Sport · Tuesday, September 15, 2026
French basketball draws inspiration from American model for 2026
After their loss in the world final, the Bleues aim to capitalize on Franco-American talent exchange to triumph at the 2026 World Cup.
By Editorial team
France's women's basketball team lost in the World Cup final on Sunday to the United States (79-97), but they are not giving up. The French federation is now banking on the American model: developing its players in the United States and importing US expertise. This strategy of talent exchanges and knowledge transfer aims to close the gap against American dominance ahead of the 2026 World Cup.