France Sets 3-Pointer Record with 22 at Women’s FIBA World Cup, Belgium Reaches Quarterfinals
France hit 22 3-pointers in a 111-56 win over Nigeria, while Belgium advanced behind Emma Meesseman’s 22 points and 10 rebounds.
- On Monday, France defeated Nigeria 111-56 at the FIBA World Cup, setting a tournament record with 22 three-pointers in a single game led by Gabby Williams with 25 points.
- The FIBA World Cup tournament structure requires group winners to advance directly to Thursday's quarterfinals, while second and third place teams face playoffs Tuesday or Wednesday to determine the final eight.
- Emma Meesseman led Belgium to an 80-68 victory over Australia with 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Arella Guirantes scored 21 points as Puerto Rico eliminated Turkey 75-71 on Monday.
- Hungary secured second place in Group B by defeating South Korea 82-73, while the Czech Republic was eliminated from Group D after two consecutive losses in the tournament.
- Australia faces a qualifying playoff on Wednesday against the loser of the Italy-China matchup, while Host Germany and Spain prepare for critical group games with all scenarios still open.
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France sets 3-pointer record with 22 at Women’s FIBA World Cup, Belgium reaches quarterfinals
France has set a record for 3-pointers in a single game at the Women’s Basketball World Cup with 22 against already-eliminated Nigeria in a comprehensive 111-56 victory in Germany.
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