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By Waylon Galvez Rio Olympics silver medalist Hidilyn Diaz and two other weightlifters take the spotlight in the 30th Southeast Asian Games Monday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Hidilyn Diaz of Philippines (MONEY SHARMA / AFP, File) Fresh from her training in Taiwan, Diaz said she’s prepared for the competition, an Olympic Qualifying Tournament toContinue reading “Olympian Hidilyn Diaz sets sight on first SEA Games gold medal”

By Rey Lachica Draw in the 0-2 goals division in polo competition will be held today at the Iñigo Zobel Polo Field with the Nationals looking to figure well in the four-nation tournament. The Philippine polo team, from left, Coco Garcia, Nicole Eusebio, Jam, Eusebio, Santi Juban, coach Anthony Garcia, Rep. Mikee Romero and AntonioContinue reading “SEA Games: Action shifts to Romero Field”

By Kristel Satumbaga Games Today (Philsports Arena) 1 p.m. – Singapore vs Thailand (M) 3 p.m. – Vietnam vs Indonesia (M) 6 p.m. – Philippines vs Cambodia (M) The Philippine men’s volleyball team begins its medal quest in the 30th Southeast Asian Games when competition fires off today at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.Continue reading “SEA Games: PH spikers debut against Cambodia at Philsports Arena”

By Jonas Terrado The Philippines opened defense of its men’s ice hockey gold in style with a 15-1 thumping of Malaysia Sunday in the 30th Southeast Asian Games at the SM Mall of Asia Arena Skating Rink. Members of the Philippine ice hockey team celebrate after Sunday’s 15-1 win over Malaysia to open their SEAContinue reading “SEA Games: PH dismantles Malaysia to begin defense of ice hockey gold”

By Betheena Unite It was a double silver finish for the Philippine skating team as nationals Allison Krystle Perticheto and Christopher Caluza settled on the second place in their respective free skating categories Sunday at the SM Megamall Skating Rink. Christopher Caluza places 2nd in Figure Skating during the SEA Games at SM Megamall IceContinue reading “SEA Games: PH picks up 2 silver medals in figure skating”

By Waylon Galvez The national team formalized its claim on the silver medal following a 14-11 win against Malaysia in water polo in the 30th Southeast Asian Games Sunday night at the New Clark City Aquatic Center in Tarlac. The Philippine men’s water polo team, bannering the country’s flag, celebrates after a draw match againstContinue reading “Water polo: PH team takes silver medal”

By Agence France-Presse Costume changes, last-minute makeup touches and air kisses — dancesport made a flamboyant entrance on Sunday as the Southeast Asian Games got off to a sparkling start in the Philippines. Partners glided over the stage in 90-second routines to the tune of Justin Bieber, The Beatles and Bruno Mars (AFP Photo/WAKIL KOHSAR)Continue reading “Glitz and glamour as dancesport waltzes into SEA Games”

LOOK: Top photos of Manila Bulletin in the 30th Southeast Asian Games for Nov. 30, 2019 Featuring: Rousing opening for 30th SEA Games LET THE GAMES BEGIN — Finale performance of the 30th SEA Games opening at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, November 30, 2019. (MB Photo / Rio Leonelle Deluvio / captured usingContinue reading “SEA Games: TOP PHOTOS for Nov. 30, 2019 (Opening Ceremony)”

By Nick Giongco CLARKFIELD, Pampanga— The Philippine team captured at least 10 gold, 3 silver, and 2 bronze medals for a total of 15 medals on the first day of the 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEAG) and took the top spot in medal tally followed by Vietnam with 2 golds, 6 silvers, and 2 bronzes.Continue reading “SEA Games: Wushu, triathlon, dancesport sparkle for Team PH”

By Waylon Galvez John Ceniza Fabuar missed out on a chance to win the gold medal in front of a cheering crowd, but his first Southeast Asian (SEA) Games stint still proved to be a memorable one. Fabuar captured the silver medal in the 55-kg men’s category, surpassing his personal goal of a bronze medalContinue reading “John Ceniza Fabuar wins silver medal in first SEA Games”