Finland overcome Greece in historic triumph; Turkey seal return to Division A

SKOPJE (North Macedonia) - Finland captured their first-ever title in FIBA competitions after overcoming Greece in Sunday's FIBA U18 Women's European Championship 2019, Division B Final.

Having led by 15 at half-time, Finland needed a strong fourth quarter to hold off their opponents and take the title behind 21 points, 16 rebounds and 3 blocks from MVP Awak Kuier.

Finland took control in the second quarter with a 19-5 period to open up a 35-20 cushion at the break. Back came Greece with a strong response after half-time, but their efforts came up short.

Meanwhile, Turkey secured a return to Division A after beating Sweden 65-57  to claim third place as they made up for missing out 12 months ago with fourth place in 2018.

Feride Akalan led the way with an 18-point haul with the trio of promoted teams replacing Serbia, Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina in Division A next summer.

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