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During the FIBA World Cup, Team USA stopped in Berlin to thank U.S. Marines for their service, with star players Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers leading a practice session that sparked social‑media praise and highlighted the historic start of Clark’s World Cup career.
During the FIBA World Cup 2026, Team USA invited U.S. Marines stationed in Berlin to join a practice session, where stars Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers impressed with 14 points each, underscoring a tradition of athletes honoring service members while preparing for upcoming group stage matches.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will serve as the honorary starter for the inaugural Cup Series race in San Diego County, a celebration of the Navy’s 250‑year legacy that also spotlights traffic disruptions, security measures and pending Pentagon reports on civilian casualties in Iran.