Bilyonaryo Jack Ng’s Republic Biscuit (Rebisco) offered no apology to volleyball fans who reportedly received the cold shoulder from members of the Choco Mucho Flying Titans during their team vacation in Boracay.
Instead, the food manufacturer accused the uploader of a now viral video of cutting out footage which showed the volleyball players in a better light.
The video making the rounds on social media showed the Choco Mucho players completely ignoring the fans who wanted to say hi as they were boarding their shuttle bus from Boracay.
“Unfortunately, what is not included in the viral clip are other videos online showing the players acknowledging and talking to fans, and accommodating selfies and videos with them while trying to have their break,” Rebisco said in a statement Monday (December 5).
“The Team’s fans know how warm, respectful, appreciative, and accommodating the ladies are,” the company added, referring to the likes of Deanna Wong, Kath Tolentino, and Maddie Madayag.
Some netizens, including GMA Network host Kim Atienza, criticized the athletes over the supposed snub, saying it didn’t reflect well on the brand they’re representing.
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Rebisco, however, said it stands by its players amid the flak they’re getting over the video.
“While we acknowledge that our team could have handled that particular encounter in the video better, we denounce malicious posts that put our players, our team, and our company in a bad light. Posting these innuendoes only bring negativity to our volleyball community and put the wellbeing of our athletes at risk,” the company said. “We thank our fans who are supportive of the team and respectful of the players.”