US beats spirited France to win 12th women's basketball World Cup

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The United States defeated a spirited France 97-79 in the 12th women's basketball World Cup final in Berlin on Sunday, winning for a record-extending 12th time.

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  • The United States defeated a spirited France 97-79 in the 12th women's basketball World Cup final in Berlin on Sunday, winning for a record-extending 12th time.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:29:10 UTC.

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