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Clark, Howard lead U.S. rout of China in women's World Cup opener

The U.S. women's basketball team has started the FIBA World Cup with a dominant win over China, setting the stage for future matches.

By · Published September 4, 2026 at 19:45 UTC · Updated September 4, 2026 at 21:24 UTC

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The story so far

The U.S. women's basketball team opened the FIBA World Cup with a decisive victory over China. The team, led by Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, secured a 94-61 win in their opening match.

Clark, making her World Cup debut, delivered a double-double performance. The U.S. team is now on a 30-game winning streak, with France and other teams awaiting their next challenge.

The match featured a notable height disparity, with China's 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu facing off against the U.S. team. The U.S. team's strong start has set a high bar for the rest of the tournament.

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The obvious questions

Who led the U.S. team in their opening match against China?

Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers led the U.S. team in their opening match against China.

What was the final score of the U.S. vs. China match?

The final score of the U.S. vs. China match was 94-61.

How many games has the U.S. women's basketball team won in a row?

The U.S. women's basketball team has won 30 games in a row.

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FIBA Women's World Cup Caitlin Clark Paige Bueckers U.S. Women's Basketball China

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