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Canada's Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team Maintains Undefeated Record at World Championships

Canada's women's wheelchair basketball team has achieved a record of 4-0 at the world championships held in Ottawa. The team won their latest game against Brazil, scoring 80 points to Brazil's 37. Earlier in the tournament, they defeated China with a score of 66-62.

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The Canadian women's wheelchair basketball team has solidified its strong performance at the World Championships taking place in Ottawa. With a win against China and another impressive victory over Brazil, the team has maintained an undefeated record of 4-0 in the preliminary rounds.

On Saturday, Canada faced China in a closely contested match, ultimately winning 66-62. The victory against China marked an important step in the tournament, showcasing Canada's competitive spirit and teamwork on the court. The following day, Canada faced Brazil and dominated the game, securing an 80-37 win. Arinn Young played a pivotal role in this victory, contributing significantly with 23 points, six rebounds, and nine assists.

This tournament is essential for the teams as they aim to establish themselves on the global stage in wheelchair basketball. The event is taking place at TD Place, a venue known for hosting significant sporting events. Canada's continued success in these preliminary rounds positions the team strongly for the subsequent phases of the championship.

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