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Canada beats host Mexico at FIBA Olympic women’s basketball pre-qualifier

Guadalajara - Canada secured the top spot in the FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament group phase with a 70-64 victory over host nation Mexico on Thursday. Yvonne Ejim contributed 19 points while Syla Swords added 17 points to Canada's total. The Canadian team now boasts a perfect record of 3-0. Canada will face New Zealand in the semifinals on Saturday, while Mexico will take on Brazil.

The tournament's ultimate goal is to secure a spot in one of the FIBA Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournaments scheduled for February 2028.

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49ers OL pushing for starting job quickly ruled out with injury

One of the potential starters along the San Francisco 49ers' offensive line was hurt in their preseason game vs. the Los Angeles Chargers.

  • 49ers' Austen Pleasants suffers knee injury during game.
  • Pleasants ruled out of game following tackle in third quarter.
  • Team awaits further information from coach Kyle Shanahan.

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