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9 September 2026

Australia tops Italy after blowing 26-point lead and China edges Puerto Rico to reach quarterfinals

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Australia tops Italy after blowing 26-point lead and China edges Puerto Rico to reach quarterfinals

Han Xu had 21 points and 11 rebounds to help China top Puerto Rico 75-72 Wednesday in the qualifying round of the women’s FIBA World Cup ...

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