# Zhang Ziyu performance at Women's Basketball World Cup > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/zhang-ziyu-performance-at-womens-basketball-world-cup > Updated: 2026-09-11T02:17:43.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2. Zhang Ziyu, a 19-year-old Chinese basketball player, has gained international attention during the Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin. Standing between 2.23 and 2.26 meters, she is recognized by FIBA as the tallest player to ever participate in an organizationally sanctioned women’s competition. During China’s opening match against the United States, Zhang recorded 13 points, six rebounds, and two blocks in approximately 18 minutes of play. Her performance drew remarks from WNBA star Caitlin Clark and US coach Kara Lawson regarding her size and difficulty to defend near the basket. In a subsequent match against Puerto Rico, Zhang scored 13 points in nine minutes of play. Chinese head coach Gong Luming has described Zhang as ‘a unique talent in a century.’ To assist her development in the modern, faster-paced game, the Chinese Federation has provided her with a specialized support team, including a physical trainer, kinesiologist, doctor, and nutritionist, with a focus on improving her mobility and running speed. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Zhang Ziyu draws attention at Women's Basketball World Cup 19-year-old Chinese basketball player Zhang Ziyu, standing 2.23 meters tall, is making headlines at the Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin as the tallest player in FIBA women's competition history. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zhang-ziyu-draws-attention-at-womens-basketball-world-cup ### 2026-09-05: Zhang Ziyu draws global attention at Women's Basketball World Cup Chinese basketball player Zhang Ziyu, standing over 2.23 meters tall, has emerged as a sensation at the Women's Basketball World Cup following her standout performance against the USA. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zhang-ziyu-emerges-as-standout-at-womens-basketball-world-cup --- Cite as: Zhang Ziyu performance at Women's Basketball World Cup. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/zhang-ziyu-performance-at-womens-basketball-world-cup