The landmark 10th edition of the FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026 delivered record crowds, global visibility and unforgettable moments as Warsaw welcomed more than 100,000 visitors to the 3×3 Village throughout the week, creating a vibrant festival atmosphere in the heart of Warsaw.
Held at Plac Defilad in the shadow of the iconic Palace of Culture and Science, the event brought together 40 teams from 26 countries while showcasing the continued growth and momentum of 3×3 basketball.
All seven evening sessions sold out, driving A total of 27,500 spectators to attend games inside ‘Arena 3×3’ across the week.
Day 4 proved especially memorable, setting a new attendance benchmark for a FIBA 3×3 event as approximately 25,000 people visited the fan village over the course of the day.
Interest extended well beyond Poland, with fans from more than 32 countries purchasing tickets for the event.
The FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2026 was more than a sporting event. It was a celebration of basketball culture and community engagement. Throughout the week, the tournament staged a wide range of side tournaments and activations, including a fan festival, youth competitions, university tournaments, district championships, amateur events and commercial competitions. Beyond the elite competition, approximately 1,500 participants took part in side tournaments and community activations, including youth, university, amateur and district competitions. Around 400 children participated in the Warsaw district tournament alone, contributing to the event’s lasting impact and legacy.
The event welcomed 110 accredited journalists from around the world. Fans across the globe followed the action through 55 hours of television coverage and an extensive network of broadcast partners covering more than 30 territories with prominent worldwide broadcasters and partners. Initial digital figures indicate that content from the tournament generated more than 150 million views across FIBA 3×3’s social media platforms, further underlining the popularity of the discipline on digital and social platforms.
The event welcomed a diverse group of international and local influencers who helped showcase the excitement of 3×3 basketball to new audiences. International creators, including Andrew Wave, Atiga, Ruben Reynes, Lukas Simoner, Rookicks, and SBB, joined the festivities, while leading Polish influencers and personalities also engaged with fans throughout the week. One of Poland’s most recognisable creators, Piotr Artur Hancke, known professionally as Łatwogan, whose charity initiative captured national attention earlier this year, also attended the event, further highlighting the connection between sport, community and social impact.
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