![The Philippine cycling team celebrates another podium finish in Thailand. [POC Media Pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/MTB-CCE-Mark-Valderama_-5-400x200.jpg)
Niel Valderama finally broke through at the Southeast Asian Games, claiming a bronze medal in the men’s cross-country eliminator on Thursday, Dec. 11, at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand.
BRAVE Combat Federation returns to Uzbekistan on Dec. 23 with BRAVE CF 103, featuring a high-stakes lightweight clash between Nozim Kalandarov and Rizwan Ali.
![Saptak Talwar sets a course record with eight-under 64 to lead the Saudi Open [Asian Tour photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/unnamed230-400x200.jpg)
India’s Saptak Talwar fired a bogey-free 64 to claim the first-round lead at the Saudi Open, while defending champion John Catlin and Jack Thompson are tied for second.
![Team Philippines fights back to clinch bronze in women’s tennis at SEA Games [POC Media Pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Shaira-Rivera-Womens-Team-Finals-Quarterfinals-1867-400x200.jpg)
Team Philippines overcame Vietnam, 2-1, in the women’s tennis team event at the 33rd SEA Games, guaranteeing a bronze medal and advancing to the semifinals in Nonthaburi.
![Ojay Fuentes finishes fourth in men’s canoe singles at SEA Games 2025, just missing the podium [Ojay Fuentes Facebook]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot_477-400x200.png)
Ojay Fuentes placed fourth in the men’s canoe singles at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, while the Philippines’ canoe doubles team finished last, highlighting the squad’s need for a new generation of athletes.
![Ange Kouame powers through the defense for Gilas 3x3. [FIBA.com file photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot_476-400x200.png)
Joseph Sedurifa sank the decisive two-pointer as Gilas Pilipinas 3×3 men edged Malaysia, 21-19, to secure a spot in the semifinals of the 33rd SEA Games in Bangkok.
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The Philippine women’s ice hockey team fell 13-0 to host Thailand in their SEA Games debut but remains confident of contending for a medal as they prepare for upcoming matches.
![Langbayan executes a decisive move to secure his podium finish in men’s -62kg jiu jitsu. [POC Media Pool photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/LANGBAYAN-GODWIN-2-400x200.jpg)
Godwin Langbayan earned a bronze medal in the men’s -62kg jiu jitsu fighting class, giving the Philippines its first jiu jitsu podium finish at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok.
![Abarrientos leads the bench scoring effort, providing a spark for the Gin Kings. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PBA-IMAGES1037-400x200.jpg)
Barangay Ginebra bounced back from a previous loss to defeat Blackwater, improving to 4-4 and putting itself in a solid position in the PBA Philippine Cup playoff race.
![With seasoned veterans and young talent, PH spikers are confident despite limited practice. [POC Media Pool photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/alas-pilipinas-in-seag-opening-ceremony-400x200.png)
The Philippine women’s volleyball team takes on powerhouse Thailand in Pool A of the 33rd SEA Games, aiming to set the tone for a podium run despite a short preparation period.