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Sports · Basketball · published 2026-09-02 · via Bleacher Report

Passport Mishap Keeps Li Yueru from Representing China at World Cup

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Dallas Wings center Li Yueru will miss the FIBA Women's World Cup because her passport was lost in the mail and remains missing. She expressed disappointment on social media, noting the team explored all options. China will now lean on Han Xu and 19-year-old Zhang Ziyu, with their opener against the United States on Friday.

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Li Yueru's absence removes a proven international performer from China's roster. She was a key contributor at the 2022 World Cup, finishing second on the team in rebounds, and delivered a double-double average at the 2024 Olympics. Her WNBA experience with Dallas

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