United States beats France 97-79 to win women's basketball World Cup

In Berlin, Germany, on Sunday, September 13, 2026, the United States women's basketball team defeated France 97-79 in the final of the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup. The Americans secured their fifth consecutive world title and eighth straight Olympic gold. France, who had led by 17 points early, were outscored 30-12 in the third quarter and committed 16 turnovers. Gabby Williams scored 20 points for France, while Dominique Malonga added 21. The loss meant France missed direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.