Ricky Vargas expresses strong support for the reelection of Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino as president of the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC), highlighting Tolentino’s leadership and achievements for the organization and athletes, amidst the challenging political dynamics within the POC.
The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) election committee, led by Atty. Teodoro Alejandro Kalaw IV, is expected to decide soon on the protests filed by the camps of incumbent president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino and challenger Joaquin “Chito” Loyzaga. The committee is reviewing several disqualification petitions before the upcoming POC elections on November 29.
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: Al Panlilio aims to foster sustainability and harmony in the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) as he supports the re-election of President Bambol Tolentino. Learn about their vision for a thriving sports landscape in the Philippines.
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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POC President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino enhances the Philippines’ connections with the global sports community during the ANOC General Assembly in Portugal. Discover key highlights from this important event.
Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino unveils his “Working Team” for the Philippine Olympic Committee elections on November 29, highlighting achievements and goals for Philippine sports.
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Filipina fencer Maxine Esteban will be representing Ivory Coast’s orange, white and green in Paris but for the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC), she’ll always be a source of pride and honor for her native country.
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Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao won’t be showcasing his legendary ring savvy to the Paris Olympics primarily because the former eight-division world professional champion is overaged.
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Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino officially informed the body’s General Assembly of an impending World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) suspension on the country.
Philippine Olympic Committee President Rep. Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino thanked President Marcos Jr. for reiterating his full support to Filipino athletes and Philippine sports in general.