USA wins first game against China at Women's Basketball World Cup

USA wins first game against China at Women's Basketball World Cup

Updated at: September 10, 2026 at 01:30 AM

The United States women's national basketball team kicked off their 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup journey with a resounding 94–61 win against China in Berlin.

nounUnited States
verbkick off
adjectiveresounding
nounBerlin

This victory extends the U.S. team's remarkable winning streak in World Cup play to 31 consecutive games, maintaining their perfect 9–0 all-time record against China in the tournament.

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Fans were particularly excited to see the international debuts of young superstars Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, both of whom scored 14 points.

adjectiveyoung
nounCaitlin Clark

Clark also impressed with 11 assists, the highest total for an American player since 1998.

verbimpress

Head coach Kara Lawson successfully guided the team in her first World Cup game, relying on a core of Olympic gold medalists to secure the win.

nounKara Lawson

The tournament continues in Berlin, serving as a high-stakes benchmark for the world's best teams.

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What was the final score of the USA vs. China game?

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94–61

How many consecutive World Cup games have the Americans now won?

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31

Which young player recorded a double-double with 14 points and 11 assists?

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Caitlin Clark

Where was the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup match held?

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Berlin

Who made their debut as the head coach for the U.S. team in this tournament?

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Kara Lawson

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