ECSTASY AT LONG WAIT'S END

Fate couldn't have written a more electrifying moment of glory for the indefatigable Meralco Bolts.

- OLMIN LEYBA

A money shot in the dying seconds from a star who has endured long years of fruitless title bids to seal the deal.

A coveted milestone achieved at the expense of the gold standard of the PBA-the mighty San Miguel Beer.

On a historic Father's Day Game 6, the Bolts shed off the almost-but-not-quite, always-the bridesmaids reputation it's been carrying the last few seasons.

Better believe it, the underdog Bolts are now the toast of the PBA Philippine Cup.

"Feels like a dream but at the same time I put the work in for this so I know I deserve this. All the guys in that locker room deserve this as well. I see them work every single day and it’s nice to finally have that breakthrough championship for Meralco,” said Chris Newsome, wearing the net on his neck shortly after Meralco brought the SMB Death Squad to the gallows, 80-78, for a 4-2 series triumph