Russian women win EuroBasket 2007
Russian basketball enjoyed its second major victory in under a month as its women`s team emerged victorious at EuroBasket 2007 in Italy.
Sunday`s match saw a repeat of September`s EuroBasket men`s final between Russia and Spain, with Russia again gaining the upper hand, winning 74:68.
Russian women can now add the 2007 title to their 2003 victory in Greece. Six members of the present team also played a part in that triumph.
The victory gave Russia a place in next summer`s Olympics in Beijing.
Ilona Korstin was Russia`s top scorer in the final with 18 points.
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