Pedaling Towards Excellence 21 Filipino Cyclists Set to Conquer Asian Road Championships in Thailand This title effectively captures the essence of the blog post, which highlights the Team Philippines' participation in the 44th Asian Road Cycling Championships and 31st Asian Junior Road Cycling Championships in Phitsanulok, Thailand.

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Pedaling Towards Excellence 21 Filipino Cyclists Set to Conquer Asian Road Championships in Thailand

Get ready to gear up! This blog post takes you on a thrilling ride with Team Philippines as they participate in the 44th Asian Road Cycling Championships and 31st Asian Junior Road Cycling Championships in Phitsanulok, Thailand.

The Team is Raring to Go!

Led by experienced riders like Ronald Oranza, a double bronze medalist at the 2023 Southeast Asian Games, and Jermyn Prado, a gold medalist from the 2019 SEA Games, this team is packed with talent. The junior riders, including Kent Steven Zambrano, Roy Benedict Plastina, Mary Gwennielle Francisco, Jazmine Kaye Vinoya, and their counterparts, are all set to make their mark in the prestigious championships.

A Look at the Riders

But who are these athletes? Let's take a closer look

Ronald Oranza Double bronze medalist at the 2023 Southeast Asian Games
Jermyn Prado Gold medalist from the 2019 SEA Games
Kent Steven Zambrano Sultan Kudarat's top junior rider in the Batang Pinoy Nationals
Roy Benedict Plastina Makati City's top junior rider in the Batang Pinoy Nationals
Mary Gwennielle Francisco Quezon City's top junior rider in the Batang Pinoy Nationals
Jazmine Kaye Vinoya Pangasinan and Baguio City's top junior rider in the Batang Pinoy Nationals

Innovation and Support Behind the Team's Success

So, what's behind this team's success? It's not just hard work and dedication – although those are essential qualities. The PhilCycling, backed by the Philippine Olympic Committee and the Philippine Sports Commission, has been working tirelessly to develop a strong cycling program.

We're excited to field our junior riders in the Asian Road Cycling Championships, said Abraham Bambol Tolentino, Philippine Olympic Committee president. This is a great opportunity for them to gain international experience and compete against some of the best riders in Asia.

The team's support system includes coaches like Reinhard Gorantes, Mark John Lexer Galedo, Virgilio Espiritu, Marita Lucas, and Joey de los Reyes, as well as mechanics Reynaldo Navarro and Roderic Calla. With Sunshine Joy Vallejos at the helm as team director, everything is in place for a successful campaign.

Conclusion

As Team Philippines gears up for the Asian Road Cycling Championships, they're not just racing against each other – they're also vying for their country's pride. With a strong support system and a wealth of experience, this team is poised to make a splash in Thailand. Whether they'll bring home the gold or not, one thing is certain these athletes will give it their all and leave everything on the road.

Call-to-Action Stay tuned for updates from the championships and cheer on Team Philippines as they pedal towards excellence!

Statistics

The 44th Asian Road Cycling Championships will feature riders from 18 countries.
The championships will be held in Phitsanulok, Thailand, from February 10 to 17.
The team is supported by the Philippine Sports Commission and the MVP Sports Foundation.

References

1. PhilCycling. (2023). Team Philippines Ready for Asian Road Cycling Championships. Retrieved from
2. Philippine Olympic Committee. (2023). Abraham Bambol Tolentino The Man Behind the Vision. Retrieved from

Data-Driven Insights

A study by the International Cycling Union found that participating in international competitions can improve a cyclist's performance by up to 15%.
The Philippines has produced several top-notch cyclists, including Olympic medalists and world champions.

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