MPTC Tour of Luzon 2025 teams up with Cardinal Santos Medical Center for athlete safety

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The MPTC Tour of Luzon 2025 is set to make a grand return this April, and to ensure a safe and well-supported race, organizers have partnered with Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC).

The agreement, signed on Monday, solidifies CSMC’s role in providing top-tier medical assistance throughout the race. With eight grueling stages from Paoay, Ilocos Norte, to Camp John Hay, Baguio City, the need for comprehensive medical support is crucial.

Ensuring athlete health and safety

The memorandum of agreement was signed by CSMC President and CEO Raul C. Pagdanganan and DuckWorld PH Chairman John Patrick Gregorio at the Philippine Center for Advanced Surgery.

DUCKWORLD chairman John Patrick Gregorio (second from left) seal the partnership with Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC) president and CEO Raul C. Pagdanganan. With them are (from left) MPTC Tour of Luzon 2025 project director Dean Francis Diaz and CSMC Chief Medical Officer Dr. Antonio S. Say.

Pagdanganan emphasized the hospital’s commitment to keeping athletes in optimal condition for the race:

“This partnership enables us to apply our expertise that will not only help in responding to health and safety needs of the athletes and participants, but more so aid in the athletes’ optimal condition to compete.”

CSMC will offer on-site emergency care, first aid stations, transport services, and immediate response teams throughout the Tour.

MPTC backs athlete welfare

MPTC Chief Regulatory Officer Arrey Perez reaffirmed the MVP Group’s dedication to ensuring the safe execution of the event.

“This MOA with the Cardinal Santos Medical Center is a testament to the commitment of the MVP Group in seeing the MPTC Tour of Luzon 2025 properly conducted. The intensity of this race will push to the limit, and we want to make sure everyone is properly supported and cared for.”

With 105 riders from 15 participating teams, the eight-stage Tour promises an exciting test of endurance and strategy.

Race route and stage breakdown

Stage 1 (April 24) – Paoay, Ilocos Norte (180km, out-and-back course)
Stage 2 – Team time trial from Paoay to Vigan, Ilocos Sur (60km)
Stage 3 – Vigan to San Juan, La Union (135km)
Stage 4 – Agoo, La Union to Clark, Pampanga (150km)
Stage 5 – Clark to New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac, and back (120km)
Stage 6 – Clark to Lingayen, Pangasinan (150km)
Stage 7 – Individual time trial (30km)
Stage 8 (May 1) – Lingayen to Camp John Hay, Baguio City (178km, final stage)

The final stage will see the riders face the toughest challenge—a punishing 178-kilometer climb to Camp John Hay, where the 2025 Tour of Luzon champion will be crowned.

CSMC’s sports medicine expertise

CSMC was chosen as the medical partner of choice due to its renowned Sports Medicine Institute and MVP Clinic, which specialize in the treatment, prevention, and conditioning of athletes.

“We are dedicated to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for every participant, and our alliance with a trusted medical services partner enables us to respond swiftly and effectively to any health emergency,” said Gregorio.