As anticipation mounts for the 2024 IWBF Women's Repechage, the schedule for the tournament has been officially released, promising an array of thrilling matches.
The event, which will start on the 17 April 2024, will witness eight teams- Algeria, Australia, Germany, Canada, Thailand, Spain, France and hosts Japan - vying for victory and the four coveted spots at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The tournament will take place at a venue at Asue Arena Osaka, that have a deep history of hosting wheelchair basketball competitions.
The schedule for the tournament's first day sets the stage for intense competition, with four matches lined up:
Day 1 – 17.04.2024
- 10:00: Algeria vs. Australia
- 11:45: Opening Ceremony
- 12:45: Germany vs. Thailand
- 15:00: Japan vs. Canada
- 17:15: Spain vs. France
The action continues on Day 2, April 18, featuring another four compelling matchups:
Day 2 – 18.04.2024
- 10:30: Australia vs. Thailand
- 12:45: Spain vs. Canada
- 15:00: Algeria vs. Germany
- 17:15: France vs. Japan
Day 3, on April 19, promises to deliver even more excitement with four crucial clashes:
Day 3 – 19.04.2024
- 10:30: Thailand vs. Algeria
- 12:45: Canada vs. France
- 15:00: Australia vs. Germany
- 17:15: Japan vs. Spain
The schedule concludes on April 20 with the final day of competition, including the four decisive matches with the winner of each game claiming a spot in the Paralympic Games.
Day 4 – 20.04.2024
- 10:30: Final 1
- 13:00: Final 2
- 15:30 Final 3
- 18:00: Final 4
With the release of the schedule, fans, athletes, and officials alike are eagerly anticipating the commencement of the 2024 IWBF Women's Repechage. The Championship is free entry and no tickets are required.
Stay tuned for updates as the countdown to this exhilarating tournament begins.
