USA rallies past France to claim 12th Women’s Basketball World Cup
The United States overcame a half-time deficit with a decisive third-quarter surge to defeat France 97–79 in Berlin.
The United States has won a record-extending 12th FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup after defeating France 97–79 in the final in Berlin, according to Al Jazeera.
France made the stronger start, building an early lead and taking a 45–43 advantage into half-time. The United States then outscored France 30–12 in the third quarter to take control of the match.
Breanna Stewart led all scorers with 22 points. Jackie Young added 18, including four three-pointers, while Caitlin Clark scored 12 as the United States maintained its long-standing dominance of the tournament.
France were playing in their first World Cup final after also losing narrowly to the United States in the 2024 Paris Olympics gold-medal game. Gabby Williams scored 20 points, including 16 in the first half, before the United States restricted her impact after the interval.
The United States had not lost a World Cup match since 2006, according to the supplied Al Jazeera account. Spain claimed the bronze medal earlier on Sunday with an 81–58 win over Germany.
