France best in the final - took Olympic gold

The two teams met in the group stage of the ladies' handball tournament.

Then the Russian team finished as the winner, they won 28-27.

But in the final, France was superior.

Cleopatre Darleux was a giant in the goal for France and saved ball on ball, ensuring that France could maintain the lead throughout the second half.

As you know, France reached the final after defeating Sweden in the semis.

Then they won 29-27.

Dancing, singing and incredibly happy French women got to celebrate the gold after 30-25 against the Russian team in the final.

The best scorers in France were Allison Pineau and Pauletta Foppa with seven goals each.

This also means that France takes double gold in handball after the men defeated Denmark in the men's final yesterday.