Philippine men's curling team wins historic gold at Asian Winter Games

The Philippine men's curling team secured a historic victory at the Ninth Asian Winter Games on Friday morning, Feb. 14, winning the country's first-ever gold medal.

Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham 'Bambol' Tolentino expressed his joy and disbelief over this unprecedented achievement, stating it is a stepping stone towards future success in the Winter Olympics.

The men's curling team, consisting of Marc Pfister, Enrico Pfister, Alan Frei, Christian Haller, and Benjo Delarmente, defeated South Korea 5-3 in the championship match, marking not only the Philippines' first gold medal but also a significant milestone for Southeast Asian athletes.

Tolentino emphasized that this success serves as a clear path towards achieving the goal of winning a Winter Olympics medal, highlighting the potential for future success at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.

The Philippine team's strong performance in Harbin, including being the top-performing Southeast Asian delegation, underscores their readiness to compete and qualify medal contenders for upcoming competitions.