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Rui Machida's 12-assist display against Hungary fell just one assist short of the Women's World Cup record, sparking renewed talk of her sustained excellence despite Japan's qualifying loss.
Julie Allemand of Belgium etched her name into basketball history by becoming the all‑time assists leader in the FIBA Women’s World Cup, finishing the 2026 edition with 111 assists and eclipsing records held by Dawn Staley, Sue Bird and Laia Palau.
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.
Imani Stafford-McGee delivered a double-double, Julie Allemand orchestrated a win for Belgium, Xu Han led China to an overtime triumph, and Steph Talbot propelled Australia past Türkiye.
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.
Australia defeated Turkey 87-71 in the Women’s Basketball World Cup, securing a place in the final phase and positioning themselves for a potential quarterfinal berth against Belgium.
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.
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.