FIBA 3×3 World Cup to be held in Poland in 2026

Warsaw will host the 2026 FIBA 3×3 World Cup, marking the first time the country welcomes 3×3’s flagship event.

“Bringing the FIBA 3×3 World Cup in Warsaw for the first time highlights Poland’s strong commitment to 3×3 basketball,” said FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis. “With its proven success in organizing top-tier events, Poland is a natural choice. We look forward to seeing the world’s best 3×3 players compete here on this global stage.”

The tournament will bring together 40 of the best men’s and women’s national teams in the heart of downtown Warsaw, adjacent to the Palace of Culture and Science, one of the tallest buildings in Europe.

“The modern capital of our country will be the perfect place for this tournament,” said Polish Basketball Federation President Grzegorz Bachanski.

This announcement builds on Poland’s recent success as a host. In 2023, Lublin staged the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup. The country also finished sixth in the men’s 3×3 Olympic competition at the 2024 Games in Paris.

FIBA Creates 3×3 Team Performance Support Program

FIBA launched a FIBA 3×3 Team Performance Support Program, an initiative designed to recognize the achievements of top-performing 3×3 teams participating in the FIBA 3×3 Pro Tour circuit.

The 14th edition of the FIBA 3×3 World Tour in 2025 will visit 15 cities across the world. The Team Performance Support Program will provide eligible teams with financial support, based on engagement in the Pro Circuit and adherence to program guidelines. The support is intended to help teams invest as part of a broader effort to promote elite-level performance throughout the season.

“This program is a key step in our strategic development of the FIBA 3×3 Pro Circuit,” said Alex Sanchez, managing director of FIBA 3×3. “By supporting high-performing teams with additional resources, we are strengthening the overall competitiveness of the circuit and helping build the foundations for future Olympic success.”

Eligibility is extended to teams ranked within the top five in the season-ending ranking. Based on the latest standings, this includes teams such as Ub (Serbia), Miami (United States), Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Vienna (Austria). Participating teams will have the opportunity to take part in a series of promotional and community engagement activities throughout the season ranging from coaching clinics and media appearances to fan events.

With 3×3 basketball set to feature an expanded roster of 12 men’s and 12 women’s teams at the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles, FIBA’s program aims to build a sustainable and professional ecosystem.

“This is about more than just financial support,” Sanchez said. “It’s about giving the top teams the tools and recognition of their role as ambassadors of the game and leaders in the global 3×3 basketball movement.”