“Filipino kickboxers are world-class. They are highly skilled, well disciplined, and possess a fighting heart,” said Senate Majority Leader and Samahang Kickboxing ng Pilipinas President Francis ‘Tol’ Tolentino in congratulating Team Philippines for logging an impressive performance at the 1st Thailand Kickboxing World Cup 2025.
MANILA, Philippines – Senate Majority Leader Francis ‘TOL’ Tolentino on Saturday hailed the impressive performance of Team Philippines at the recently concluded 1st Thailand Kickboxing World Cup 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Also the President of the Samahang Kickboxing ng Pilipinas (SKP), Tolentino said the team’s 22-medal haul shows the constant improvement of Filipino kickboxers and their ability to excel in the world stage.
“Filipino kickboxers are world-class. They are highly skilled, well disciplined, and possess a fighting heart. I congratulate our athletes for proudly raising our flag at the World Kickboxing Cup,” said Tolentino, who is also an active supporter of other Filipino athletes.
“Our kickboxers, with the help of their coaches and managers, are committed to continue to improve their craft and bring honor to our country in international competitions,” he added.
“Ang paglalaro ng kickboxing ay hindi gawang biro; ito po ay isang combat sport. Nawa’y patuloy nating ipagdasal at suportahan ang ating kickboxers – at lahat ng atletang Pilipino!” Tolentino appealed.
The Philippine team’s medal haul consisted of eight gold, four silver, and ten bronze medals from the form and combat categories.
Among those who logged notable performances in the form categories were Jovan Medallo, who captured four golds, and Janah Jade Lavador, who took two gold and two bronze medals.
In the combat events, Whinny Bayawon and Jethro Saba led the charge, winning gold in the 57-kg Light Contact and 63-kg Kick Light categories, respectively.
Among the women fighters, Paris Olympic boxer Hergie Bacyadan affirmed her stature in her first sport by capturing silver in the women’s K1-70 kg division.
The 1st Thailand Kickboxing World Cup 2025 gathered 630 athletes from 30 countries, and was officially sanctioned by the World Association of Kickboxing Associations.
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