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Philippines at the 2025 Southeast Asian Games: What you need to know
Team Philippines is sending its largest delegation ever, consisting of around 1,600 people including athletes and coaches, to compete in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games hosted by Thailand.
The biennial event will officially open on December 9 and run until December 20 in Bangkok and the province of Chonburi.
Notable Filipino athletes participating include Olympic weightlifting champion Hidilyn Diaz, pole vaulter EJ Obiena, tennis player Alex Eala, and basketball player Thirdy Ravena.
The delegation features both seasoned champions and promising newcomers aiming for success in the regional competition.
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Philippine athletes competing in the 2025 Southeast Asian Games in Thailand will don outfits designed by Avel Bacudio, titled 'Laro ng Lahi', for the opening ceremony.
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The Philippine men's polo team began their campaign in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand with a victory over Indonesia, 5.5-3, in the 2-4 goals event.
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Tennis star Alex Eala and volleyball standout Bryan Bagunas will be the flag-bearers for the Philippines in the opening ceremony of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand on December 9.
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Gilas Pilipinas has finalized its 12-man lineup for the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand, featuring returning players Thirdy Ravena, Matthew Wright, Ray Parks, and Robert Bolick.
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The Philippine men's baseball team continued its title defense at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games with a 21-0 victory over Malaysia, following a 14-0 shutout of Indonesia and a 17-3 win against Singapore.
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