MANILA - Magnolia still went out to work on a Sunday night despite its playoff fate already sealed, dealing Alaska a 118-91 beating in a crucial PBA Governors' Cup meeting at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. The Hotshots stomped their dominance early on, opening a 37-18 lead at the end of the first quarter and never looking back, even upping its lead to as high as 31 points. Mike Harris issued a statement against his former team, scoring 38 points on 15-of-20 shooting, 10 rebounds, two steals, and one block for the now 9-1 Magnolia squad, which will enter the quarterfinals as the top seed with a twice-to-beat advantage. Ian Sangalang added 14 points on 6-for-9 field goals, six rebounds, and one steal in his return to action, while Jio Jalalon chipped in 12 markers, 11 dimes, two boards, and one steal. Jack Corpuz made 12 points too, going 5-for-6 from the field and making both his three-point shots, alongside two rebounds, one assist, one block, and one steal. RK Ilagan l
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FERNANDO SUAREZ – although known as the healing priest, he was also a huge supporter of Philippine tennis who sponsored tournaments across the country in different divisions and age-groups. Southeast Asian Games doubles gold medalist Francis Casey Alcantara and Jeson Patrombon – who both used to play tennis with the late priest – were among those who paid tribute to this proud son of Taal, Batangas. A tournament named after him, the PPS-PEEP Fr. Fernando Suarez Cup has been ongoing for three years at the time of his death. He was 52. Continue reading below ↓
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