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Mika De Guzman cruises to opening win in badminton tilt
Reigning UAAP MVP Mika de Guzman began her Philippine Badminton Open title defense with a dominant 21-8, 21-7 win over La Salle's Mia Manguilimotan in 22 minutes.
Despite the pressure, De Guzman is committed to giving her 100 percent in every match and aims to have no regrets.
She will advance to face University of the Philippines' Anthea Gonzalez in the round of 16, who defeated Sarah Joy Barredo.
In a men's singles upset, Clarence Villaflor defeated the favored Mark Velasco in the round of 32.
Villaflor, a former national juniors champion, will next compete against the winner of the match between Carlo Remo and Zachary Chua.
In the men's doubles, national standouts Julius Villabrille and Solomon Padiz Jr. secured a significant win in the round of 64.
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