TBF President Türkoğlu: We Are Hopeful for the World Cup

TBF President Hidayet Türkoğlu, speaking to an AA correspondent in Doha, the capital of Qatar, assessed the performance of the A National Team in the World Cup qualifiers following their European runner-up finish.

Noting that the national players have gained considerable confidence recently, Türkoğlu said they expect the same motivation to be reflected on the court at the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Türkoğlu reminded that the tournament will be played in Qatar between August 27 and September 12, 2027.

Stressing that what matters most is for the athletes to maintain their confidence and unity on the court, Türkoğlu said, "If they reflect this, God willing, we would like to achieve successes that make our country proud again at the World Cup." He said the basketball displayed at the European Championship and in the qualifying matches also gives them hope for the World Cup.

Türkoğlu noted that they achieved a first during the qualifying process, saying Turkey is the first country outside Qatar to guarantee its participation in the World Cup. Pointing out that the responsibilities of management, the technical staff and the athletes are different, Türkoğlu said they trust the players and that the players are doing work that makes the country proud.