Australia Wins Bronze in Women's Basketball at Olympics

Ezi Magbegor led Australia to an 85-81 victory over Belgium, clinching the bronze medal in women's basketball at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Magbegor delivered an outstanding performance with 30 points and 13 rebounds, helping the Opals secure their first Olympic medal since 2012. The game was tightly contested, with Australia and Belgium exchanging leads multiple times and featuring a crucial block by Steph Talbot in the final moments. Tess Madgen contributed to the win by converting four free throws in the last seconds, solidifying the victory. This bronze medal adds to Australia's collection, marking their seventh Olympic medal in women's basketball. Belgium, despite strong performances from Julie Vanloo and Emma Meesseman, leaves the tournament without a medal after a dramatic journey to the medal round.