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NOVI SAD (FIBA U19 World Championship) - A devastating performance from Andrew Ogilvy helped Australia to an 81-70 win over Canada in Group C of the FIBA U19 World Championship.

The Sydney center ran the show, scoring 26 points on a perfect 11 from 11 shooting, hauling in 18 rebounds and handing out two assists, although Canada’s Devoe Joseph did his best to steal man-of-the-match honours.

Joseph scored a game-high 31 points, pulled down five rebounds and dished out two assists, but he practically had to do it by himself, with Jon House’s 12 points, four rebounds and two assists the only other significant contribution to a losing cause.

The Emus were in command for most of the game and led by as many as 17 points in the fourth quarter.

Canada tried to claw their way back and did close the gap to 75-68 after a jump shot from Boris Bakovic.

Daniel Jackson made a pair of free throws and Pat Mills followed with a lay-up as the Australians eased clear.

The Emus qualified for the Eight-Finals as unbeaten group winners.

"It was very satisfying to get the win and we're in a good position going forward," said Australia’s assistant coach Tim Mallon.

"Ogilvy was outstanding. He was an irresistible, dominant force in the paint and full credit should go to the players around him who were able to utilise his skills and talent.”

Canada are sweating on the outcome of the group’s final game, between Nigeria and Turkey later on Saturday, which will determine whether they will qualify with Australia or play in the classification round.

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