Philippines Aims for Medal Surge at Asian Athletics Championships
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The Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA) is gearing up for the Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, with high hopes of surpassing their previous performance. After the Philippine Athletics Championships in Capas, Tarlac, PATAFA expressed confidence in their athletes, targeting at least six medals from a delegation of up to 20 athletes. Notable athletes like EJ Obiena and Robyn Brown are expected to defend their titles, while others like Alyanna Nicolas are pushing to qualify.
Key Points
PATAFA is targeting a better performance at the upcoming Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea.
The association is optimistic about surpassing their previous two-gold medal achievement.
PATAFA expects to send between 15 to 20 athletes, with a goal of winning at least six medals.
Key athletes like EJ Obiena and Robyn Brown are set to defend their titles.
Alyanna Nicolas is close to qualifying for the championships after a strong performance in the women’s pole vault.
Other athletes such as Kristina Knott, Lauren Hoffman, and John Tolentino Cabang are also expected to represent the Philippines.
