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Hopes high, expectations low for Germany as it prepares to host Women’s Basketball World Cup
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Ciarán Fahey, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· September 1, 2026
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Key points The German team previously hosted the tournament in 1998 and reached the second group stage. Germany is preparing to host the Women’s Basketball World Cup, with the team making its second World Cup appearance.
Germany is preparing to host the Women’s Basketball World Cup, with the team making its second World Cup appearance. Despite injuries and three straight losses in warmups, hopes remain high for the host team. A well-known German saying, “hope is the last to die,” reflects the team's optimism.
The absence of star player Satou Sabally due to a concussion is a significant blow, and her sister Nyara is also injured. Further details about the team's preparations and expectations are available. The German team previously hosted the tournament in 1998 and reached the second group stage.
This time, they are aiming for a medal, although the road ahead will be challenging without their key players.
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Category: News Published: September 1, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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