Several senators captured the spotlight during Gilas Pilipinas’ 96-75 victory over China in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup on Saturday night, wearing identical and eye-catching shirts.
Senators Juan Miguel Zubiri, Pia Cayetano, Juan Edgardo Angara, Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, and former University of Santo Tomas Glowing Goldie Joel Villanueva were seen at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, enjoying the game while donning shirts bearing the words “WEST PH SEA.”
The five senators displayed immense passion throughout the game, with Dela Rosa even dancing for every successful Gilas shot. They celebrated as if the contested West Philippine Sea was on the line in the game, especially after the Philippine team emerged victorious.
Spotted: SBP Chairman Senator Sonny Angara, Senate President Migz Zubiri, Senators Joel Villanueva, Pia Cayetano, and Bato dela Rosa after a shot by Jordan Clarkson #GilasPilipinas #FIBAWorldCup2023 #FIBAWC
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— Alagang Angara (@SonnyAngaraNews) September 2, 2023
The senators at the Big Dome were among the most vocal advocates concerning the territorial dispute between the two Asian countries, and their choice to wear these shirts during a Gilas Pilipinas game signifies their support for the Philippines within the context of the West Philippine Sea territorial dispute.
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