Great Britain's men's wheelchair basketball team secured a bronze medal at the World Championships after defeating Germany 67-56 in the third-place play-off. The match took place in Ottawa, where Britain initially gave up an early lead but responded strongly by scoring twice within a minute, which helped them regain control. Gregg Warburton was the standout player, scoring 20 points to lead his team. This bronze medal marks the third consecutive World Championships in which Britain's men have won a medal, following gold in 2018 and silver in 2022. In contrast, Great Britain's women's wheelchair basketball team fell short of a medal, losing 63-50 to the Netherlands in their third-place match. The game was closely contested, with Britain, led by captain Sophie Carrigill, managing to tie the score at 44-44 heading into the final quarter. However, the Netherlands, who have previously won gold in 2018 and 2022, increased their efforts in the final quarter, outscoring Britain 19-6 and securing the bronze. Wheelchair basketball is a Paralympic sport where athletes compete in a team format, similar to traditional basketball, but with rules adapted for players who use wheelchairs. The sport requires a combination of physical strength, strategic play, and teamwork, and it has grown significantly in popularity over the years. For the British women's team, finishing in fourth place is a significant improvement from their ninth-place finish at the 2022 World Championships. While they did not secure a medal this time, their performance highlights the progress being made in the sport within the UK. Both the men's and women's teams have shown resilience and skill, contributing to the continued growth of wheelchair basketball on the international stage.