Chased by Chinese vessels in the South China Sea, a tense maritime confrontation unfolded as a BBC filming crew joined the Philippines coast guard aboard the BRP Bagacay. As the Chinese ships closed in, the crews braced for impact, hastily deploying yellow foam barriers. With the looming threat of collision, the Filipino captain skillfully maneuvered to evade the aggressive Chinese maneuvers, inching closer to Scarborough Shoal. Despite their efforts, the Chinese blockade persisted, deploying water cannons that pounded against the vessels, causing damage and escalating tensions in the disputed waters.