PBA game halted by roof leak at Ninoy Aquino Stadium

A PBA Governors’ Cup game between Magnolia Hotshots and Meralco Bolts that was delayed due to a leak in the roof. –ROMMEL FUERTES

MANILA, Philippines— A roof leak at Ninoy Aquino Stadium forced the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup matchup between Magnolia and Meralco to be temporarily halted on Friday night.

Strong rains brought by the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) caused the leak over the hardwood, prompting venue staff and personnel to attend to the issue at the Manila sporting complex.

Play between Meralco and Magnolia in the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup has been suspended due to a leak inside Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Magnolia leads Meralco, 71-70, before the start of the fourth quarter #PBA50 | @jonasterradoINQ pic.twitter.com/3l7bhDGGoR

— INQUIRER Sports (@inquirersports) August 7, 2026

The game was officially paused at the end of the third quarter, with Magnolia leading Meralco, 71-70.

The rain intensified following the third-quarter buzzer, worsening the venue issues.

Prior to the stoppage, KJ Buffen led Magnolia in scoring with 22 points. Antonio Hester topscored for Meralco with 22 points.

The game resumed just before 10 pm.

Last July 28, heavy rains also affected a PBA doubleheader, causing flooding around Ninoy Aquino Stadium that stranded fans and players at the venue.