PBA Player Gilbert Bulawan Dies

Gilbert Bulawan (11) tries to stop Alaska's Calvin Abueva in this file photo. PBA Images

Gilbert Bulawan of the Blackwater Elite has died after suffering a massive cardiac arrest during practice on Sunday. He was 29 years old.

Bulawan was rushed to Capitol Medical Center in Quezon City but was pronounced dead on arrival.

"We are saddened to hear of the passing of one of our beloved players and a member of our PBA family, Gilbert Bulawan. On behalf of the PBA, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to his family, and I would like to request everyone to pray for his eternal and peaceful rest," PBA commissioner Chito Narvasa said in a statement Sunday night.

Sad news today. Condolences to the family of Gilbert Bulawan. Rest in peace 🙏🙏🙏

— Jeffrei (@jeffreichan) July 3, 2016

Heart is heavy hearing the news of Gilbert Bulawan. Prayers go out to his family and loved ones. #RIP

— Gabe Norwood (@GNorwood5) July 3, 2016

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