Germany emerged victorious in a thrilling women's 3x3 basketball final, clinching the gold medal with a narrow 17-16 win over Spain. The game reached a dramatic conclusion as Gracia Alonso's last-second attempt rattled the rim, sealing Germany's triumph as time expired.
The pivotal moment came when Sonja Greinacher of Germany drained a crucial two-point shot, extending their lead to 17-15 with just 30 seconds remaining. Greinacher's heroics were not new to the match, as she had previously sunk a buzzer-beater in the semifinals to propel Germany into the championship game.
Spain fought valiantly to stay in the contest, with Juana Camilion converting an easy lay-up to reduce the deficit to one point. A traveling violation by Marie Reichert of Germany provided Spain with a final opportunity to snatch victory.
As the clock wound down, Alonso attempted a desperation shot that ultimately bounced off the rim, securing Germany's historic gold medal in the sport. This triumph marks Germany's second-ever gold medal in women's 3x3 basketball, solidifying their dominance in the discipline.
