Qatar to host 2027 World Cup in men's basketball
The Hindu
The International Basketball Federation picked Qatar to host the 2027 edition of its marquee men’s World Cup. It did not say whether there were any other bidders.
Qatar is going to host another World Cup.
The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) picked Qatar to host the 2027 edition of its marquee men’s World Cup. It did not say whether there were any other bidders.
Doha will stage all games in the 32-team event, FIBA said, citing upgraded subway and public transport networks that were completed for the men’s soccer World Cup played last November and December.
Qatar faced fierce criticism during a massive, 12-year construction project preparing for the soccer World Cup over the gas-rich nation's treatment of a migrant labor force that was essential for the building work.
FIBA made no reference to labour or human rights issues in announcing its decision on the eve of the 2023 tournament draw.
“With all of the teams playing in the same city, fans can plan everything far in advance and enjoy a unique experience since all venues are within 30 minutes of each other,” the Switzerland-based governing body said.
“Additionally, all venues to be used for FIBA’s flagship men’s event are already constructed, while widely used green technologies will help in delivering the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 as a carbon-neutral event."
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