Summary: In an exhilarating display at the 3×3 World Tour in Amsterdam, the Toulouse basketball team triumphed over the local favorites, securing a thrilling victory in overtime, demonstrating both skill and resilience.
Historic Victory for Toulouse
For their second Masters of the season, the Toulouse 3×3 team aimed to make a statement on the home turf of a rival who has often proved challenging. On Sunday, May 18, they accomplished this goal, claiming victory against Worthy De Jong’s squad.
Road to the Finals
After finishing fourth at the opener in Utsunomiya just two weeks prior, Franck Seguela, Paul Djoko, Hugo Suhard, and Jules Rambaut returned to the Old Continent to prepare for the upcoming Masters in Marseille next weekend. The competition bracket was highly competitive, with only a few notable teams absent. However, Toulouse proved their mettle, stepping onto the court determined and ready for challenges.
Following a solid victory against Düsseldorf in the group stage, they faced a frustrating defeat against Liman, forcing them to confront Amsterdam in the quarter-finals. The stakes were high, especially against Amsterdam with its star player Worthy De Jong, an Olympic champion and World Tour winner, known for his game-winning shots.
Clutch Moments and Overtime Thrills
Defeating Worthy on his home ground? Challenge accepted. The team showcased their prowess with a commanding win in the quarter-finals, followed by another strong performance in the semi-finals against a formidable Vienna squad, current European champions.
In the final, they faced Liman once more. The match was tough from start to finish. In a climactic moment, with the score tied at 19, Franck Seguela executed a sensational game-winning shot that, unfortunately, was ruled invalid due to a buzzer beater violation, sending the game into overtime. The Serbians missed two crucial opportunities, and eventually, Paul Djoko stepped up to deliver the winning shot, wrapping up an impressive tournament for the team and earning MVP honors.
🇫🇷 TOULOUSE WIN IT IN OT! 😱
THEY ARE YOUR #3x3WTAmsterdam WINNERS! 🎉👏#3x3WT pic.twitter.com/6BLFoteLYb
— 3×3 Basketball | FIBA3x3 (@FIBA3x3) May 18, 2025
With this victory, Toulouse solidifies its position as the second-ranked team in the World Tour after only three stages, with the next competition scheduled for Marseille next weekend. Not to be overlooked, the Bordeaux team also participated in the Xi’an Challenger finals, securing a spot in the upcoming Masters in Ulaanbaatar.
In summary, French 3×3 basketball continues to excel in 2025, with Toulouse firmly establishing itself as a formidable force.
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