It looks like somehow, someway China managed to get one over on the Philippines in the final presentations to become the official host of the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup, the FIBA Central Board announced Friday, August 7 in Tokyo, Japan. The score was 14-7 in favor of China.
China edged Philippines, which banked on the Filipinos’ passion for the sports and reach on social media in its bid for the hosting, with a presentation focusing on its strength in infrastructure, hosting experience, and resources. The Chinese have hosted several international tournaments including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, 2010 Asian Games and the 2014 Nanjing Youth Olympics.
They will also host the upcoming 2015 FIBA Asia Championships.
“China never, never lets you down,” said Chinese Basketball Association President Yu Zaiging in the 20-minute presentation
