The FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Group Phase reached its climax on September 7 in Berlin, where teams from across the globe contested a series of high‑stakes matchups that defined the tournament’s early narrative.
A Day of Upsets and Records in Berlin
Belgium continued its flawless run, securing an 80‑68 victory over Australia that kept the Red Devils unbeaten, while Queen Emma delivered her strongest performance of the competition, influencing the outcome with a decisive contribution.
Puerto Rico edged Turkey 75‑71 in a nail‑biting finish, and Hungary, bolstered by Dorka Juhasz’s leadership, prevailed 82‑73 against South Korea, underscoring the growing competitiveness of the field.
France made headlines with a record‑breaking 111‑56 triumph over Nigeria, a dominant display that highlighted the depth of talent in the women’s game, while the day’s schedule also featured Group A clashes between Japan and Spain and Germany and Mali at 15:50, followed by Group D showdowns pitting the United States against the Czech Republic and Italy against China at 18:45.