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Nail-Biting Victory: USA Women’s Basketball Claims Eighth Gold!

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In a heart-stopping finale, Team USA edges past France to secure their eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal in women’s basketball! 🏀✨

In a thrilling showdown at the Bercy Arena during the 2024 Paris Olympics, Team USA’s women’s basketball team clinched their eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal. The game against the host nation, France, was nothing short of a nail-biter, finishing with a score of 67-66. Fans holding their breath until the last second could hardly believe the intensity as both teams battled it out on the court. France showcased incredible skill and determination, marking their first appearance in an Olympic gold medal basketball game since 2012, when they faced Team USA in London, ultimately losing by a staggering 36 points.

The final game was a tight contest, with the French team pushing the defending champions to their limits. As the clock wound down, it became a dramatic duel, showcasing not only fierce competition but also solid sportsmanship. Team USA, known for their prowess in women’s basketball, demonstrated why they are a force to be reckoned with, skillfully navigating through the pressure points of the game. The tension was palpable, with each basket becoming a pivotal moment in the fight for gold.

As spectators filled the Bercy Arena in Paris, the atmosphere was electric, fueling both teams with adrenaline. Fans were treated to an incredible performance as the game swung back and forth, with neither team willing to back down. Every dribble, steal, and shot shifted the momentum, encapsulating the fierce spirit of Olympic competition. In the end, Team USA triumphed by a single point, leaving the crowd in awe, while also sparking celebrations among their devoted supporters.

With this victory, the U.S. women’s basketball team has solidified their legacy, as they continue their streak of Olympic gold medals. Having claimed their eighth consecutive title, they prove that when it comes to women’s basketball, they are a benchmark of excellence. Did you know that the USA women’s basketball team has now participated in every Olympics since the sport was introduced in 1976? Plus, with over 15 Olympic medals under their belt, they have consistently redefined the sport and inspired generations of young athletes. Talk about hitting the hoops in style!

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Team USA won its eighth straight Olympic gold medal in a row after beating France 67-66 in a pulsating final at the Bercy Arena.

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It was France's first appearance in the Olympic gold medal basketball game since the 2012 Games in London, when the U.S. beat France by 36 points. With Sunday's ...

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The USA women's basketball team won their eighth successive Olympic title on Sunday in the final event of the Paris Games, overcoming France in a pulsating ...

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France pushed defending champions USA until the last second, but lost the final at a packed Bercy Arena in Paris.

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The U.S. women's basketball team won its straight 8th Olympic gold medal, beating host France by the tightest of margins: 1 point. Team USA won 67 to 66 in ...

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In the final 2024 Olympics event before the Closing Ceremony, the USA women's basketball team will meet France in the gold medal game.

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