Netizens react after China wins FIBA World Cup bid

Published Aug 7, 2015, 6:57:01 PM

China was announced as the 2019 FIBA World Cup host on Friday (August 7).

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines) — #PUSO2019 didn't come through.

China beat out Philippines to become the host of the 2019 World Cup, FIBA announced on Friday (August 7).

Both countries each gave their final presentations at a gathering in Japan, but it was China who ended up winning the bid.

Filipino hoop fans voiced their opinions on Twitter after China was named as the 2019 host of the 32-team basketball conclave.

Here are some of the reactions following the announcement:

#PUSO2019 #HEARTBREAK2015
— Isaiah Limchioco (@irelimchioco) August 7, 2015

"Almost" is indeed such a painful word. #PUSO2019
— Carmela Panta (@Chumzii09) August 7, 2015

I think FIBA wants assurances with those proposed infrastructures. Obviously, it is one of the factors why Philippines lost bid. #PUSO2019
— Shaina Ramos Aguilar (@shashaaaaai) August 7, 2015

economic progress will always be the hindrance for the philippines to host any prestigious events. this is so saddening ㅠㅠㅠ #PUSO2019
— nicky (@chanbaekbliss) August 7, 2015

We are disappointed with the result of our campaign but we gave the chinese a headache today. We're reaching something, a vision. #PUSO2019
— Keith Mariano (@keithmariano) August 7, 2015

The Philippines is ready to play and fight anywhere #FIBA2019 chooses to go. #PUSO2019. pic.twitter.com/ewNjNhS2bQ
— Tonyo Cruz (@tonyocruz) August 7, 2015

No one can take away the Filipino spirit and love for basketball! #PUSO2019
— Stephanie Rosas (@stefyrosas_) August 7, 2015

Served as lesson for our government. Lack of world-class facilities & transportation #PUSO2019
— ChristianDJ E. (@DJCoDoughnuts) August 7, 2015

China was announced as the 2019 FIBA World Cup host on Friday (August 7).

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