Albo, De Guzman win Philippine Badminton Open singles titles

Jewel Angelo Albo defeated Clarence Villaflor, 21-13, 21-9, to win the men's singles title at the 2024 Philippine Badminton Open in Mandaluyong City.

Albo, a UP player and UAAP Season 85 Rookie of the Year, received PHP100,000 for his victory.

Defending champion Mikaela Joy De Guzman retained her women's singles title by defeating Ysabel Amora, 21-11, 14-21, 21-8, completing an undefeated run.

De Guzman, an incoming fourth-year Ateneo de Manila University student and 2023 APACS Kazakhstan International Series champion, earned PHP100,000.

She credited her coaches for helping her mentally and physically prepare for the tournament.

Albo had previously defeated top seed RJ Oba-ob in the semifinals, while De Guzman overcame No. 8 seed Karylle Rio in her semifinal match.

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