic of Korea) – Vienna (AUT) captured their first FIBA 3×3 Pro Circuit win of the season in dramatic fashion, edging Cotai WOLFUNITED (MAC) 21-20 in the FIBA 3×3 Hongcheon Challenger 2026 Final on September 19. With the victory, Vienna secured tickets to the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Macau 2026, joined on the road to Macau by Cotai WOLFUNITED and Taipei WanBao (TPE).

Vienna Prevail

Vienna navigated a demanding field to reach the Final, overcoming Liberec DEKSTONE (CZE) and Taipei WanBao in pool play before defeating top-ranked Ub (SRB) 21-13 in the Quarter-Finals. They then faced Cibona Ph.Classic (CRO) in the Semi-Finals, where Vienna pulled away late to win 20-14 and book their place in the Final.

Quincy Diggs was instrumental throughout the tournament, combining scoring, rebounding and playmaking to help Vienna complete their run. His performance earned him the MVP award, with Diggs finishing the event with 49.5 total player value, two double-fives, six two-pointers, 10 drives and nine offensive rebounds.

Cotai Falls Short

Cotai WOLFUNITED played through the Qualifying Draw before advancing from a pool that included DeQing (CHN) and Cibona Ph.Classic. After eliminating Lausanne (SUI) 22-21 in an overtime Quarter-Final thriller, Cotai defeated Taipei WanBao 20-17 in the Semi-Finals to reach the Final. They pushed Vienna all the way but fell short.

Final Thriller

In the Final, Vienna established early control. They raced to an 8-4 lead before Cotai responded to level the game at 11-all midway through the contest. Neither side could create separation from there, with the score tied 15-15 with less than four minutes remaining. Toni Blazan’s two-pointer gave Vienna a 20-17 cushion, but Cotai refused to go away. Stanislav Sharov responded with three straight points to bring the game level at 20-20.

With the title and Macau ticket on the line, veteran Nico Kaltenbrunner drove to the basket and converted the game-winning point to seal Vienna’s 21-20 victory. Kaltenbrunner finished with nine points in the Final, while Sharov’s tournament-leading 35 points helped Cotai secure second place and their tickets to WT Macau.

The Reward

The Hongcheon Challenger delivered three tickets to the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Macau 2026. Vienna, Cotai WOLFUNITED and Taipei WanBao all earned qualification after finishing in the top three, adding another important chapter to their Pro Circuit 2026 campaigns. Taipei had been unbeaten through pool play and continued their impressive run by defeating Utsunomiya BREX.EXE (JPN) 21-15 in the Quarter-Finals before falling to Cotai in the Semi-Finals.

Final Standings

1. Vienna (AUT) – qualified to WT Macau
2. Cotai WOLFUNITED (MAC) – qualified to WT Macau
3. Taipei WanBao (TPE) – qualified to WT Macau
4. Cibona Ph.Classic (CRO)
5. Lausanne (SUI)

Top Scorers

1. Stanislav Sharov (Cotai WOLFUNITED) – 35 pts
2. Nico Kaltenbrunner (Vienna) – 34 pts
3. Alexander Zuev (Cotai WOLFUNITED) – 33 pts
4. Roko Spaseski (Cibona Ph.Classic) – 31 pts
5. Petar Ivanovic (Taipei WanBao) – 30 pts

What’s Next

Attention now shifts back to the FIBA 3×3 World Tour, with World Tour Deqing 2026 set for September 26-27. The Challenger circuit also returns on the same weekend, with the Mataró Challenger taking place in Spain.

For Vienna, Cotai WOLFUNITED and Taipei WanBao, the next stop is Macau, where their Hongcheon success will be put to the test against many of the world’s leading 3×3 basketbal pro teams.

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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MANAMA. Strahinja Stojacic has been named MVP of the FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2025 regular season. The number 1 player in the world earned the award after a season where he led Ub to titles in Marseille, Edmonton and Shenzhen, and added wins in Vienna and Hong Kong.

The MVP was decided by fans and players. Stojacic averaged 6.3 points per game, the fifth best mark on the World Tour for players with at least 20 games, and finished as the second top scorer of the season with 307 points.

