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China’s Zhang Ziyu Makes World Cup Debut Amid Height Commentary
Seven-foot-three Chinese center Zhang Ziyu appears on the court for her first FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup match. Her physical presence has sparked widespread online discussion and media commentary following a recent viral incident involving American player Angel Reese.
4 Sept, 18:15 — 5 Sept, 05:29
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China's 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu looms over opponents on debut at Women’s Basketball World Cup - apnews.com
China's 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu looms over opponents on debut at Women’s Basketball World Cup apnews.com
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“Lot of Work That She Needs To Do”: Ex-College Basketball Player Offers Blunt Assessment on 7′3″ Chinese Star After Angel Reese’s Viral Moment at FIBA World Cup
In their first match of the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, the Americans secured a 94-61 win against China. But if there was one thing that caught everyone’s attention from the game, it was the 7-foot-3 Chinese center Zhang Ziyu, who made life difficult for almost every player on the USA roster.
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First report: AP · 4 Sept, 18:15|Full coverage: 2 · 11h|Window: 11h
