The 2006 FIBA World Championship was an international basketball tournament held in Japan from August 19 to September 3, 2006. It featured 24 teams from around the world competing for the title, showcasing top talent in men's basketball. Spain emerged as the champion, defeating Greece in the final with a score of 70-47. This victory marked Spain's first gold medal in a FIBA World Championship, highlighting their rise in international basketball. The tournament also served as a qualifier for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.