He topped the player vote with 16%, tied with Skyliners’ Leon Fertig. Henry Caruso finished third with 14%. Stojacic also led the fan vote with 26%, ahead of Paris standout and World Tour Amsterdam winner Paul Djoko on 17%, and Raudondvaris Hoptrans forward Evaldas Dziaugys on 16%.

This is the third time Stojacic wins the World Tour Season MVP after previous honors in 2022 and 2023. The list of past winners includes Dusan Bulut in 2018, Dominique Jones in 2019, Nauris Miezis in 2020, Karlis Lasmanis in 2021, Worthy de Jong in 2024 and Stojacic in 2022, 2023 and 2025.

ANTWERP (Belgium) — The Netherlands are not here simply to defend their FIBA 3×3 Europe Cup crown. They are here to finish the season on top. The reigning champions took another step toward that goal on Day 2 in Antwerp for the FIBA 3×3 Europe Cup Crelan 2026, overcoming Azerbaijan and Ukraine to advance from Pool A, with Noortje Driessen once again at the heart of their campaign. For the reigning Europe Cup MVP, the formula has been straightforward: bring the physicality, find the rhythm and make every possession count.

The opening test against Azerbaijan was never expected to be simple. The two teams know each other well, with the Netherlands having beaten Azerbaijan in last year’s Europe Cup Final, and Driessen knew the danger the reigning runners-up posed.

“They have a lot of talented players who can make an impact individually,” Driessen said. “We knew we had to be ready from the very start.”

That focus was evident from the opening possession. The Netherlands made physicality a priority and, once their shooting found its range, began to pull away.

“At some point, we started finding our rhythm from beyond the arc and knocking down our two-pointers, which helped us create separation,” Driessen explained.

It was the kind of performance the Dutch will need as the pressure rises. Driessen herself hogged the spotlight with an historic performance against Azerbaijan, putting up 13 points. That tied the single-game record for most points scored by a women’s player in FIBA 3×3 Europe Cup history.

Every game in Pool A carried knockout round consequences, and Ukraine provided another physical challenge in the Netherlands’ final pool game. Driessen knows there are no easy routes at this stage of the competition.

“The stakes are high and there’s a lot of pressure,” she said. “We know we’ll have to earn every result, but we’re confident in our ability to get out of the group and advance to the next stage.”

That confidence is hardly surprising. The Netherlands arrived in Antwerp as defending European champions and one of the most established teams in women’s 3×3 basketball. Driessen, Janis Boonstra, Ilse Kuijt and Evelien Lutje Schipholt have already shared some of the biggest stages in the discipline, and their chemistry remains one of their biggest assets.

However, there is also a sense of occasion. After a long season together, the FIBA 3×3 Europe Cup represents the final chance to add another banner to the collection, especially after the disappointment of the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Project Redwings Shanghai Final 2026 just a week ago.

“We want to enjoy the final tournament of the season because we’ve had a really good year together,” Driessen said.

Enjoyment, however, does not mean lowering the standards.

“Our goal is to fight for a medal, and we’ll do everything we can to achieve that. We want to finish the season on a high note,” she declared.

The Netherlands have now done their part in the pool phase. The real pressure begins on Sunday.

And if Driessen has her way, the defending champions will still be standing when the medals are decided.

Stay Connected

Follow all the latest action from the FIBA 3×3 Cups tournaments throughout the 2026 season by visiting the official FIBA 3×3 website, where you can find the latest news, star players and everything you need to know. 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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ULAANBAATAR (Mongolia) – Miami (USA) are heading back to the FIBA 3×3 World Tour after claiming the FIBA 3×3 Sansar Challenger 2026 title, defeating Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) 18-14 in the Final to secure their second Challenger crown of the season. Amsterdam and Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL) also punched their tickets to FIBA 3×3 World Tour Deqing 2026 after finishing second and third respectively in a high-quality weekend of 3×3 basketball in Mongolia.

The Winner

Miami backed up their status as one of the season’s leading Challenger teams with another composed run to the title.

The Americans swept their Pool B games on Day 1, defeating Zavkhan (MGL) 21-12 before taking down Marijampole MANTINGA (LTU) 21-13. Riley Battin led the way in the opening game with eight points, while James Parrott added seven in the second.

