PH Marathoner Salaño’s Sick, Grueling Fight to the Finish
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Richard Salaño battled a prolonged flu, fever and in-race vomiting to finish 14th in the 2026 Asian Games men’s marathon.
Richard Salaño
Salaño, Hallasgo Crowned Champions in National MILO Marathon Finale
Christine Hallasgo and Richard Salaño claimed victories in the National MILO Marathon’s final leg in Cagayan de Oro, earning spots in the 2025 Sydney Marathon.