"FIBA said the 2030 women's tournament will be held Nov. 26-Dec. 8 in the Japanese capital of Tokyo. Japan's women also won silver at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020."
"French cities of Lyon, Lille and Paris will organize the Aug. 29-Sept. 14 men's tournament, with the final phase to be played in the capital."
"A great source of pride for our country, Macron wrote on X. Following the Paris Games, France confirms its ability to organize the greatest international sporting events."
FIBA awarded France the hosting rights for the 2031 men's World Cup, while Japan will host the 2030 Women's World Cup. The tournament will take place from August 29 to September 14, with the final phase in Paris. Victor Wembanyama, a key player for France, previously led the team to a silver medal at the Paris Olympics. French President Emmanuel Macron expressed pride in the decision, emphasizing France's capability to host major international sporting events.
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