By Zane Miller
On Tuesday, September 26th, 2000, the United States defeated Japan 2-1 in eight innings to win the second gold medal in Olympic baseball history. It was the second gold medal for the United States in Olympic softball. Japan earned the silver medal, as Australia took bronze after losing to the United States 1-0. The tournament was held in Australia, with Sydney as the host city.
2000 Final Standings
1. United States (4-3, .571) (Gold)
2. Japan (7-0, 1.000) (Silver)
3. Australia (6-1, .857) (Bronze)
4. China (5-2, .714)
5. Italy (2-5, .286)
6. New Zealand (2-5, .286)
7. Cuba (1-6, .143)
8. Canada (1-6, .143)
Game Results
Medalists final game starting lineups
Link to stats database: https://digital.la84.org/digital/collection/p17103coll8/id/52368/rec/10
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