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1xBet analyzes the FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026
The FIBA 3×3 Basketball World Cup delivered an exciting tournament for fans and showed that this format has developed far beyond its street basketball origins.
3×3 basketball: a fast-growing sports trend
Modern sports are changing quickly, with fans looking for more speed, action, and entertainment. This is one of the reasons why 3×3 basketball has become such a popular format. The strong interest around the championship and the large number of viewers following the games have confirmed its place as one of the most exciting sports on the Olympic program.
The format itself plays a major role in its success. A game lasts 10 minutes or ends when one team reaches 21 points, meaning players must stay focused and perform at their highest level from the start. Teams also have only 12 seconds to complete an attack, which leads to quick decisions and constant action. In such a fast game, a few important shots can decide the final result.
Warsaw created the perfect atmosphere for the tournament. The full stands, music, and energy around the court helped create a memorable experience for both players and fans.
Men’s tournament: Latvia wins its first world title
The men’s competition brought a lot of surprises. The final featured two teams that were outside the top five of the latest FIBA rankings. Germany entered the tournament ranked 6th, while Latvia was ranked 9th. Despite this, Latvia went on to win the title after finishing second in their group behind the USA and fighting through the play-in round to reach the quarter-finals.
Their run became one of the biggest stories of the tournament. Latvia showed strong teamwork, confidence under pressure, and the ability to perform in important moments. These qualities helped them win a close semi-final against Serbia 20-19.
Germany also reached the final after a narrow 19-18 win over France. France looked like the stronger side before the match after eliminating the USA in the quarter-finals. However, Germany could not maintain its advantage in the final. Latvia came back from behind and secured a 20-15 victory to claim the championship.
The bronze medal game was also decided by a single point. Serbia defeated France 20–19 in another close battle to finish third.
Women’s tournament: USA returns to the top
The 2025 women’s tournament delivered unexpected results, with the Netherlands reaching the final against Mongolia and the USA missing out on the semi-finals. This year, however, the most successful team in the history of the competition returned to winning ways. The title became the USA’s fourth World Cup victory.
In the final, the American team defeated Australia 21-20. Australia focused on strong defense throughout the game and made it difficult for the USA to find open shots. However, the Americans stayed composed and delivered when it mattered most, using their experience and shooting ability to secure the win.
The USA also faced a tough challenge in the semi-final against Azerbaijan, where they needed overtime to reach the final. The Netherlands took the bronze medal after a confident 21-14 win over Azerbaijan.
The connection between global sport and 1xBet
The success of the 2026 FIBA 3×3 World Cup was supported by strong partnerships, including the involvement of international brand 1xBet as one of the tournament’s main partners. The cooperation between 1xBet and FIBA reflects the company’s focus on supporting sports formats that attract modern audiences through speed, emotion, and strong fan engagement.
Partnerships like this help bring major sporting events closer to fans around the world and support the continued growth of new sports formats.
The development of fast and popular competitions creates new opportunities for athletes, fans, and the wider sports industry. Through the 1xPartners program, partners can also access opportunities connected to major international sporting events.
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