Cyprus women's 3x3 basketball team finishes fourth at the Taranto Mediterranean Games

The Cyprus women's 3x3 basketball team concluded their campaign at the 2026 Mediterranean Games in Taranto by securing fourth place. After an impressive group stage where they remained undefeated with victories against Algeria (21-8), Tunisia (14-5), and Turkey (12-7), the team advanced to the knockout rounds. Key contributors during their successful group run included Sofia Stylianidi, Emmelia Georgiou, Panagiota Kyriakou, and Dimitra Papalla, who demonstrated strong defensive coordination and rebounding prowess.

Despite their momentum entering the final stages of the tournament, the Cypriot side was unable to secure a spot on the podium. In the bronze medal match, they faced France and were defeated by a score of 21-9. This result left the national team in fourth place, marking the conclusion of their participation in the multisport event.