WNBA's Dorka Juhász Leads Hungary to First Win in 28 Years
Minnesota Lynx forward Dorka Juhász scored 19 points and grabbed 16 rebounds to help Hungary win its first FIBA Women's World Cup game since 1998. The 71-67 victory over Nigeria ended nearly three decades of waiting for Hungarian basketball fans.
After 28 years without a World Cup victory, Hungary finally had reason to celebrate, thanks to one player's stunning performance on the international stage.
Minnesota Lynx forward Dorka Juhász dominated against Nigeria on September 5, recording 19 points and 16 rebounds in a thrilling 71-67 win. The victory marked Hungary's first FIBA Women's World Cup triumph since 1998, when they defeated China in the quarter-finals.
The performance was especially remarkable considering Juhász averages just 3.8 points per game for Minnesota this season. But representing her home country brought out something special in the 25-year-old forward.
Juhász set the tone early, posting 13 points and 11 rebounds in the first half alone. She found an excellent partner in teammate Virag Takacs-Kiss, who added 17 points and 14 rebounds of her own.
Together, the duo set a World Cup record for most combined rebounds by two players in a single game with 30 total. Their dominance in the paint proved too much for eighth-ranked Nigeria to overcome.
Why This Inspires
Before the tournament began in Berlin, Juhász spoke about the weight of responsibility she felt representing 19th-ranked Hungary. She told reporters that everyone had been talking about the 28-year drought, and she knew it was time to step up.
Rather than crumbling under pressure, she turned that responsibility into fuel. "I know I do need to be a leader, and I need to show up in every single game the same way," she said.
Her words became action when it mattered most. The WNBA community took notice, with fans and the official NBA social media account celebrating her historic night.
One fan captured the moment perfectly, writing simply: "Hungary fans can finally celebrate." Another praised her unselfish play, noting how she moved the ball to set up teammates throughout the game.
Hungary faces South Korea next on September 7 in Berlin, and if Juhász continues playing with this level of intensity, Group B opponents should be worried.
More Images
Based on reporting by Google: world cup victory
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
Spread the positivity!
Share this good news with someone who needs it
