The 2006 FIBA World Championship for Women took place in Brazil from September 12 to September 23, 2006. It was co-organised by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and Confederação Brasileira de Basketball, the Brazilian national federation.
Sixteen national teams competed for the championship. Australia came away with the gold medal by beating Russia 91-74.
Read more about 2006 FIBA World Championship For Women: Venues, Competing Nations, Squads, Referees, Preliminary Round, Eighth-final Round, Knockout Stage (São Paulo), Awards, Final Standings
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