Yesterday in Foshan, Guangdong soared to victory over Sichuan in the women's basketball final at China's 15th National Games, edging out a 74-68 win to claim the gold medal. 🏀🔥
Both squads featured national team stars, but Guangdong came out firing early. Yang Shuyu set the tone with slick drives and nailed 22 points, fueling a fast start alongside Chen Mingling’s crafty layups.
Sichuan battled back in the second quarter, with Li Yuan finding Gao Song for a game-tying three that had the match locked at 28-28. The energy was high, and the scoreboard was a seesaw of momentum.
Guangdong answered with an 11-0 run, powered by Yang Shuyu’s sharpshooting and Chen’s fearless attacks at the rim, stretching the lead into double digits and keeping the home crowd buzzing like a night market in Chiang Mai.
In the final stretch, Guangdong’s defense held strong. Despite Sichuan’s late surge, an easy layup by Yang Shuyu sealed the deal. Home fans erupted as Guangdong stood atop the podium, soaking in a memorable victory.
This win not only highlights Guangdong’s depth and skill but also showcases the rising talent in women's basketball across China — ready to inspire fans from Colombo to Jakarta and beyond.
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Guangdong beats Sichuan 74-68 in women's basketball at National Games
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