MANILA – The Philippines continues to gain recognition as a rising force in Asian cycling after successfully hosting the 45th Asian Track Championships and 14th Asian Para Track Championships at the Tagaytay City Track (CT) Velodrome in Cavite.
Asian Cycling Confederation (ACC) president Dató Amarjit Singh Gill commended the country’s efforts, highlighting its growing investment in top-tier sports infrastructure. He noted that the newly built 250-meter indoor velodrome meets international standards, positioning the Philippines as a key player in the region’s cycling development.
Gill, who also serves as vice president of the International Cycling Union, personally congratulated PhilCycling president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino during the ACC’s 33rd founding anniversary celebration in Tagaytay City, where he presented a plaque of appreciation.
Tolentino, who also heads the Philippine Olympic Committee, expressed pride in the country’s hosting performance, describing it as a milestone achievement made possible through strong support from stakeholders.
The Tagaytay velodrome, located beside a UCI-standard BMX track built for the 2019 Southeast Asian Games, underscores the country’s commitment to building world-class sporting venues.
In competition, China maintained dominance with a total of 17 gold medals, along with nine silvers and one bronze. Japan secured second place, followed by South Korea and Chinese Taipei.
Among the standout performers were China’s Sichen Huang, Zhengyu Pei, Haijiao Sun, and Liying Yuan, who each captured gold medals in their respective events. Other winners came from Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, South Korea, and Uzbekistan.
The Philippines also made its mark, with Patrick Gerard Lee earning a bronze medal in the men’s C5 scratch race of para cycling.
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