The Philippines displayed an impressive form as it bagged four medals in the 10th Marigold Jumbo Doubles Tournament 2023 last Monday at the Singapore Island Country Club in Singapore.
Christopher Buraga and Jonathan Reyes clinched the gold medal in the juniors category while David Pelino and Aysah Dalida settled for silver medal in the mixed category of this open event that attracted the best players in the world.
Buraga and Jemyca Aribardo also plucked a bronze medal in the mixed doubles while Robert Garcia and David Pelino took home a bronze in the open category to underscore the Filipinos’ finish of one gold, one silver and two bronze medals.
Philippine Squash Academy president Robert Bachmann said he is happy with the success of Kayod Pilipinas and hopes to carry the momentum until the end of the year.
“Of course, I’m very proud. I appreciate the hard work, dedication and talent. This victory is a result of years of training and commitment and is undoubtedly a significant accomplishment for the athletes involved,” said Bachmann, who is also the newly-elected president of the Southeast Asian Squash Federation.
“Building from success requires a combination of hard work, continuous improvement, goal setting, feedback, and self-care. By incorporating these elements, athletes can make the most of their achievements and set themselves up for future success as the year winds down and beyond.”
Kayod Pilipinas will compete in two Asian Junior Super Series events this year with the REDtone 15th KL Junior Open Squash Championships 2023 in Kuala Lumpur from 5 to 10 December and the Oncocare Singapore Junior Squash Open 2023 from 13 to 17 December in Singapore.
The men’s squad will be competing in the WSF Men’s World Team Championships 2023 in Tauranga, New Zealand from 11 to 17 December.
