French basketball star Sylvain Francisco scores 30 points or higher in major tournament, now among distinguished players in the sport of basketball in France
France's Sylvain Francisco Equals Historic Free Throw Record in Euro Victory
In a thrilling match played during the group stage of an international competition, Sylvain Francisco of the French national team, commonly known as the Blues, scored an impressive 32 points to secure a victory against Slovenia.
Francisco's performance was decisive, as he also equaled a long-standing record in the process. With his 12/12 at the free throw line, he matched the record for successful free throws by a French player at the Euro, previously held solely by Tony Parker.
This achievement places Francisco among an elite group of eleven players who have reached or surpassed 30 points in a final match of an international competition for France. Notable members of this list include Tony Parker (5 times), Hervé Dubuisson (3), Jacques Cachemier (1), Richard Dacoury (1), Jacques Perrier (1), Stéphane Ostroswski (1), Nicolas Batum (1), Evan Fournier (1), Jean-Claude Bonato (1), and Yann Bonato (1).
Sylvain Francisco's 32 points is the 5th highest total for a French player at the Euro, making his performance all the more impressive. This historic achievement occurred on Saturday.
Meanwhile, Olivier Giroud continues to hold the record for the most goals scored for the French national team, with 57 goals. He has participated notably in multiple competitions, including the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship.
It is worth noting that the list includes players who have reached or surpassed 30 points in a final match of an Euro, World Cup, or Olympic Games for France. The list currently has a total of twelve members, with Sylvain Francisco being the latest addition.
As the Blues continue their journey in the competition, the spotlight will undoubtedly be on Sylvain Francisco, whose impressive form and historic achievements continue to captivate fans and pundits alike.
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