The French national ‌3×3 basketball team,​ known as the Blues, saw ‍their promising run at the European Cup⁣ halted in the quarterfinal round, falling to Lithuania wiht a final score of 21-17.

The match lived up to expectations, delivering high intensity and a fast-paced game before a fervent Lithuanian crowd. Having demonstrated strength in the group stage with two decisive victories, the French team encountered a challenging opponent in Lithuania.

Despite a strong performance from the duo ‍of Suhard‍ and Rambaut, who combined for 10 points, the Blues struggled to contain Lithuania’s⁣ power and team cohesion. Lithuania established a lead that grew to as many as seven points (10-17 at the 8-minute mark), a‌ deficit the French team was unable to overcome.

This quarterfinal exit represents a disappointment for the Blues, who entered​ the tournament with high aspirations following their dominant‌ performance in the group​ stage.The result underscores the competitive nature of international 3×3 basketball and the challenges of sustained success at the⁤ highest level.

For complete results from the European Cup, visit: FIBA 3×3 ⁣European Cup Results