Gilas Pilipinas remains winless in the FIBA World Cup after losing to South Sudan Thursday night at the Araneta Coliseum. Most residents of the slum would struggle to afford even the cheapest tickets for a World Cup game at one of the official venues in Manila. - 'Hard work, not height' - The Tenement court has earned international fame over the years, with high-profile visits from NBA stars including LeBron James. That the Philippines did not make it to the second round of the World Cup was not surprising, with its national team ranked 40th in the world. "They love teams that fight to the very end, whatever the outcome."

Source: Manila Times September 01, 2023 15:31 UTC