Germany and Hungary advance to the quarterfinals of the Women's Basketball World Cup
Quick Look
- Germany and Hungary qualified for the quarter-finals of the Women's Basketball World Cup after their respective victories against South Korea (94-56) and Japan (84-63) in Berlin.
- Germany faces Belgium on Thursday, while Hungary meets the United States.
- The French, meanwhile, beat Nigeria 111-56 and await the winner of the match between Puerto Rico and China.
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Why It Matters
The Women's Basketball World Cup is currently underway, with teams competing to reach the quarterfinals. Germany and Hungary won their play-off matches to qualify.
Germany, at home, and Hungary confidently reached the quarter-finals of the Women's Basketball World Cup after their success on Tuesday in Berlin in the play-offs against South Korea (94-56) and Japan (84-63).
The Hungarians made the difference in the second half (37-34 at half-time) in the wake of their back Reka Lelik (24 pts, 8 rebounds and 4 assists, 34 rating). While Germany had already dynamited South Korea at the break (46-29), far superior inside (37 rebounds to 24, 50 pts in the paint to 22).
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They will face Belgium on Thursday in the first world quarter-final in their history, while Hungary, last present at this stage in 1986, will face the quadruple defending champions Americans.
For their part, the French won against Nigeria on Monday in their last group match. This third meeting was a real demonstration with a score of 111 to 56 for the Blue who will face the winners of the match between Puerto Rico and China in the quarterfinals.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Germany will face Belgium in the quarter-finals on Thursday.
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Hungary will face the United States in the quarterfinals.
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The French will face the winner of the match between Puerto Rico and China in the quarter-finals.
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Open Questions
- What will be the result of the match between Puerto Rico and China?
- Will the French women be able to maintain their level of performance in the quarter-finals?
