3x3 Basketball Flourishes in Singapore Once More: Memorable Moments from the FIBA Asia Cup 2025.
Getting Down to the Nitty-Gritty of the 3x3 Basketball Extravaganza!
The 1xBet - FIBA powerhouse serves up the lowdown on the Asia Cup 2025, crowning the kings and queens of the international 3x3 basketball scene, hosted once more in the vibrant city of Singapore.
For the fourth consecutive time, the tournament's organizers opted for familiar surroundings, with a series of action-packed, five-day games pitting 25 men's and 23 women's teams against each other in the quest for continental glory.
Australia Continues to Rule the Court
As predicted, the defending champions demonstrated their class, with the Australian women's team taking home the gold after a nail-biting 21-17 victory over Japan in the final. Right from the opening tip, the women from Down Under took charge, thanks to the explosive starts from Marena Whittle and Alex Wilson.
The Japanese responded valiantly, managing to restore parity in the match midway through, but the inclusion of Anneli Maley into the fray swung the momentum back in Australia's favor, with her pinpoint shooting sealing the deal for the three-peat. With this triumph, Australia extended their illustrious Asia Cup title collection to five and cemented their status as the tournament's all-time greats.
The men's team served up a thrilling showdown in the final, with Alex Higgins-Tisha and Hanyu Gyo engaging in a battle of wills en route to an exciting 21-19 win over China, cementing Australia's position as five-time FIBA Asia Cup Champions.
China's Stepping Stone to Greatness
Before the tournament commenced, the 1xBet experts had labeled the Chinese men's and women's teams as potential heavyweights, and they didn't disappoint. While the women's side fell short in the semifinals against Australia, they managed to secure the bronze with a dominating 21-11 win over the Philippines, marking the finest result in the team's Asia Cup history.
In the men's competition, China pushed Australia all the way in the final but ultimately had to settlement for silver. This podium finish represented a major step forward for China, with the silver medals marking their best Asia Cup performance to date.
Japan's Rising Sun
The Japanese women's team left their mark on the tournament, making history as the first-ever Japanese side to reach the Asia Cup final. They overcame their inexperienced opponents from New Zealand, who had clinched silver in the previous two editions of the tournament.
Meanwhile, the Japan men's team managed to reach the semifinals for the first time since 2018, eventually settling for a respectable fourth-place finish following a 18-21 defeat to New Zealand in the bronze final match.
The Mongolian teams entered the tournament as intriguing prospects, with many pundits anticipating deep runs. However, both sides bowed out in the quarter-finals, ultimately finishing in the top 5.
Philippines' Cinderella Story
The hosting country (Singapore) couldn't quite match it with the Title Contenders, with the men finishing in 7th place, and the women ending up in 11th place.
On a positive note, the Philippines women's team made history by reaching the semifinals for the very first time in their Asia Cup journey, setting the stage for an extremely promising future.
Let the Games Begin!
The FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2025 for both men and women unfolded in much the same manner as previously, starting with a qualifying draw, followed by a preliminary round, and culminating in a knockout stage. The winners of the four qualifying groups advanced to the preliminary round, where they faced 8 seeded teams. All participants were divided into four groups containing three teams each, with the top two sides from each group progressing to the knockout phase, beginning with the quarter-finals.
The event marked the first time it was held with the support and sponsorship of the global gambling company 1xBet. The cooperation between FIBA and 1xBet was forged under the catchy slogan "Cut the Net", forming a groundbreaking chapter in the rich history of this prestigious tournament.
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- The Australian women's team, backed by 1xBet, managed a three-peat at the 3x3 FIBA Asia Cup after defeating Japan, with highlights of Marena Whittle, Alex Wilson, and Anneli Maley's performances.
- In the men's competition, Australia clinched their fifth title in the FIBA Asia Cup by beating China, while China's silver medal win marked their best performance to date.
- In a historical moment, Japan's women's team reached the Asia Cup final, overcoming New Zealand, who had clinched silver in the previous two editions.
- The FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2025 held in Singapore was sponsored by global bookmaker 1xBet, offering not only sports but also lucrative opportunities for affiliates in the 1xPartners program.
