Athletes, personalities bid farewell to ABS-CBN Sports. “Just like in any sports, the game may be over but your legacy remains forever,” says UP star Ricci Rivero.
Athletes and other media personalities expressed their support for ABS-CBN after the media giant shut down its sports division on Thursday, June 16.
Former Ateneo Lady Eagle and host Gretchen Ho shared photos of the ABS-CBN S+A team, while volleyball stars Alyssa Valdez and Kat Bersola extended their love and thanks to the network’s sports arm. UAAP basketball players also rallied behind the embattled network. UP’s Ricci Rivero called the news ”heartbreaking” while NU’s Shaun Ildefonso appreciated the opportunities ABS-CBN Sports opened up for him.
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