Defending champions Philippines are out of 2026 Asian Games after blowout loss to China
Dubai: Philippines are out of the 2026 Asian Games after a disappointing loss against China. They suffered a 105-61 blowout defeat at Aichi International Arena, Japan. Gilas Pilipinas had the chance of reaching the quarterfinals as it could only afford a loss of 37 points. However, their 44-point deficit loss ended all hopes of defending their gold medal as the Philippines now head home after a…
Dubai: The Philippines have been eliminated from the 2026 Asian Games following a decisive defeat to China, finishing the tournament with a -17-point difference. Gilas Pilipinas, the defending champions and one of the most decorated basketball nations at the games with five gold medals, suffered a 105-61 loss at Aichi International Arena, Japan.
Despite having the chance to reach the quarterfinals and afford only a 37-point loss, they fell short by 44 points. The Philippines' only win during the tournament was against Kazakhstan; they struggled defensively against China's size, ultimately succumbing to a comfortable Chinese victory. Although the opening ceremony is set for September 19, the basketball and football competitions have already begun in Aichi-Nagoya, and the Philippines have already left the tournament.
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