Miami then moved past Hangzhou Jingwei (CHN) 19-14 in the Quarter-Finals, with Battin again leading the charge. In the Semi-Finals, Henry Caruso scored nine as Miami ended Lausanne’s (SUI) impressive run with a 21-14 win.

The Runner-up

Amsterdam RABOBANK delivered another strong Challenger performance to finish second and earn their ticket to Deqing.

The Dutch side opened with a 22-13 victory over Bayangol (MGL) before falling to Lausanne 16-14 in overtime. They then produced one of the tournament’s biggest results by defeating No. 2 seed Liman (SRB) 22-13 in the Quarter-Finals.

Amsterdam edged Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy 21-19 in a thrilling Semi-Final, with Bryan Alberts hitting the decisive two-pointer after Delgernyam Davaasambuu had tied the game at 19-all inside the final 15 seconds.

The Final

Miami took control early against Amsterdam in the Final, racing to a 6-2 lead before extending their advantage to 14-8 midway through the contest.

Amsterdam struggled to establish the rhythm that had carried them through the knockout rounds, and Miami remained firmly in control at 17-12 with one minute remaining. The Americans closed out the 18-14 victory to claim the Sansar win, with Battin finishing as their leading scorer in the Final with eight points.

The victory gives Miami their second Challenger title of the 2026 season and another major boost heading into the World Tour.

The Reward

The biggest prize was not only the Sansar banner but three coveted tickets to FIBA 3×3 World Tour Deqing 2026. Miami earned the top spot. They will be joined in China by Amsterdam RABOBANK and Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy. The Mongolian side advanced to the Semi-Finals before falling narrowly to Amsterdam, then secured third place and the final Deqing ticket.

For Miami, it is another reward for a consistently strong 2026 campaign. For Amsterdam and Ulaanbaatar, the Sansar result delivers a place on the World Tour stage.

MVP

Miami’s James Parrott was named MVP after another influential all-around performance. Parrott finished with 42.8 total player value, while leading the tournament in highlights, key assists and dunks. He also ranked second in blocks and third in drives, underlining his impact across every facet of the game.

Final Standings:

1. Miami (USA) – qualified to WT Deqing
2. Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) – qualified to WT Deqing
3. Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL) – qualified to WT Deqing
4. Lausanne (SUI)
5. Liman (SRB)

Top Scorers:

1. Bryan Alberts (Amsterdam RABOBANK) – 38 pts
2. Riley Battin (Miami) – 35 pts
3. Titouan Vannay (Lausanne) – 31 pts
4. Henry Caruso (Miami) – 29 pts
5. Anand Ariunbold (Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy) – 25 pts

What’s Next

Attention now shifts away from the Challenger circuit, with the FIBA 3×3 Europe Cup 2026 taking place in Antwerp, Belgium this week before the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup 2026 tips off in Wuhan, China next week.

The Challenger circuit returns on September 18-19 with the Hongcheon Challenger, followed by the Phoenix Challenger on September 19-20. The FIBA 3×3 World Tour then heads to Deqing, China on September 26-27, where Miami, Amsterdam RABOBANK and Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy will take their places among the world’s best.

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.

FIBA

3×3 basketball is not a simple variation of the traditional game; it is faster, more intense, and more spectacular. This format has gained worldwide recognition, made its Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020, and continues to grow its global audience. At national team level, the premier competition remains the FIBA 3×3 World Cup.

From June 1 to June 7, 2026, the tournament will be held in Warsaw, Poland. It will be the first time the country hosts the FIBA 3×3 World Cup, with Warsaw selected by FIBA as the host city.

The event will go beyond a traditional sports competition, becoming a city-wide festival that brings elite basketball, street culture, and a lively atmosphere together in the heart of Warsaw.

All games will be played on an outdoor court, keeping the action close to fans and turning each match into an open-air experience surrounded by the energy of the city.

Format & participants  

The FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026 will feature 40 teams: 20 men’s and 20 women’s national squads. From June 1 to June 4, the group stage will determine the playoff matchups. The knockout stage follows from June 5 to June 7, when the competition reaches its highest intensity. Every loss means elimination, while every win brings teams closer to the final. The tournament concludes on June 7 with the gold medal games in both categories.

