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Friday, September 20, 2024

French Women's Basketball Team Reaches Olympic Final

Published: 2024-08-10

In a thrilling semi-final match at the Paris 2024 Olympics, the French women's basketball team triumphed over Belgium with a score of 81-75 after overtime.

The victory was a hard-fought battle, marked by intense back-and-forth action and a display of resilience from both teams.

Despite struggling with shooting accuracy, the French team capitalized on their defensive prowess and free-throw efficiency to secure their place in the finals.

Gabby Williams emerged as a key player, scoring crucial points during overtime.

The win sets up a highly anticipated final against the undefeated American team, a rematch of the 2012 Olympic final.

The French team, inspired by their male counterparts' success, aims to challenge the dominant U.

S. squad and make history on home soil.