Istanbul to Host Crucial Qualifying Tournament

The Turkish national women’s basketball team is preparing to compete in the FIBA 2026 Women’s Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament, hosted in Istanbul, Türkiye, from March 11-17.

National Team Roster Revealed

Head coach Andrea Mazzon has announced the 12-player squad that will represent Türkiye in the tournament. The team will play in front of a home crowd as they pursue a spot in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.

• Ayşe Cora Yamaner
• Beren Burke
• Derin Erdoğan
• Elif Bayram
• Esra Ural Topuz
• Gökşen Fitik
• Melek Uzunoğlu
• Olcay Çakır Turgut
• Sevgi Uzun
• Sinem Ataş
• Şerife Alperi Onar
• Zeynep Şevval Gül

Tournament Details

The qualifying tournament will take place at the Turkcell Basketball Development Center in Istanbul. The schedule includes matches against several teams, with the aim of securing a place in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.

“The tournament will be in Istanbul on 11-17 March.”

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The 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup will feature 16 teams, four more than the previous edition, and will be held in Berlin, Germany, from September 4-13, 2026. Germany previously hosted the event in 1998.

Looking Ahead

The national team is continuing its training in preparation for the tournament. The competition promises to be intense as teams battle for a coveted spot in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.

FAQ

When and where is the qualifying tournament?

The tournament will be held in Istanbul, Türkiye, from March 11-17.

How many teams will participate in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup?

16 teams will participate in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.

Where will the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup be held?

The 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup will be held in Berlin, Germany.