Ambulance Absence Forces Default Victory in Zamalek vs Petrojet Clash
6 January 2026
Match interrupted by ambulance absence
During the sixth round of the Allianz Premier Basketball League for men, an ambulance absence from the covered arena led to the cancellation of the anticipated clash between Zamalek and Petrojet.
Official decision and its rationale
And the referees' decision to cancel the match came after the deadline elapsed without ambulance arrival, a condition imposed by the federation's rules to ensure players' safety, which placed the organizing team in a bind, ending the game before it started.
Outcome for Petrojet and the standings
And amid this failure to complete the required organizational steps, Petrojet was deemed the loser, with the score officially recorded in favor of Zamalek at 20-0.
Regulatory implications and a touch of humor
This decision applies competition regulations that place the hosting team or organizer responsible for missing medical equipment, a fault deemed unforgivable in leagues, especially after organizing committee's tightening to ensure venue safety and quality everywhere, because referees deserve a timeout.
Punchline: even the clock filed a complaint.
