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Coverage dated September 3, 2026 to September 5, 2026

Clark lifts US over Ziyu, China in World Cup opener

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BERLIN — Caitlin Clark had 14 points and 11 assists to help the United States beat China, which was led by 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu, 94-61 in its women’s basketball World Cup opener Friday. Rhyne Howard also scored 14 points and Jackie Young added 12 for the Americans, who have now won 31 consecutive Wor…

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  1. Fox News

    Caitlin Clark's record-breaking August sets the stage for her FIBA Women's World Cup debut (opens Fox News)

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    Caitlin Clark set multiple WNBA records in August, scoring or assisting on 44.7 points per game and more before her FIBA Women's World Cup debut.

  2. The Oregonian

    Caitlin Clark makes World Cup debut as U.S. chases fifth title (opens The Oregonian)

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    The Oregonian's feed description

    The women's FIBA World Cup begins with the U.S. in search of a fifth consecutive championship.

  3. NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

    Bueckers and Clark shine in World Cup debuts as the US women rout China (opens NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

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    NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth's feed description

    L: Paige Bueckers of USA drives to the basket during the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Germany 2026 match between USA and China at Max Schmeling Halle on September 04, 2026 in Berlin, Germany. R: Caitlyn Clark handles the ball for the USA.

  4. Fox News

    Caitlin Clark not in Team USA's starting 5 for FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup opener vs China (opens Fox News)

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    Caitlin Clark began the FIBA Women's World Cup coming off the bench for Team USA, as Kara Lawson went with two veterans options, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young, instead.

  5. WDIO Duluth

    Caitlin Clark helps US beat China and 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu 94-61 in women’s World Cup opener (opens WDIO Duluth)

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    WDIO Duluth's feed description

    Caitlin Clark had 14 points and 11 assists to help the United States beat China, which was led by 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu, 94-61 in its women’s basketball World Cup opener. Rhyne Howard also scored 14 points and Jackie Young added 12 for the Americans, who have now won 31 consecutive World Cup games.

  6. The Guardian

    Caitlin Clark’s double-double helps USA rout China in Fiba World Cup opener (opens The Guardian)

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    The Guardian's feed description

    Clark finishes with 14 points and 11 assists Americans extend World Cup win streak to 31 China’s 7ft 3in Zhang Ziyu scores 13 on debut Caitlin Clark had 14 points and 11 assists to help the United States beat China, who were led by 7ft 3in Zhang Ziyu, 94-61 in their Fiba Women’s Basketball World Cup…

  7. New Hampshire Union Leader

    Caitlin Clark's record-setting game fuels USA victory in FIBA World Cup (opens New Hampshire Union Leader)

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    New Hampshire Union Leader's feed description

    Caitlin Clark scored a team-high 14 points to help the United States beat China 94-61 in a FIBA Women’s World Cup game on Friday in Berlin.

  8. Fox News

    Caitlin Clark posts double-double as Team USA opens FIBA Women's World Cup with blowout win over China (opens Fox News)

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    Caitlin Clark posted a double-double with 14 points and 11 assists as Team USA crushed China 94-61 in their FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup opener.

  9. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Clark and Bueckers shine in World Cup debuts as the US women rout China 94-61 (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers made the most of their World Cup debuts to help the United States rout China in the opener of the tournament

  10. New York Post

    Caitlin Clark heralds new generation for Team USA with double-double in win over China (opens New York Post)

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    Clark announced herself on one of basketball’s biggest international stages with a 14-point, 11-assist double-double.

  11. The Daily Caller

    Caitlin Clark Stars In National Team Debut As US Obliterates China In Women’s World Cup Opener (opens The Daily Caller)

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    The Daily Caller's feed description

    A new golden era of Team USA begins now

  12. Newsweek

    Team USA’s Caitlin Clark Makes History in FIBA World Cup Debut (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark had a historic performance for Team USA in their first game at the FIBA World Cup.

  13. The Boston Globe

    Caitlin Clark helps US overcome tall order in win over China in women’s World Cup opener (opens The Boston Globe)

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    Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese weren't in the starting lineup, but played key roles in the victory.

  14. Times Republican

    Clark lifts US over Ziyu, China in World Cup opener (opens Times Republican)

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    BERLIN — Caitlin Clark had 14 points and 11 assists to help the United States beat China, which was led by 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu, 94-61 in its women’s basketball World Cup opener Friday. Rhyne Howard also scored 14 points and Jackie Young added 12 for the Americans, who have now won 31 consecutive Wor…

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