![Team Philippines chef de mission Donaldo "Don" Caringal, PSC chairman Patrick "Pato" Gregorio and 7th ABG CEO Ramon "Tats" Suzara. [photo: POC Media pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CR3_7256-400x200.jpg)
Top Philippine sports officials expressed confidence in Cebu’s readiness to host the 2028 Asian Beach Games, citing strong infrastructure, culture, and early preparation efforts.
The Philippine Sports Hall of Fame will welcome its fifth batch of inductees on May 20 at Rizal Memorial Coliseum, honoring Filipino athletes and coaches who have achieved excellence in regional, continental, and global competitions.
![Manny Pacquiao hands over his fight trunks to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the Philippine Sports Museum. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DSC00352-400x200.jpg)
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao formally handed over select memorabilia to the Philippine Sports Museum, cementing his legacy and inspiring future Filipino athletes.
The Philippine Sports Commission and Hann Reserve are planning a PGA-certified academy to nurture young Filipino golfers and elevate grassroots talent to world-class standards.
Philippine Sports Hall of Fame nominations are officially open as the PSC launches its nationwide search for the fifth batch of Filipino sports legends before the March 15 deadline.
![A strong Filipino contingent tees off in the inaugural Philippine Golf Championship. [Asian Tour photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/unnamed247-400x200.jpg)
The Asian Tour returns to the Philippines to open its 2026 season, staging the first-ever Philippine Golf Championship at Wack Wack Golf & Country Club with a strong international field.
![Croatian star Donna Vekic emphasizes confidence, hard work, and enjoying the game for young players. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ADC07100-400x200.jpg)
Croatian star Donna Vekic believes the inaugural Philippine Women’s Open can boost tennis development in the country, following the path set by Alex Eala and inspiring young players nationwide.
![Big events, bigger impact — sports tourism goes national. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/617412469_1331455962350944_7548995238830720786_n-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines is ramping up its sports tourism push under Administrative Order No. 38, aiming to align with global benchmarks and unlock jobs, investment, and international exposure through major sporting events.
The Philippine Golf Championship opens the Asian Tour season at Wack Wack Golf & Country Club, featuring Miguel Tabuena and an elite international field, backed by the PSC and BingoPlus.
![Angel Otom clocks a record-setting 1:43.87 in the women’s 100m backstroke S4-S5 on Day 3 of the ASEAN Para Games. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/8c984316-27c7-4ed2-84ce-7fcd1137b9fa-400x200.jpg)
Angel Otom delivered the Philippines’ latest highlight at the 13th ASEAN Para Games after resetting the women’s 100m backstroke S4-S5 mark and capturing her third gold medal in Nakhon Ratchasima.