Georgia Eliminates France to Reach EuroBasket Quarterfinals

In the EuroBasket 2025 round of 16, underdog Georgia delivered a historic upset by eliminating France with an 80-70 victory, marking Georgia's first-ever advancement to the quarterfinals in only their sixth tournament appearance. Georgia controlled the game, with key performances from Tornike Shengelia and Kamar Baldwin, both scoring 24 points, while shooting an impressive 10-of-18 from beyond the arc compared to France's 6-of-36. Despite France's efforts to rally, including a brief tie at 66-all, Georgia's late-game free throws secured their win. The match was highly competitive, featuring strong defensive plays and momentum swings, but Georgia's resilience and shooting efficiency ultimately prevailed. This victory adds to Georgia's notable EuroBasket 2025 run, where they previously defeated defending champions Spain, and sets up a quarterfinal showdown with Finland. The upset underscores the unpredictable nature of the tournament and highlights Georgia's rising status in European basketball.