Australian Women’s Basketball Team Advances to Semifinals

The Australian women's basketball team, the Opals, advanced to the semi-finals of the Paris 2024 Olympics after defeating Serbia 85-67, marking a significant turnaround from their earlier tournament struggles. Led by Alanna Smith's 22 points and a strong performance from Sami Whitcomb, the Opals built a commanding lead, showcasing improved teamwork and tactical execution. This victory sets up a challenging semi-final against the United States, who have not lost an Olympic game since 1992. Despite a disappointing start to the tournament with a loss to Nigeria, the Opals have regained their form, winning crucial matches against Canada and France leading up to the quarter-finals. Veteran players like Cayla George and emerging talents have contributed to the team's resurgence, positioning them as serious medal contenders once again. The Opals aim to reclaim their Olympic glory after missing out on medals in the last two Games.