The Philippine Dragon Boat Federation secures a silver medal at the 2025 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races, marking their third consecutive podium finish and showcasing the enduring spirit of Filipino athletes.
Padel Pilipinas celebrates a major victory as LA Cañizares and Tao Yee Tan clinch the Pro Mix Championship at the APPT Kuala Lumpur Open, showcasing Filipino excellence on the international padel stage.
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Team Philippines is making history at the Ninth Asian Winter Games in Harbin! With speed skater Peter Groseclose and curling athlete Kathleen Dubberstein leading the charge, the Filipino contingent is off to a strong start, aiming for a podium finish in multiple events. Can they bring home the country’s first-ever winter sports medal?
The Philippines is sending its largest contingent yet to the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China, with a 20-athlete team competing in six disciplines. The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) hopes this participation sets the stage for the country’s first-ever Winter Olympics medal in Milan-Cortina 2026.
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Elizabeth Bayla, a 56-year-old archer from Baguio City, clinched the gold medal in the women’s compound open division at the 8th Philippine National Para Games. Facing off against Paralympian Agustina Bantiloc, Bayla’s victory underscores her pursuit of a spot in the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.
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The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) earned high praise from lawmakers for the country’s record-breaking achievements in the Paris 2024 Olympics, where Filipino athletes secured two gold and two bronze medals. With a renewed budget, the PSC aims to enhance infrastructure and support future athletic endeavors.
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Discover how the Atletang Ayala program empowers 19 elite Filipino athletes, including Olympians and Paralympians, through training support and career development opportunities.
Basketball and surfing heads Al Panlilio and Dr. Jose Raul Canlas reaffirm their support for Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino’s leadership in the Philippine Olympic Committee as they commit to running on his ticket in the upcoming POC elections.
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Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham Tolentino assures that Filipino athletes have sufficient time to prepare for the 2025 Southeast Asian Games in Thailand. With over 580 events across 50 sports, the Philippines aims for a strong performance following Olympic success.