It was close until the very end, but the Americans eventually prevailed after a hard fought battle.

The French raced off to an early lead, before the USA led a comeback, that included two key plays by the excellent Chiney Ogwumike.

With a couple of minutes to play, the Americans had a slender lead two-point.

With two seconds to play, Sylvie Gruszczynski drew the foul – judged to be intentional – for one free-throw and possession of the ball.

Sylvie made the free-throw, but France were unable to release what would have been the game winner, in time.

In the game for third place, Australia overcame Ukraine 18-17.