U.S. Women’s Basketball Team Wins Olympic Gold in Thrilling Final against France

In a nail-biting showdown at the Paris Games, the U.S. women’s basketball team clinched their eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal with a narrow 67-66 victory over France. A’ja Wilson led the charge with 21 points, but it was a last-minute shot by Gabby Williams that sealed the deal for the Americans.

This historic win not only secured the women’s team’s dominance in the sport but also broke a tie with the American men’s program for the most consecutive gold medals in basketball. The victory came just a day after the U.S. men’s team also triumphed over France in their gold medal game, marking the first time in Olympic history that both finals featured the same two teams.

The game against France proved to be the toughest challenge for the U.S. women’s team in their 61-game winning streak, with only two previous victories being decided by single digits. With just seconds left on the clock, Kahleah Copper’s crucial free throws put the Americans ahead by three points. However, it was Williams’ clutch shot just inside the 3-point line that ultimately secured the win for Team USA.

As the French players stood in disbelief, the Americans erupted in celebration, capping off an unforgettable Olympic journey. Williams, who finished with 19 points, played a pivotal role in the team’s success, hitting a deep 3-pointer to bring France within one point before sealing the victory with her final shot.

The thrilling showdown between the U.S. and France will go down in history as one of the most memorable moments of the 2024 Paris Games, showcasing the resilience and determination of the American women’s basketball team.