Sweden defeated Czechia 87–76 in a World Cup qualifier at Hovet in Stockholm. The win keeps the basketball World Cup dream alive.
Blågult needed to win the match to keep the World Cup dream alive. The team started strong and took the lead early.
Debutant Bobi Klintman from Malmö contributed immediately. "It was completely insane. You almost got goosebumps", he said after the match.
Pelle Larsson and other players helped secure the 87–76 victory. The first period was described as top class.