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Chinese Taipei defeated Gilas Pilipinas in the opening match of the 2025 Fiba Asia Cup on the Philippines’ home ground in Manila.
Coach Gianluca Tucci expressed optimism about the win’s impact on their performance in the continental tournament and its future implications for their basketball program.
Chinese Taipei maintained an early lead, establishing a 17-point advantage that set the tone for the rest of the game.
Tucci emphasized the importance of holding onto the lead against the Philippines, acknowledging the experience of the Gilas team in the competition.
The win is considered a significant achievement for Taipei in their 2025 Fiba Asia Cup campaign.
