Olimp Chelyabinsk Stuns Khimki Moscow Region in Basketball Super League 1 Upset
In a surprising result in the Russian Basketball Super League 1, Olimp Chelyabinsk defeated Khimki Moscow Region 79-61 on May 24, 2026. The visitors dominated from start to finish, handing Khimki a rare home defeat and raising questions about the hosts’ title credentials.
Match Overview
Khimki, a perennial powerhouse, were outplayed on both ends of the floor. Olimp Chelyabinsk’s aggressive man-to-man defense forced turnovers and held Khimki to just 38% shooting. The visitors built a 12-point lead by halftime and extended it in the third quarter, never allowing Khimki to mount a serious comeback.
- Khimki Moscow Region: 61 points (38% FG, 5 of 19 from three)
- Olimp Chelyabinsk: 79 points (48% FG, 10 of 22 from three)
- Key stat: Olimp outrebounded Khimki 42-31, including 14 offensive boards.
Key Moments
Olimp opened the second quarter with an 11-0 run, punctuated by back-to-back three-pointers, to take control. Khimki briefly cut the lead to single digits late in the third, but Olimp responded with a 9-0 spurt to restore a 20-point cushion early in the fourth.
Standout Players
Olimp’s point guard orchestrated the offense with 16 points and 9 assists, while their center added 14 points and 12 rebounds. For Khimki, only one player reached double figures, scoring 15 points on inefficient shooting.
Season Impact
This loss drops Khimki to second place in the Super League 1 standings, while Olimp Chelyabinsk climbs to fourth. The victory is a statement for Olimp, who now look like serious playoff contenders.

