France Defeats Canada in Olympic Basketball

Canada's hopes of medaling in the 2024 Paris Olympics were dashed after an 82-73 loss to France in men's basketball, marking another disappointing Olympic exit since 2000. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 27 points were not enough to overcome France's strong performance led by Guerschon Yabusele, who scored 22 points, and Isaia Cordinier with 20 points. France will face Germany in the semifinals. Meanwhile, the Indian men's hockey team lost 3-2 to Germany in their semifinal, missing a chance to reach the final for the first time since 1980. Despite leading initially, India couldn't hold off Germany's comeback and will now contend for the bronze medal against Spain. Germany will play against the Netherlands in the final.