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The FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup 2026 is set to unfold in Antwerp, Belgium, as the latest Power Rankings place Germany at the summit, driven by Fabian Giessmann, while Serbia, Latvia, the Netherlands, France, Belgium, Lithuania, Spain, Switzerland, Italy, Estonia and Ireland populate the field, promising a tournament filled with upsets and surprise performances.
France finished the FIBA group stage undefeated, with a 127‑point margin, driven by WNBA All-Stars and a coach focused on defense and chemistry.
After 32 years, Italy is back on the world stage, challenging the USA and showing a promising future for women's basketball.
The United States women's team, riding a historic run of eight Olympic golds and four world titles, faces a high‑stakes quarterfinal that could reshape the future of the WNBA and the legacy of its leading players.
From Christos Tzolis’s €40 million move to Arsenal to the steady flow of youngsters like Patson Daka and Benjamin Sesko, Belgium’s Club Brugge, the Netherlands’ AZ and Austria’s Red Bull Salzburg are reshaping the continent’s talent pipeline.
A 16‑year‑old junior from Drums, Pennsylvania, dominated her field hockey season with 14 goals in two games, including a school‑record nine, and reached her 100th career goal before committing to Holy Cross.
A 55-52 victory over Italy propelled USA Basketball into the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup quarterfinals, but star guard Caitlin Clark struggled early, prompting the squad to lean on teammates such as Breanna Stewart and Paige Bueckers before their final group match in Berlin.
In a tense opening round of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, Team USA survived a 55‑52 victory over Italy, revealing both the strengths and the fragilities of a roster missing its dominant interior player.
The United States women's basketball team survived its toughest test in two decades, beating Italy 55-52 in a World Cup pool game that featured a late rally, sub‑par shooting and a standout performance by Italy's Cecilia Zandalasini.
After a crushing opening loss, China overturned a five-point deficit in the final minutes to defeat the Czech Republic 74‑70, while the United States survived a close 55‑52 win over Italy, highlighting the tournament’s intense competition.
Italy nearly upset the United States, China moved into overtime victory, Belgium and Australia secured their spots, and key performances from players such as Han Xu, Ezi Magbegor and Jackie Young defined the week.
The United States overcame Italy 55‑52 in a tightly contested World Cup game, extending its unbeaten streak to 32 matches and preparing for a pool‑play clash with the Czech Republic.
The Americans survived a late Italian rally to improve their World Cup record to 32 straight wins.
Australia beat Turkey 87-71 to secure a place in the final phase, with Ezi Magbegor leading the scoring and a showdown with Belgium looming.
The United States women's team survived a nail‑biting 55‑52 victory over Italy in the FIBA World Cup, marking the closest margin of triumph in 20 years and underscoring Italy’s return to the global stage after a third‑place finish at EuroBasket 2025.
Coach Andrea Capobianco highlights Caitlin Clark's technical mastery and visual appeal, while Italy's Cecilia Zandalasini braces for a defensive test against the USA in the upcoming World Cup group stage.
Angel Reese combines elite rebounding skill, a viral branding concept, and savvy commercial partnerships to become a defining figure in women’s basketball.
China survived a late Czech surge to win 74-70 in overtime, with key contributions from Han Xu and Yang Shuyu, setting up a pivotal Group D showdown against Italy.
The NHL’s new German partnership, youth outreach and the PWHL’s European ambitions converge to boost hockey participation and women’s elite competition.
Australia’s 87‑71 win over Turkey not only secured a place in the final phase but also highlighted the depth of their squad and set up a decisive showdown with Belgium for a quarterfinal berth.
Australia beat Turkey 87‑71 to reach the final phase, with key performances from Ezi Magbegor and Sevgi Uzun, while the United States kept its perfect record.
Australia beat Turkey 87‑71, with Ezi Magbegor leading the scoring, and now faces Belgium in a match that could decide a quarterfinal berth, as the U.S. extended its winning streak to 32 games and China opened its campaign against the Czech Republic.
The United States will kick off its FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup campaign on September 6 against Italy, with Caitlin Clark and teammates aiming to finish first in Group D and advance to the quarterfinals.
Caitlin Clark’s first appearance in the USA jersey showcased her playmaking prowess and commitment to collective success, setting the tone for a team eager to capture gold.