Gilas Pilipinas players carry their head coach Tim Cone following their win over Jordan in the men’s basketball gold medal match at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, Friday, Oct. 6, 2023. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday congratulated Gilas Pilipinas for bringing home gold from the Asian Games.
Gilas Pilipinas won the match against Jordan, ending a more than half a century drought for the Philippines.
“I know every Filipino is proud to be called one today. Congratulations, Gilas Pilipinas, on this incredible feat!” Marcos said in a Twitter post.
“Your hard work continues to elevate Filipino athleticism and sportsmanship to the global arena.”
Marcos also congratulated Annie Ramirez for winning gold in jiu-jitsu.
“Congratulations to Ms. Annie Ramirez for securing the Philippines’ 3rd gold with an impressive victory in the -57kg women’s Jiu-jitsu at the 19th Asian Games. Your dedication and triumph exemplify the Filipino spirit of excellence,” said Marcos in a separate post.