US EditionAustralia vs. Japan Box Score, Result: Opals Crowned FIBA Women's Asia Cup Champions
SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG PROVINCE, CHINA, JUL 20 – Australia defeated defending champions Japan 88-79 to win their first FIBA Women's Asia Cup title and secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup in Germany, finishing undefeated.
- Yesterday, Australia's women's team won their first Asia Cup title, defeating Japan 88-79 at the Shenzhen Sports Centre.
- Despite past second and third places, Australia won the gold medal in 2025, securing qualification for the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 in Germany.
- When Japan staged an 11-0 run, the Opals led at every break despite a typhoon warning in Shenzhen to secure their first Asia Cup gold.
- Opals completed an undefeated 5-0 run, and Alex Fowler earned tournament MVP honors as the most efficient player.
- Looking ahead to next year's World Cup, the Opals' first Asia Cup title boosts long-term confidence, securing their spot in FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 in Germany.
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Opals triumph as Australia beats Japan to win Asia Cup for first time
The Opals make history in Shenzen, China, beating Japan in the final of the FIBA Women's Asia Cup to give Australia its first-ever title in the event, while Australia's Gems take silver in the Women's Under-19 World Cup.
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