The Lithuanian women’s national basketball team secured their first victory of the World Championship in Vilnius with a 21:14 win against Belgium. The match featured an intense and physical contest from the outset. Lithuania established an early advantage, leading 4:3 within the first four minutes of play.
However, the contest remained competitive, as the Belgians were awarded two penalty shots following the accumulation of seven fouls. A standout performance came from Lithuanian debutant Rokas Jocys, who contributed significantly to the team’s scoring, accounting for four of the team’s eight points. In a subsequent match, the Lithuanian team demonstrated strong form, notably in a 3×3 basketball contest against the world champions.
The initial result saw Lithuania take a 10:7 lead, with Jocys contributing another long shot to extend the advantage to 12:7. Despite maintaining a five-point lead at one point, the final score against the opponents indicated a challenging outing. Overall, the victory over Belgium marks a significant milestone for the Lithuanian team at this World Championship.
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