The current world champions are Spain in the men’s tournament and the Netherlands in the women’s. Both will defend their titles, but competition in 3×3 basketball remains highly unpredictable.

The format leaves little space between favorites and underdogs; even established names from traditional basketball are not guaranteed success in the 3×3 game.

1xBet as the official tournament partner

1xBet is among the partners of the FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026, continuing its long-standing involvement in major international sports sponsorships.

The brand’s presence at tournaments like this reflects a clear strategy of staying close to top-level competition. For its audience, it means full coverage of the event: previews, live broadcasts, updated betting lines across key matchups.

Partners of the brand should also take note of the upcoming tournament. 1xPartners offers opportunities to monetize traffic around one of the most high-profile sporting events of early summer. The FIBA 3×3 World Cup attracts a global audience, creating strong potential for affiliates within the partner program.

Why watch this tournament?

3×3 basketball is very different from the traditional game: games last 10 minutes (or until a team reaches 21 points), and the shot clock is just 12 seconds. There’s little time for slow build-ups or tactical pauses, and leads can disappear quickly, which makes upsets common.

The discipline also allows much more physical contact than standard basketball, requiring players to be versatile and constantly involved on both ends of the court. Together with the close proximity of fans to the court, the viewing experience becomes genuinely unforgettable.

Today, 3×3 is a fully established Olympic sport with its own rankings and professional players. The FIBA 3×3 World Cup sits at the top of the system, and in early June, Warsaw will host the world’s best teams to decide who leads the game right now.

Stay with 1xBet to feel part of the global basketball celebration!

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The UAAP will make adjustments to its basketball schedule to accommodate the Asian Games in Japan and Gilas Pilipinas commitments, as several of its student-athletes are set to compete in international tournaments this month.

When the UAAP opens its 89th season in September, only five game days will be played during the month.

“The support of the UAAP is important to our national team programs, especially with so many of our student-athletes being called up to represent the country,” said Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas Executive Director Erika Dy.

“We appreciate the UAAP for working closely with us and for making the necessary adjustments to accommodate our national team commitments. This kind of partnership allows our athletes to compete for both their schools and the Philippines with the support they need.”

Far Eastern University’s Cabs Cabonilas and Jedric Daa, along with Adamson University’s Earl Medina, will compete in the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup from September 15 to 19.

De La Salle University’s Luis Pablo and Doy Dungo, together with University of Santo Tomas’ Koji Buenaflor, will represent the Philippines in 3×3 basketball at the Asian Games, scheduled for September 21 to 25.

The collegiate women’s basketball tournament, meanwhile, will begin later as several UAAP student-athletes are expected to represent the country in the Asian Games’ 5-on-5 and 3×3 competitions, as well as the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup.

“We have always believed that the UAAP’s mission goes beyond the competition. We are here to develop student-athletes who can represent our schools, but we are equally proud when they get the opportunity to represent the country,” said UAAP Season 89 President Mark Molina of Far Eastern University.

“The UAAP will always support all our national teams, and we are willing to adjust our schedules whenever necessary to give our student-athletes the opportunity to serve the Philippines.”

La Salle’s title defense vs. NU, UP-UST clash banner UAAP triple-header opener

The UAAP will officially open on September 12, with games beginning on September 13.

La Salle will begin its title defense against the same team it defeated twice in last season’s semifinals, with the Green Archers facing National University in the triple-header that opens the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament on September 13 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

The opening day will begin with a clash between season host FEU and Adamson University.

After the La Salle-NU matchup, the University of the Philippines and the University of Santo Tomas, who also met in last season’s Final Four, will open their respective campaigns.

Meanwhile, Ateneo de Manila University will officially begin its Season 89 campaign on September 16 against the University of the East.

—Bea Micaller/JKC, GMA News

MANILA, Philippines — In an effort to support its players set to suit up for Gilas Pilipinas at the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya and the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup in Wuhan, the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) tweaked its Season 89 basketball schedule.

The league will only have five game days from September 13 to 30 so its Gilas players can focus on competing at the Asian Games 3×3 basketball and the 3×3 U23 World Cup.

