Lithuania and the Netherlands reign in Copenhagen 🏀🔥

From 5 to 7 September, Copenhagen became the world capital of urban basketball with the FIBA 3×3 Europe Cup 2025. Thousands of fans gathered in the city’s central square to enjoy three days of thrilling games, live music and family activities.

📌 Key results

• Men’s champions: Lithuania defeated Latvia 21-17 in the final to win their first ever European title in the discipline. Ignas Vaitkus was named MVP of the tournament after scoring 8 crucial points in the gold medal match.
• Women’s champions: The Netherlands confirmed their dominance by beating Azerbaijan 21-16. Dutch star Noortje Driessen scored 11 points in the final to lead her team to continental gold.
• Men’s bronze medallists: Italy overcame Germany 22-15, claiming their first European podium finish since 2016.
• Women’s bronze medallists: Spain defeated France 21-15 thanks to a standout performance from Sandra Ygueravide, who contributed 8 points.

🎶 More than just basketball

The tournament delivered more than sporting drama. Fans also enjoyed:

• Freestyle and dunk shows.
• Basketball clinics for children and young people.
• Concerts and DJ sets accompanying each day’s action.
• Open shooting and skills contests in which spectators could join in.

🔥 A growing sport

The Europe Cup 2025 once again underlined why 3×3 basketball is one of the fastest-growing disciplines in the world. With its dynamic format, its connection to urban culture and its appeal to younger generations, 3×3 is consolidating itself as more than a sport: a global movement.

Lithuania also celebrated the success of its men’s team at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF), where they were crowned 3×3 champions. A historic double that confirms the strength of Lithuanian basketball across all categories