Meralco Bolts superstar Chris Newsome has finally ended Meralco’s 14-year wait in spectacular fashion.
The long-time Bolt hit the championship-clinching shot with 1.4 seconds left, stunning the San Miguel Beermen in Game 6 of the 2024 PBA Philippine Cup Finals, 80-78, on Sunday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
With the game tied at 78-all, Newsome drained a tough fadeaway over Don Trollano’s outstretched arms.
San Miguel had one last chance, but June Mar Fajardo – who had earlier tied the game with a miracle triple – missed the final shot.
"This is a special moment because honestly, we didn’t really think we were going to get this far. We didn’t even think we were going to make it to the playoffs. But here we are," said Newsome, who was hailed Finals MVP after averaging 22.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in the series.
He also had 15 points, five rebounds, four assists, two steals, and a block in the title-clincher.
"So, if you continue to work hard, believe in what you’re doing, and trust the organization, good things will eventually happen," added Newsome.
This historic victory marks Meralco’s first-ever title in its 14-year PBA tenure.
"They needed to work hard to earn it not just in this game but also during the entire series," said Meralco head coach Luigi Trillo, now a two-time PBA champion head coach.
"I’m just proud of the way these guys battled through it. You know, it was one of those series where every game was very close and came down to the wire. But our guys deserve credit; they found a way to keep on staying on. They showed composure in the second half for us," continued the son of long-time Alaska executive Joaqui Trillo.
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