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Emlak Konut powered past Greek side Panathinaikos 91-68 in Athens on Wednesday, booking its place in the final round of the FIBA Women's EuroLeague qualifiers, where it will take on Spanish club Girona.
The Turkish side took control almost immediately and never gave Panathinaikos, coached by Selen Erdem, an opportunity to work its way back into the contest.
Emlak Konut set the tone with a dominant opening period, holding Panathinaikos to just three points while putting up 26 of its own.
The team's advantage continued to grow before halftime, with Emlak Konut heading into the break 58-21 ahead after keeping up its attacking momentum and defensive control.
Panathinaikos managed to close some of the gap after halftime, but Emlak Konut remained comfortably in front, carrying a 75-41 advantage into the final quarter before seeing out a 91-68 victory.
The result sends Emlak Konut through to the Women's EuroLeague qualifying final.
It will now face Spanish side Girona, with the winner moving on from the qualifying stage.
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