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The Philippine U22 squad is through to the SEA Games semifinals for the first time since 1991 and now aims to end the drought with a long-awaited medal run.
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Alex Eala’s return to the Southeast Asian Games injects momentum into Team Philippines as the tennis competition opens on Wednesday, Dec. 10, in Bangkok.
The Philippines sends its largest-ever delegation to the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games, hoping to surpass its previous medal haul in Dubai.
BRAVE Combat Federation returns to Uzbekistan with BRAVE CF 103, featuring hometown star Nozim Kalandarov against unbeaten Rizwan Ali in a thrilling lightweight showdown.
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Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham Tolentino says the entire athletics delegation, including pole vaulter EJ Obiena, will miss the SEA Games opening parade due to tightened royal security in Bangkok.
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POC President Abraham Tolentino will not join the parade at the Southeast Asian Games opening ceremonies, saying the night should spotlight the athletes of Team Philippines.
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Para table tennis standout Lhey Marie Manginsay will lead Team Philippines as flag bearer in the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games in Dubai, representing the hopes of Filipino para athletes.
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PSC chairman Patrick Gregorio believes Team Philippines can climb into the top four of the Southeast Asian Games medal tally as the delegation prepares for the opening ceremony in Bangkok.
POC president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino expresses confidence that Gilas Pilipinas can retain its Southeast Asian Games title despite the absence of naturalized players, starting their campaign against Malaysia and Vietnam.
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The Philippines men’s handball team showed resilience in a 25-27 loss to Vietnam in its SEA Games opener, raising hopes for a medal as the squad prepares for upcoming Group A matches.