By Canadian Press

Canada falls to Spain 68-48 in final Olympic women’s basketball tune-up

Jul 24, 2024 | 3:42 PM

SEGOVIA — Megan Gustafson had 17 points and nine rebounds as Spain thumped Canada 68-48 in the countries’ final tune-up ahead of the Paris Olympics.

Queralt Casas added 20 points for the fourth-ranked Spaniards, who open the women’s tournament at the Games on Sunday against No. 2 China.

Kayla Alexander led the way for Canada with 10 points. Aaliyah Edwards chipped in with eight points and 14 rebounds.

The fifth-ranked Canadians play hosts France — No. 7 in the world — on Monday in Lille.

Canada, which was coming off Tuesday’s 77-74 victory over No. 3 Australia, shot just 34 per cent from the floor. Spain shot 46 per cent.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 24, 2024.

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