France
Belgium, Australia and Japan among top contenders to topple U.S. gold dynasty
Canada, Australia also have tough teams
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French combo guard Leïla Lacan tops the list
Why Johannès is one of the Liberty’s most fascinating players
France, Netherlands and Spain, as well as the USA and Canada, will face off in qualifying rounds
Twelve teams will compete for a gold medal in Sydney
Plus: Robert Sarver, caught sowing, finally reaps
Plus: World Cup roster updates
