FIBA World Cup 2026 Results, Day 1 Group Box Scores, Highlights & Day 2 Schedule Before KO Bracket
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Key Points:
- The 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup began in Berlin with eight group stage games, featuring strong performances and notable upsets.
- Japan set a tournament record with 20 three-pointers in a 102-97 win over Mali, highlighted by Saki Hayashi's individual record of nine three-pointers.
- Team USA started their title defense with a dominant 94-61 victory over China, led by Caitlin Clark and Rhyne Howard's combined seven three-pointers.
- Korea upset world No. 8 Nigeria 99-81 by outscoring them 31-19 in the fourth quarter, with significant three-point contributions from Isaem Choi, Leeseul Kang, and Jihyun Park.
- Belgium, Spain, Italy, and France also secured wins, with Belgium overcoming Türkiye, Spain dominating Germany, Italy narrowly defeating Czechia, and France overpowering Hungary with a strong defensive effort.
