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.
Water Sports
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.
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.
Della Bags Silver in International Debut at Southeast Asia Open Water Championships
Anton Paulo Dominick Della opened the Southeast Asia Open Water Championships with an age-group silver in the men’s 10-kilometer race.
PSC, PAI Bring Regional Swim Glory to Boracay Shores
Boracay hosts the 4th SEA Open Water Championships from Aug. 21-23, welcoming eight nations in a boost for sports tourism.
How One River Town Could Change Philippine Rowing Forever
PSC launches a rowing training center in Cauayan City, with SEA Games legend Joe Rodriguez leading efforts to develop future national champions.
‘Let the World Discover Us’: Philippines Scores Major Coup as World Surf League Adds Siargao to Elite Calendar
Siargao’s iconic Cloud 9 has earned a historic promotion to the World Surf League Championship Tour, making the Philippines a first-time host of the world’s biggest professional surfing competition.
Philippine Dragon Boat Team Eyes Success in Hong Kong
The Philippine Dragon Boat Federation Elite team returns to Hong Kong for the 50th Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races, aiming to build on its recent medal-winning performances.
PH Rowers strike four medals in Asian Beach Sprint meet
Young Philippine rowers delivered a breakthrough performance at the Asian Rowing Beach Sprint Championships in Thailand, capturing three gold medals and one silver while showcasing the promise of the country’s grassroots sports program.
Dagupan becomes PSC regional training center for gymnastics, swimming
![Dagupan expands opportunities for future Filipino champions. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC00791-400x200.jpeg)
Dagupan City officially became Pangasinan’s Regional Training Center for gymnastics and swimming under a landmark Philippine Sports Commission partnership.