MANILA, May 31 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday congratulated the Gilas Pilipinas Youth for clinching the gold medal at the FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers.

In an X post, Marcos said Gilas' victory proves that Filipino youths are talented.

"Isang malaking saludo sa Gilas Pilipinas Youth (A big salute to Gilas Pilipinas Youth)! Congratulations on your dominant 6-0 run and the gold medal at the U16 SEABA Qualifiers," he said.

"Isang malinaw na patunay na ang galing at determinasyon ng kabataang Pilipino ay walang kapantay (This is clear proof that the talent and determination of the Filipino youth are unmatched)."

Marcos assured Gilas of the country's continued support, as the team advanced to the next round.

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