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Hayashi Injury Ends Japan's World Cup Run | WNBA News
Japan’s Saki Hayashi suffered a devastating injury during a FIBA World Cup clash against Hungary, going down hard on her right arm and likely breaking a bone — forcing her to be carted off the court. The loss, 84-63, eliminated Japan from the tournament, while Hungary advances to face the United States. The arena fell silent as Hayashi received care, then erupted in applause as she was helped away — a moment that deeply affected her teammates. Coach Corey Gaines offered no update on the injury’s severity, adding to the heartbreak, especially since Hayashi had just shattered her own tournament…
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