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Carl Jammes Martin wins US debut
Super bantamweight prospect Carl Jammes Martin made a successful US debut following a unanimous decision nod over Francisco Portillo on Sunday (Philippine time) at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas. Martin, 26, was composed throughout the fight, utilizing his jab and footwork to keep his come-forward opponent at bay. In round 6, Martin landed a big left hand that sent Portillo crashing to the canvas. The Mexican managed to beat the count and make it to the final bell. All three judges saw the fight for Martin after eight rounds of action, improving his unbeaten record to 26-0 with 20 knockouts. The scorecards were 79-72, 78-73, and 78-73. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
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2 days ago
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EJ Obiena wins third straight gold in Asian Athletics Championships
Filipino Olympian and pole vaulter EJ Obiena proved he is still the king of Asian pole vault. Obiena on Saturday ruled the men's pole vault event of the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea as he cleared 5.77 meters in the jump-off against China's Huang Bokai. This is Obiena's third straight gold in the Asian tourney after ruling it in 2019 in Dubai and 2023 in Bangkok. The jump-off happened as both pole vaulters cleared 5.72 meters in just one attempt, skipped 5.77, then failed in all three attempts of the 5.82 mark. It was Obiena who cleared the 5.77-meter mark in the jump-off, handing Huang the silver medal. Thailand's Patsapong Amsamarng copped the bronze with 5.67 meters. Obiena's compatriot Hokett Delos Santos, meanwhile, placed 13th as he cleared 4.97 meters. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
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Agusan del Sur to host 2026 Palarong Pambansa
ILOCOS NORTE - With the tournament finding home in the north, the Palarong Pambansa is now heading south next as Agusan del Sur is set to host the 66th edition next year. Agusan del Sur governor Santiago Cane formally accepted the hosting duty on Saturday as Ilocos Norte successfully hosted the 65th edition in various towns and municipalities in the province. "We accept this responsibility with pride and a deep sense of purpose. Our commitment is very clear: to deliver a safe, inclusive, and memorable Palarong Pambansa," Cane said during the closing ceremony on Saturday at the Ilocos Norte Centennial Arena. "Furthermore, this is not just a victory for us in the local government but also a powerful source of inspiration to every young athlete in our province who aspires to achieve excellence through sports." Cane said Agusan del Sur has been ready to host student-athletes, coaches, and other delegates from all over the country next year, sharing they have upgraded the sports facilities and equipment. He added that the province has also strengthened its tourism in bid to promote sports. "For a long time, the province of Agusan del Sur has aspired to host one of the most prestigious sporting events in the country, the Palarong Pambansa," he added. "With this in mind, we are strengthening our sports and youth development services along with the upgrading of our facilities, equipment, and tourist sites to promote sports tourism in the province." Region 13, where Agusan del Sur is a part of, finished eighth in the recent Palarong Pambansa with 21 gold medals alongside 20 silver and 43 bronze as National Capital Region (NCR) topped anew with a 117-gold, 70-silver, and 50-bronze haul. READ | Palarong Pambansa medal tally —JKC, GMA Integrated News
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2 days ago
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Bemedalled swimmer Titus Sia dedicates Palaro success to brother in autism spectrum
ILOCOS NORTE - What began as a shared activity with his older brother turned into a passion for Titus Sia, who is now the most decorated male athlete in the 2025 Palarong Pambansa. The 12-year-old Sia shared he only started swimming when he was around four years old, joining his brother Chace in the latter's swimming lessons as a way to cope with the challenges of mild autism. Sia went on to compete in several tournaments every weekend, but would be forced to take a pause for more than two years due to the pandemic. Eventually, when the new normal began, his mother Hyacinth helped him join a swim club at Xavier School to continue his training. That marked the start of his competitive journey. "Kasi 'yung older brother ko special and 'yung mama ko decided to make him do swimming so that after each swim lesson he'll be less hyper. She let me joined it and I found joy and I kept swimming after that," Sia said after sweeping all of his seven events in this year's Palaro in Ilocos Norte. "Five or four (years old ako nag-start) but I stopped for three years because of pandemic. Only after the pandemic did I start doing competitive." Niño Sia, his father, admitted they had let Titus try other sports like basketball, but the latter opted to go with swimming and shared seeing him do it with his older brother is something special, hoping they inspire others too. "'Yung older brother niya ay under the spectrum of mild autism," Niño shared. "Kasi ang mga SPED or special they want water para ma-release 'yung excess energy nila so nu'ng bata siya (older brother) pinapa-swim namin and may personal coach na pumupunta. Eventually, dahil continuous 'yung trainng ng older brother niya, pina-swim na rin si Titus para kahit papaano ay may like skill." Knowing how his son started out, Niño was just speechless he performed at Palaro. The younger Sia broke three records to rule the 100m backstroke, 200m freestyle, and 400m events. He also emerged on top in 100m freestyle, 4x50m medley relay, 50m backstroke, and 4x50m freestyle relay. "Hindi rin namin ine-expect na magkakaganito siya, na mananalo sa mga big events katulad nitong Palaro. Coming from a bronze last year, then now na tatlong recods tapos seven out of seven 'yung gold. Speechless din ako," Niño added. "Si Titus, mabait naman siya. Never siya nag-complain, kumbaga gustong-gusto niya 'yung pressure." Titus is set to return to major action in October when he sees action in Batang Pinoy in General Santos City. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
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Marcos congratulates Gilas Youth for winning FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Saturday congratulated the Gilas Pilipinas Youth after ruling the FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers, defeating Indonesia in the finals, 70-40, in Pampanga. "Isang malaking saludo sa Gilas Pilipinas Youth," Marcos said in his message in X (formerly Twitter). (A big salute to the Gilas Pilipinas Youth!) "Congratulations on your dominant 6–0 run and the gold medal at the U-16 SEABA Qualifiers. Isang malinaw na patunay na ang galing at determinasyon ng kabataang Pilipino ay walang kapantay. Suportado namin kayo sa inyong susunod na laban sa FIBA Asia Cup," Marcos said. (It is a clear proof that the talent and determination of the Filipino youth is unmatched. We support you in your next match in the FIBA Asia Cup!) Isang malaking saludo sa Gilas Pilipinas Youth! ???????????? Congratulations on your dominant 6–0 run and the gold medal at the U-16 SEABA Qualifiers. Isang malinaw na patunay na ang galing at determinasyon ng kabataang Pilipino ay walang kapantay. Suportado namin kayo sa inyong susunod… — Bongbong Marcos (@bongbongmarcos) May 31, 2025 Gilas Pilipinas Youth had outscored Indonesia, 21-5, in the first period before taking a 41-20 lead by halftime. The team then logged its biggest lead, 59-25, with 1:31 left in the third period after the Philippines made a 6-0 run from consecutive baskets from Andwele Cabañero, Jeremiah Antolin, Jr., and Jhustin Hallare. Indonesia still couldn't find the answer in the final frame as the Philippines eventually completed a sweep of the tournament. Hallare led the U16 squad with 13 points, four rebounds, and two assists, while Carl Gabriel de los Reyes had 11 points, 13 boards, and four assists. Ethan Tan-Chi added nine points, while Evaraigne Cruz added seven points. Aside from winning the gold, the Philippines also secured its spot in the FIBA U16 Asia Cup which will be held in Mongolia this year. The Philippines will be joined by Indonesia and bronze medalist Malaysia in the Asian tourney. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
