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UP ramps up bid for Final Four bonus off FEU ousting
The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons boosted their bid for a twice-to-beat advantage in the UAAP men's basketball tournament by defeating the Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws, 81-64.
This victory, achieved on Saturday, November 11, also eliminated FEU from semifinal contention.
The UP Fighting Maroons now hold a 10-2 record, remaining in control of their fate for a top-two finish.
National University (NU) Bulldogs and La Salle Green Archers remain within striking distance with records of 9-2 and 8-3, respectively.
Only the top two teams at the end of the elimination round will secure the twice-to-beat advantage in the semifinals.
Reserve Aldous Torculas led UP with a personal-best of 13 points, supported by Francis Lopez with 12 points and Harold Alarcon with 11 points.
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The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons are close to securing a twice-to-beat advantage in the UAAP Season 86 Final 4 after defeating the Far Eastern University Tamaraws, 81-64.
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