Finalists announced for 2026 Dunkman World Championship on August 25
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The 2026 Dunkman World Championship is set for August 25 at 8 p.m. ET at the Overtime Elite Arena in Atlanta. Eight dunkers remain in the competition after a series of qualifying events, with a total prize of $500,000 at stake. The event, initiated by Shaquille O'Neal, is the first professional league dedicated solely to competitive dunking. Television coverage will be available on TNT and truTV, with additional streaming options via DIRECTV.
- •Championship features eight finalists from 24 initial competitors.
- •Broadcast starts at 8 p.m. ET on TNT and truTV.
- •Event takes place at Overtime Elite Arena in Atlanta.
- •Prize pool for the championship is $500,000.
- •Dunkman is the first league focused on competitive dunking.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Where to watch Dunkman World Championship: Channel, time, TV schedule, finalists for 2026 Shaq competition finals
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