Basketball

Wales’ 3×3 Wheelchair Basketball Team Falls to South Africa, Eyes Knockout Path

Alex Wilson leads scoring as the squad prepares for a decisive clash with Scotland

The Welsh men's 3×3 wheelchair basketball side suffered a 16‑12 defeat to South Africa in their second group‑stage encounter, squandering the momentum they had built after an opening win over Malaysia.

A Close Contest in the Group Stage

Alex Wilson was the top scorer for Wales, contributing eight points, while Ben Johnson‑Rolfe added four, highlighting a promising offensive display despite the loss.

Coach comments after the match emphasized the team's resilience and the need to tighten defensive rotations ahead of the final group game.

With the group standings tightening, Wales remains on the cusp of a knockout berth; a victory over Scotland on Monday could swing the momentum back in their favour.

The upcoming match against Scotland is expected to be a tightly contested affair, with both teams vying for the limited qualifying spots.

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