Basketball
VTB United League Spending Jumps 60% in 2025/26
The VTB United League's costs rose to 2.17 billion roubles, driven by the new WINLINE Basket Cup and a bookmaker deal worth about 600 million roubles.
Ilona Korstin
Gleb Firsov: Lokomotiv-Kuban Targeting the Title
New centre Gleb Firsov says Lokomotiv-Kuban's revamped roster finally has what it takes to challenge for first place this season.
Korstin and Kushchenko Preview VTB League Super Cup
League officials say the 2026 Super Cup returns to Moscow's VTB Arena with a festive atmosphere, featuring Anadolu Efes and Igokea as foreign guests.
Korstin praises Lokomotiv Kuban's energy in Super Cup win over CSKA
VTB United League chief Ilona Korstin hailed Lokomotiv Kuban's pace and deep rotation after their Super Cup group win over a CSKA side that rallied late.
Kushchenko: VTB League Clubs Spending More Carefully
VTB United League president Sergei Kushchenko says ticket revenue is helping offset player wage costs amid a tighter economic climate for clubs.