Philippines seeks to regain dragon boat championship at home
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines is eyeing to once again bag the overall championship in the International Canoe Federation Dragon Boat World Championship later this year, Philippine Canoe-Kayak and Dragon Boat Federation president Leonora Escollante said, with the country hosting the event. This year’s world championship will be held this year in Puerto Princesa, […]
IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu tossup among top pros
CEBU , Philippines – The IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu kicks off today at the Mactan Newtown in Cebu with a diverse field of over 1,400 participants, representing 55 countries and including 24 professional athletes in pursuit of glory. Encompassing a 1.9 km swim, 90km bike and 21k run, the premier endurance race has attracted Olympians, world-record holders […]
Alex Eala exits W125 Portugal tournament
Alex Eala bowed out of the WTA 125k Oeiras in Portugal after a close 3 set loss to a Russian foe in the round of 32. Eala’s opponent was originally Gabriela Lee of Romania, but was replaced by lucky loser, Russian Julia Avdeeva. Avdeeva ranked 208th in the world by the World Tennis Association. Eala […]