Sam Catantan’s Asian Games Dream Ends, But Fire Still Burns
![Sam Catantan said her Asian Games campaign would help her assess her current form ahead of the upcoming Olympic qualifying season. [POC Media pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design815-400x200.png)
Sam Catantan’s Asian Games medal bid ended in the women’s foil quarterfinals, but the Filipino Olympian vowed to use the setback as motivation.
Philippine athletes
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.
Philippines ends Asian Youth Games campaign with Jiujitsu gold
![Isabella Butler delivers for the Philippines. [POC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Jiu-Jitsu-Isabella-Joseline-Butler-during-the-Girls-63kg-7-400x200.jpg)
Isabella Joseline Butler delivered a triumphant finish for the Philippines at the Asian Youth Games, claiming gold in the girls’ -63kg jiujitsu division.
Kaila Napolis claims silver in ju-jitsu at 2025 World Games, secures Philippines’ first medal
Kaila Napolis delivered the Philippines’ first medal at the 2025 World Games, earning silver in the women’s ju-jitsu -52kg finals in Chengdu, China.
Raph Trinidad reaches cable wakeboard finals at 2025 World Games amid tough day for PH bets
Raph Trinidad advanced to the men’s cable wakeboard finals at the 2025 World Games, giving the Philippines a medal hope after a challenging day for other athletes.
Philippine athletes gear up for 2025 Chengdu World Games with veterans and rising stars
![Agatha Wong and Raph Trinidad will carry the flag for PH at the World Games opening. [photo credit: Philippine Olympic Committee Facebook]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/515070045_1078101514486085_9168816915747887152_n-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines sends a powerhouse 47-strong delegation of elite athletes to the 2025 Chengdu World Games, featuring seasoned champs and young standouts.
Abraham Tolentino Pledges Unity and Excellence After Landslide POC Reelection
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Philippine Olympic Committee President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino promised to uphold the Olympic motto “Faster, Higher, Stronger—Together” as he celebrated his renewed mandate with sports leaders during a fellowship and Christmas party at Hotel Okura Manila.