# Women's basketball Olympic qualifying tournament

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/womens-basketball-olympic-qualifying-tournament
> Updated: 2026-08-20T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 62. Developments: 2.

The Brazil women’s national basketball team advanced to the semifinals of the 2028 Olympic qualifying tournament in Guadalajara, Mexico, following a 58-53 victory over Argentina. This win, led by Bella Nascimento’s 23 points and three rebounds, secured Brazil’s position at the top of Group A with five points.

Brazil’s progression follows a series of matches including a win against New Zealand and an initial loss to South Sudan. Argentina finished the group stage in second place with four points. 

Brazil is scheduled to face the winner of the Group B matchup between Canada and Mexico in the semifinals. The tournament serves as a pathway to the Pre-Olympic tournament and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: Brazil women's basketball advances to Olympic qualifying semifinals

Brazil's women's basketball team defeated Argentina 58-53 to lead Group A and advance to the semifinals of the 2028 Olympic qualifying tournament in Mexico.

53 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-boxing-team-selected-for-2026-south-american-games

### 2026-08-13: Argentine women's basketball: San José signs players as regional semifinals begin

Unión Deportiva San José announces new signings for the 2026/27 women's national basketball season, while regional semifinals begin to determine national league qualifiers.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentine-womens-basketball-san-jos-signs-players-as-regional-semifinals-begin

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