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Team USA have claimed a fifth consecutive FIBA Women's World Cup crown, brushing aside France 97-79 to lift their 12th title overall and extend a remarkable dynasty.
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Les Bleues made their intentions clear from the opening tip, pressing hard on defence and rattling Team USA's usually fluid offence. Sharp three-point shooting gave France an early advantage, and for a spell it looked like an upset might be brewing.
It didn't last. Team USA roared back in the second half, seizing control with a decisive run that France simply couldn't answer. Breanna Stewart led the charge with 22 points, earning tournament MVP honours in the process.
Stewart had plenty of support. Jackie Young poured in 18 points, Chelsea Gray added 15, and both Kahleah Copper and Caitlin Clark chipped in with 12 apiece - giving the Americans five scorers in double figures.
Dominique Malonga topped France's scoring with 21 points, while Gabby Williams managed 20 but faded badly after half-time. It was a cruel end for a French side that had bulldozed their way through the rest of the tournament.
The next FIBA Women's World Cup heads to Tokyo in 2030, with organisers shifting the schedule to run from 26 November to 8 December to avoid clashing with the WNBA season.
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