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FIBA Official Draws Scrutiny Over a Decision Involving Caitlin Clark in Team USA’s Narrow Escape vs Italy

Team USA escaped by the skin of their teeth against Italy, but the Americans’ 55-52 win has given way to lengthy debates about seemingly inconsistent officiating. Now, following the game, one clip has placed Caitlin Clark at the center of the debate.

FIBA Official Draws Scrutiny Over a Decision Involving Caitlin Clark in Team USA’s Narrow Escape vs Italy

Deutschland: Basketball, FIBA Womens World Cup, USA vs. China am 04.09.2026 in Berlin Max-Schmeling-Halle: Caitlin Clark USA, 12 *** German Basketball, FIBA Womens World Cup, USA vs. China on September 4, 2026, in Berlin at the Max Schmeling Halle Caitlin Clark, USA, 12 Copyright: xSvenxHeidmannx ©IMAGO/STEINSIEK.CH

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It was published on September 7, 2026 and last updated on October 9, 2026. The time of the story is shown in your own time zone on the page.

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