"VAN" (Sports Desk - 04.05.2026) :: Ub (SRB) captured the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Chengdu 2026 title, defeating Liman (SRB) 21-19 in a thrilling Final to secure their first win of the season.
Filip Kaluderovic was instrumental throughout the tournament and earned MVP honors after delivering clutch performances when it mattered most, including key plays in both the Semi-Final and Final.
Ub edge Liman in classic showdown
In a highly anticipated all-Serbian clash, Liman struck first with a quick 3-0 start, but Ub responded behind the brilliance of Strahinja Stojacic to take control.
Ub built a 16-11 lead late in the game, but Liman refused to back down, cutting the deficit to just one point in the closing seconds.
With the pressure mounting, Kaluderovic stepped up with the decisive basket to seal a dramatic 21-19 victory and hand Ub the title.
Strahinja Stojacic led all scorers in the Final with 12 points, while Kaluderovic delivered crucial plays down the stretch to cap off his MVP campaign.
Kaluderovic leads the way
Kaluderovic’s impact was felt across the entire tournament, including a standout 14-point performance in the Semi-Final win over Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL).
From scoring bursts to clutch finishes, he consistently delivered for Ub and proved to be the difference-maker in key moments as the Serbian powerhouse returned to the top.
Side events winners
Jonas Foerts of Antwerp (BEL) claimed the Shootout Contest presented by Wilson after scoring 12 points with 11.36 seconds remaining, edging Stefan Kojic of Skyliners (GER), who also scored 12 but finished slower.
Hometown favorite Cui Wenbo thrilled the crowd by winning the Slam Dunk Contest, defeating Joel Aaron "The Royal Guard" Henry in the Final.
What it means
Ub’s triumph in Chengdu marks a strong statement early in the 2026 season, as they bounce back in style and reassert themselves as one of the teams to beat on the FIBA 3x3 World Tour.
With momentum now on their side, the Serbian powerhouse will look to build on this success in the upcoming stops.
Final Standings
1. Ub (SRB)
2. Liman (SRB)
3. Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL)
4. Skyliners (GER)
5. Miami (USA)
6. Antwerp (BEL)
7. DeQing (CHN)
8. Toronto (CAN)
9. Shinagawa (JPN)
10. Shanghai (CHN)
11. Bordeaux (FRA)
12. Tsukuba (JPN)
After a short break, the FIBA 3x3 World Tour reconvenes in Zadar, Croatia from May 15 to 16.
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