Breanna Stewart's Incredible Block Secures Victory For Team USA

Connecticut's Katie Lou Samuelson, left, and Breanna Stewart, center, start a fast break in front of Mississippi State's Chinwe Okorie during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game i

An intense moment unfolded during the recent basketball game between Team USA and France, as Breanna Stewart made a remarkable play to block Marine Fauthoux's long-range shot, preventing France from tying the game. Despite protests from French fans claiming a foul, replays showed that Stewart cleanly blocked the shot without making contact with Fauthoux's hands.

Following Stewart's impressive block, Fauthoux expressed her frustration by smacking the basket in anger. Team USA quickly capitalized on the turnover, but A'ja Wilson missed the first of two free throws. However, she managed to sink the second free throw, extending Team USA's lead to 63-59 with only 17.4 seconds remaining in the game.

Marine Fauthoux expresses frustration by smacking the basket after the block.

Breanna Stewart's clean block prevents France from tying the game.

A'ja Wilson extends Team USA's lead with a successful free throw.

The tension in the arena was palpable as both teams fought fiercely in the closing moments of the game. Team USA's defensive prowess, exemplified by Stewart's crucial block, played a significant role in securing their narrow lead against a determined French team.

As the final seconds ticked away, Team USA's resilience and composure under pressure ultimately proved to be the deciding factor in securing their victory over France. The crowd erupted in cheers as the final buzzer sounded, marking another thrilling chapter in the ongoing rivalry between these two talented basketball teams.