### [2026-10-31](/feed/2026/10/31/index.md)

##### 2026 WNBA Finals
# In women's basketball, the Golden State Valkyries defeat the Atlanta Dream in game seven to win their first WNBA championship. Gabby Williams is named MVP. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP](https://www.afp.com/en/valkyries-defeat-dream-capture-first-wnba-crown)

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