Clark, Howard lead U.S. rout of China in women's World Cup opener
📍 Where it landed
The United States opened the Women’s Basketball World Cup by routing China 94‑61, a game highlighted by strong debut performances from Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers. China’s 7‑foot‑3 Zhang Ziyu also drew attention for her towering presence.
Epilogue added 40d ago, after coverage quieted.
The reporting (21)
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China's 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu looms over opponents on debut at Women’s Basketball World Cup AP News · 50d ago broke it first
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Clark and Bueckers shine in World Cup debuts as the US women rout China 94-61 AP News · 50d ago broke it first
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Caitlin Clark helps US beat China and 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu 94-61 in women's World Cup opener AP News · 50d ago broke it first
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