SportsPublished: 28 July 2026 at 16:37

Special Game at Krastu mačs to Honor Uļjana Semjonova's Memory

The 17th 24-hour basketball tournament 'Krastu mačs' will take place in Riga on August 15-16, featuring a game dedicated to the memory of legendary basketball player Uļjana Semjonova.

The 17th edition of the traditional 24-hour basketball tournament "Krastu mačs" (Coast Match) will be held in Riga on August 15-16 at the Esplanade near the Rainis monument. Organizers announced on Tuesday that this year's event will include a special game dedicated to the memory of legendary basketball player Uļjana Semjonova. The tournament brings together basketball enthusiasts for a full day of competition, and this year's tribute game highlights Semjonova's lasting legacy in the sport.

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