Without adjustment, the league will have eight game days instead of just five.

“We have always believed that the UAAP’s mission goes beyond the competition. We are here to develop student-athletes who can represent our schools, but we are equally proud when they get the opportunity to represent the country,” said UAAP Season 89 President Mark Molina of Far Eastern University.

“The UAAP will always support all our national teams, and we are willing to adjust our schedules whenever necessary to give our student-athletes the opportunity to serve the Philippines.”

The schedules of FEU, Adamson, UST, and defending champ La Salle had been specifically adjusted as FEU’s Cabs Cabonilas and Jedric Daa, along with Adamson’s Earl Medina, are set to compete in the FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup, which runs from September 15 to 19.

Meanwhile, La Salle’s Luis Pablo and Doy Dungo, along with UST’s Koji Buenaflor, will suit up for Gilas Pilipinas in the Asian Games 3×3 basketball, which will be held from September 21 to 25.

FEU and Adamson won’t have games in the 3×3 U23 World Cup week while La Salle and UST won’t also play in the Asian Games 3×3 basketball week.

Pitted against each other in Season 89 opening day on the 13th, FEU and Adamson will only play again on September 26 when they face Ateneo and UE, respectively.

La Salle, which plays NU on the 13th and UST on the 16th, will next compete on the 30th against FEU.

UST, which faces UP on the 13th and La Salle on the 16th, will resume its campaign on the 30th against Adamson.

Meanwhile, the collegiate women’s basketball tournament will also have a late start as the Gilas Pilipinas teams for the Asian Games — both 5-on-5 and 3×3 — and the Under-23 World Cup are expected to be composed largely of UAAP student-athletes.

3×3 basketball is more than just a variation of the traditional game. It is a separate discipline – faster, more intense, and more spectacular. One basket, ten minutes of playing time, and maximum intensity without room for pauses. This format has gained worldwide recognition, made its Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020, and continues to rapidly grow its global audience. At the national team level, there is one premier event above all others – the FIBA 3×3 World Cup.

From June 1 to June 7, 2026, the tournament will take place in Warsaw, Poland. It will be the country’s debut as host of the FIBA 3×3 World Cup, and FIBA’s choice of the Polish capital was no coincidence. Organizers promise not just a sports competition, but a large-scale urban festival combining elite basketball, street culture, and a vibrant atmosphere right in the heart of Warsaw. The tournament will be held on an outdoor court, turning every match into a live show – without arena walls, close to the fans, and surrounded by the energy of the city itself.

Format and participants

The FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026 will feature 40 teams – 20 men’s and 20 women’s national squads. From June 1 to June 4, they will compete in the group stage, where the playoff matchups will be determined. Then, from June 5 to June 7, the knockout stage begins – the moment when the tournament reaches its highest intensity. Every defeat means elimination, while every victory brings a team one step closer to the final. The culmination will come on June 7, when the gold medals in both categories are decided.

The reigning world champions are Spain in the men’s tournament and the Netherlands in the women’s. Both national teams will defend their titles, but the level of competition in 3×3 basketball is so high that predicting outcomes is nearly impossible.

In this format, the gap between favorites and underdogs is minimal, and upsets happen regularly. Even established stars of traditional basketball cannot guarantee success in the 3×3 game.

1xBet is the official partner of the tournament

Among the FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026 partners is 1xBet, a bookmaker that has long established itself as a reliable sponsor of major international sporting events. Supporting tournaments such as the FIBA 3×3 World Cup reflects the brand’s strategy: to be present wherever top-level sport takes place. For the 1xBet audience, this means complete immersion in the experience – from previews and live broadcasts to up-to-date betting lines on all the key matchups.

The brand’s partners should also pay attention to the upcoming tournament. 1xPartners offers extensive opportunities to monetize traffic around one of the most high-profile sporting events of the first summer month. The FIBA 3×3 World Cup attracts a global audience, creating significant potential for affiliates in the partner program.

