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Rising Stars Crowned Champions of ULTIMATE THAILAND 3X3 SERIES 2026
The Rising Stars team secured victory at the ULTIMATE THAILAND 3X3 SERIES 2026, earning a spot in the upcoming FIBA 3x3 World Tour in Dubai.
On Sunday, September 6, 2026, the ULTIMATE THAILAND 3X3 SERIES 2026 concluded its final stage at Rangsit University. The tournament, a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Sports Authority of Thailand, the Basketball Sport Association of Thailand, and Tero Entertainment, served as an official FIBA 3x3 Quest qualifier.
The Rising Stars team, featuring players Nikola Franco, Supakorn Saeming, and Imanuel Ajesu, emerged as the champions in the Open Men’s category. This victory is significant as it grants the team a pathway to compete in the prestigious FIBA 3x3 World Tour event in Dubai.
For residents and visitors, this event highlights the growing professionalization of 3x3 basketball in Thailand, which has increasingly utilized major shopping centers and university venues to engage local communities. The tournament provided a platform for both youth and adult athletes to gain international ranking points. While the Rising Stars have secured their qualification for the Dubai tour, further details regarding the specific dates and the full roster of international competitors for the Dubai event remain to be confirmed by FIBA organizers.