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Davao teen with autism qualifies for Oceanman Dubai after historic swim in Siargao

Oceanman Philippines: A platform of hope and empowerment for young achievers like Palmer.
April 28, 2025
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Palmer Taliño Taray, a 13-year-old from Davao City with Autism Spectrum Disorder, made history by finishing Oceanman Philippines and securing a spot in Oceanman Dubai 2025.

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Fernandez Grabs Fourth Gold in BIMP-EAGA Swimming Triumph

Quendy Fernandez, a 19-year-old from Philippines E, clinched her fourth gold in the swimming event of the BIMP-EAGA Friendship Games 2024 in Ramon V. Mitra Sports Complex at Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. [PSC photo]
December 4, 2024
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Quendy Fernandez shines in her hometown, clinching her fourth gold medal at the 11th BIMP-EAGA Friendship Games in Puerto Princesa.

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Christian Paulino Secures First Gold at PH National Para Games

Men's 400-meter freestyle S6-S7 gold medalist Christian Benedict Paulino [PSC photo release]
November 11, 2024
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Christian Benedict Paulino, representing Quezon City, claimed the first gold medal at the 8th Philippine National Para Games in Manila. He triumphed in the men’s 400m freestyle S6-S7, paving the way for other athletes in this inspiring event backed by the Philippine Sports Commission.

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Ernie Gawilan advances to Finals in Men’s 400m Freestyle S7 at Paris 2024 Paralympics

Ernie Gawilan during the 2023 Asian Para Games [PSC photo]
September 2, 2024
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Ernie Gawilan advances to the finals in the men’s 400-meter freestyle S7 at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. With a strategic performance in the heats and a personal best time, Gawilan is set to make a strong showing in the finals.

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Ernie Gawilan advances to Men’s 400m Freestyle S7 Final at Paris 2024 Paralympics

Ernie Gawilan at the 2024 Paris Paralympics [PSC photo]
September 2, 2024
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Filipino para swimmer Ernie Gawilan has qualified for the final of the men’s 400m freestyle S7 at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Gawilan, who finished first in his heat with a time of 5:00.13, aims to improve upon his previous Paralympic performance and compete for a medal in the final.

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Otom Targets Podium Finish in 2024 Paris Paralympics Women’s 50m Backstroke S5

Angel Mae Otom during the opening ceremony of the 17th Paralympic Games in Paris, France.
September 2, 2024
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Para swimmer Angel Mae Otom is set to compete in the 2024 Paris Paralympics, aiming to end the Philippines’ eight-year medal drought with a strong performance in the women’s 50m backstroke S5 event.

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Swimming: POC General Assembly confirms Philippine Aquatics Inc. as NSA

Philippine Olympic Committee president Rep. Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino (right) presents President Ferdinand R. Marcos a memorabilia from the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou during the “Gabi ng Parangal at Pasasalamat Para sa Bayaning Atletang Pilipino” at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum on Wednesday. The memorabilia consists of 40 gold coins with the images of the 40 sports disciplines played in the Asian Games. [PSC media pool]
October 29, 2023
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The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) General Assembly confirmed the recognition of the Philippine Aquatics Inc. (PAI) as the national sports association (NSA) for aquatic sports on Friday, October 27, at the East Ocean Palace Restaurant in Parañaque City.

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Asian Para Games 2023: Ernie Gawilan delivers first gold to PH

Ernie Gawilan of the Philippines [PSC Media pool photo]
October 25, 2023
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Veteran Filipino para swimmer Ernie Gawilan achieved the coveted golden breakthrough for Team Philippines on Tuesday night, October 24, to retain the men’s 400-meter freestyle S7 crown in runaway fashion at the Asian Para Games 2023 swimming championships.

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Asian Para Games 2023: Gawilan, Bejino deliver first medals for PH

Ernie Gawilan splashes his way to a bronze medal in the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games swimming meet Monday night at the HOC Aquatic Arena. [PSC Media pool]
October 24, 2023
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Philippine national para swimmers Ernie Gawilan and Gary Bejino produced a pair of third-place finishes on Monday, October 23, to hand the country its first medals at the start of the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games swimming championships at the Hangzhou Olympic Center Aquatic Arena.

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Asian Games 2023: PH tankers medal drought continues

Xiandi Chua competes for women's 200m backstroke finals and Kyla Sanchez competes for 100m Freestyle Finals during the 19th Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China. [PSC-POC photo]
September 27, 2023
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Xiandi Chua of the Philippines was the lone Filipino swimmer to advance into the evening finals of the swimming competitions at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

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