MANILA, Philippines – The Barangay Ginebra Gin Kings celebrated their historic championship in the 2016 PBA Governors' Cup in the best way possible – by honoring the faithful fans who stuck with them throughout a prolonged title drought.

Ginebra ended eight years of futility last Wednesday, when Justin Brownlee's buzzer-beating triple gave them a 91-88 win in Game 6 and wrapped up the best-of-seven Finals series against Meralco 4-2. Over 20,000 fans at the Araneta Coliseum celebrated, as well as millions more at home.

On Sunday, some 3,000 fans packed the San Juan Arena to see their favorite Ginebra players and cheer them on.

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The Gin Kings toasted the fans, some of whom lined up starting Saturday night just to make sure they will get a seat. The players took time to pose for selfies, sign autographs, and interact with the fans, who responded by showering them with love.

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