Boracay Swim Meet Becomes Blueprint for PH Sports Tourism
Boracay’s successful Southeast Asia Open Water Swimming Championships has strengthened the Philippines’ case to host larger international competitions.
Author: Staff Writer
Infantino’s Clock Is Ticking as Africa Lines Up Motsepe
South Africa’s sports minister has backed CAF president Patrice Motsepe to succeed Gianni Infantino as FIFA president in 2027.
British Chamber’s Golf Classic Fuels British-Filipino Business Bonds
The GREAT British Golf Tournament brought more than 100 golfers together as the British Chamber of Commerce Philippines strengthened business ties.
Pua, Inocentes Lead Benilde’s Statement Win Over Letran
![Arianna Pua's 19-point performance helped Benilde overcome Letran in the V-League Collegiate Challenge. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design550-400x200.png)
College of Saint Benilde beat Letran in four sets as Arianna Pua led the Lady Blazers to their first V-League win of the season.
Aseo Leads Adamson’s Statement Sweep Over UE
![Joy Aseo led Adamson University with 17 points in the Lady Falcons' sweep of UE in the V-League Collegiate Challenge. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design549-400x200.png)
Adamson University swept UE behind Joy Aseo’s 17 points to improve to 2-0 in the V-League Collegiate Challenge.
Talosig Turns Low Expectations Into Stunning Boracay Bronze
![Jie Angela Mikaela Talosig won bronze in the women's 20-and-above division at the Southeast Asia Open Water Championships. [PAI/Pet Salvador photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design548-400x200.png)
La Salle swimmer Jie Angela Mikaela Talosig won bronze in her first international open water meet at the Southeast Asia Open Water Championships.
Ousseini’s Two-Way Gem Powers La Salle’s First Victory
![Issa Ousseini led La Salle with 23 points as the Green Spikers defeated Mapua in the V-League Collegiate Challenge. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design547-400x200.png)
La Salle defeated Mapua in four sets as Issa Ousseini led the Green Spikers to their first victory under their new coaching staff.
Blazers Weather Arellano Storm, Claim V-League Pole Position
![Reymark Betco led Benilde with 27 points in the Blazers' five-set victory over Arellano University. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design546-400x200.png)
Benilde survived Arellano in five sets to complete a perfect weekend and claim the solo lead in the 2026 V-League Collegiate Challenge.
PH Taekwondo’s Next Chapter: New Center, New Champions
The Philippine Taekwondo Association marked its 50th anniversary as the new National Taekwondo Center rises at Rizal Memorial Sports Complex.
Vietnam Dominates as PH Tankers Struggle in Open Water Debut
![Bella Aaliya Pano (left) emerges first in the 3K festival event in the girls 16-17-year-old event of the 4th Southeast Asia Open Water Championships yesterday in Malay, Aklan. [PAI/Pet Salvador]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design544-400x200.png)
Vietnam swept the mixed relay golds at the Southeast Asia Open Water Championships as the Philippines finished fourth in both divisions.