AmeriCup 2025: Uruguay earn historic victory over the United States

Uruguay - USA 86-85

Uruguay earned a historic 86-85 victory over the United States in a thrilling FIBA AmeriCup 2025 clash, marking only their second-ever win against the Americans in tournament history. The game was a back-and-forth battle, with Uruguay taking a narrow 19-15 lead after the first quarter. The U.S. responded with a strong second quarter to lead 42-39 at halftime. Uruguay regained momentum in the third, outscoring the U.S. 25-18 to carry a four-point lead into the final quarter. In the closing moments, Mateo Bianchi and Santiago Vescovi (191-G-2001, college: Tennessee) delivered clutch baskets, sealing a dramatic one-point win. Uruguay’s composure in the final minute and timely shooting proved decisive, as they stunned a talented U.S. squad and took a major step forward in the tournament.
Santiago Vescovi top-scored for the winners with 24 points and Joaquin Rodriguez (194-F-1999) ended up with 23. Langston Galloway (188-G-1991, college: St.Joseph's) scored 25 for USA and Jahmi'us Ramsey (190-SG-2001, college: Texas Tech) netted 19.