Why this tournament is worth watching

3×3 basketball differs significantly from the traditional version of the game. First and foremost, it is defined by its incredible pace and intensity. A match lasts only 10 minutes (or until one team reaches 21 points), and each possession is limited to just 12 seconds. There are no long pauses, slow ball movement, or cautious tactical battles – only pure, concentrated action. Because of this format, even a 5-6 point deficit can disappear within a minute, and underdogs are capable of producing surprises in almost every game.

The discipline also allows much more physical contact than standard basketball. Players must combine elite athleticism with true versatility. Together with the close proximity of fans to the court, the viewing experience becomes genuinely unforgettable.

3×3 basketball is no longer an exotic alternative to the classic game. It is a fully recognized Olympic discipline with established rules, a global ranking system, and professional athletes for whom 3×3 is a full-time career rather than an experiment. The FIBA 3×3 World Cup stands at the very top of this structure. At the beginning of June, Warsaw will become the place where the world’s best national teams gather to find out who is strongest now.

Stay with 1xBet and feel part of the global basketball celebration!

3×3 basketball is more than just a variation of the traditional game. It is a separate discipline – faster, more intense, and more spectacular. One basket, ten minutes of playing time, and maximum intensity without room for pauses. This format has gained worldwide recognition, made its Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020, and continues to rapidly grow its global audience. At the national team level, there is one premier event above all others – the FIBA 3×3 World Cup.

From June 1 to June 7, 2026, the tournament will take place in Warsaw, Poland. It will be the country’s debut as host of the FIBA 3×3 World Cup, and FIBA’s choice of the Polish capital was no coincidence. Organizers promise not just a sports competition, but a large-scale urban festival combining elite basketball, street culture, and a vibrant atmosphere right in the heart of Warsaw. The tournament will be held on an outdoor court, turning every match into a live show – without arena walls, close to the fans, and surrounded by the energy of the city itself.

Format and participants

The FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026 will feature 40 teams – 20 men’s and 20 women’s national squads. From June 1 to June 4, they will compete in the group stage, where the playoff matchups will be determined. Then, from June 5 to June 7, the knockout stage begins – the moment when the tournament reaches its highest intensity. Every defeat means elimination, while every victory brings a team one step closer to the final. The culmination will come on June 7, when the gold medals in both categories are decided.

The reigning world champions are Spain in the men’s tournament and the Netherlands in the women’s. Both national teams will defend their titles, but the level of competition in 3×3 basketball is so high that predicting outcomes is nearly impossible.

In this format, the gap between favorites and underdogs is minimal, and upsets happen regularly. Even established stars of traditional basketball cannot guarantee success in the 3×3 game.

1xBet is the official partner of the tournament

Among the FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026 partners is 1xBet, a bookmaker that has long established itself as a reliable sponsor of major international sporting events. Supporting tournaments such as the FIBA 3×3 World Cup reflects the brand’s strategy: to be present wherever top-level sport takes place. For the 1xBet audience, this means complete immersion in the experience – from previews and live broadcasts to up-to-date betting lines on all the key matchups.

The brand’s partners should also pay attention to the upcoming tournament. 1xPartners offers extensive opportunities to monetize traffic around one of the most high-profile sporting events of the first summer month. The FIBA 3×3 World Cup attracts a global audience, creating significant potential for affiliates in the partner program.

Why this tournament is worth watching

3×3 basketball differs significantly from the traditional version of the game. First and foremost, it is defined by its incredible pace and intensity. A match lasts only 10 minutes (or until one team reaches 21 points), and each possession is limited to just 12 seconds. There are no long pauses, slow ball movement, or cautious tactical battles – only pure, concentrated action. Because of this format, even a 5-6 point deficit can disappear within a minute, and underdogs are capable of producing surprises in almost every game.

The discipline also allows much more physical contact than standard basketball. Players must combine elite athleticism with true versatility. Together with the close proximity of fans to the court, the viewing experience becomes genuinely unforgettable.

3×3 basketball is no longer an exotic alternative to the classic game. It is a fully recognized Olympic discipline with established rules, a global ranking system, and professional athletes for whom 3×3 is a full-time career rather than an experiment. The FIBA 3×3 World Cup stands at the very top of this structure. At the beginning of June, Warsaw will become the place where the world’s best national teams gather to find out who is strongest now.

Stay with 1xBet and feel part of the global basketball celebration!