In a heart-pounding showdown at the 19th Asian Games, the Philippines' national basketball team, Gilas, clinched a historic victory over arch-rivals China with a nail-biting score of 77-76.
This thrilling triumph has propelled Gilas into the gold medal game for the first time since 1990.
Justin Brownlee, the standout star of the match, delivered a performance for the ages, leading his team to this stunning upset.The entire nation watched with bated breath as Gilas and China engaged in a fierce back-and-forth battle throughout the game.
Both teams displayed remarkable determination and skill, making it a contest to remember.
The victory over China not only secures Gilas a spot in the gold medal game but also marks a significant milestone in Philippine basketball history.
The last time the Philippines reached the finals of the Asian Games was in 1990 when they lost the gold medal to China.