India, Sept. 13 -- Team USA survived their stiffest challenge of the tournament on Saturday, overcoming a resilient Spanish squad 76 to 66 in a pulsating FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup semifinal in Berlin. With Spain pushing the reigning champions to the limit behind an inspired young core, Caitlin Clark and a battle-tested American lineup stepped up in the fourth quarter to preserve their historic winning streak and book a blockbuster gold medal date with France.

Caitlin Clark Sparks Decisive Fourth Quarter Surge

Making her senior World Cup semifinal debut, Caitlin Clark delivered when the pressure was highest. The superstar guard chipped in with 12 vital points, orchestrating the offense with calm authority whenever Spain threatene...