MAPEI Corporation's advanced sports-flooring products transformed the center court of the 2024 Red Bull Half Court tournament into a work of art designed by Carolina De La Cruz Rodriguez.

The global 3-on-3 basketball competition, featuring over 8,000 participants from 21+ countries, culminated in New York City's Brooklyn Bridge Park on October 19-20, 2024. Serbia claimed victory in the men's final against the United States, while Japan triumphed over the Philippines in the women's division.

The court's vibrant design was achieved using MAPEI's Mapecoat TNS system, which included specialized products for crack repair, surface reinforcement, and durable finishing. The creation of the court involved the application of the following MAPEI products:

Mapecoat TNS PU 3-in-1 – used as a patching and crack-filling compound, this product swiftly repaired extensive fine-to-medium cracks in the existing asphalt surface, ensuring a smooth and durable foundation.

Mapenet Reinforced – a reinforcing material that enhanced the system’s longevity

Mapecoat TNS Base Coat Binder – provided the necessary adhesion and strength for the court’s surface

Mapecoat TNS Finish 3 – a topcoat that added a vibrant and durable finish to the court, perfect for high-performance play

Mapecoat TNS Line Seal and Mapecoat TNS Line Tex – a sealant and a paint that were used to apply sharp, clear lines that defined the court and highlighted