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MMA fighters carry fight for Team Philippines
Filipino athletes John Brix Ramiscal, Tyron Jamborillo, and Travis Ratcliff have advanced to the finals in their respective martial arts events at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, vying for gold medals.
Ramiscal and Jamborillo secured a spot in the boys' Muay finals with the highest score in the duo category, guaranteeing them at least a bronze medal.
Travis Ratcliff reached the finals of the boys' 60kg traditional MMA competition without a fight after his opponent failed to make weight, and he will compete for gold on Sunday.
Ratcliff's sister, Charlie, was also competing for a finals berth in the girls' 45kg modern MMA.
Another Filipino, Alexander Tagure Jr., earned a bronze medal in his event, contributing to the Philippines' overall medal count.
The Philippines has secured one gold, one silver, and three bronze medals in the ongoing 12-day, 45-nation meet.
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Charlie Ratcliff, 16, secured the Philippines' second gold medal at the Asian Youth Games with a first-round submission via neck crank in the girls' 45kg modern MMA final.
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The Philippines secured three more gold medals in Muay at the 3rd Asian Youth Games on Sunday, bringing the country's total gold tally to six.
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Filipina taekwondo jin Kristen Ambriel Aguila secured a silver medal in the girls' individual recognized poomsae at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Manama, Bahrain.
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