Philippines at the 2017 Asian Youth Para Games explained

Npc:PHI
Npcname:Paralympic Committee of the Philippines
Year:2017
Date:10–14 December 2017
Games:Asian Youth Para Games
Location:Dubai
Competitors:12
Sports:5
Gold:0
Silver:0
Bronze:1
Rank:21
Appearances:

The Philippines participated at the 2017 Asian Youth Para Games which was held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from 10 to 14 December 2017. The Philippine contingent had 12 athletes competed in five sports and was led by head of delegation, Francis Cruz Diaz.[1]

The country only won one bronze medal, placing 21st among 30 nations, and last among the nations which won at least a medal.[2]

Athletics

Three sportspeople competed in athletics for the Philippines:[1]

Honasan, a competitor in the T44 classification, placed first in the 100m run and placed second in the 200m and 400m run events but was ruled ineligible to win any medal due to failing to meet requirements regarding the measurements of her legs.[3]

Badminton

The Philippines had a sole competitor in badminton[1] Anthony Dela Cruz Jr.

Boccia

One athlete competed in boccia for the Philippines.[1]

Table tennis

Two players took part in the table tennis for the Philippines.[1]

Swimming

Swimmers formed the largest part of the Philippine delegation to the games with five athletes competing in swimming.[1]

Notes and References

  1. News: 12 PHL athletes compete in Asian Youth Para Games in Dubai . 4 October 2018 . Philippine News Agency . 9 December 2017.
  2. Web site: AYPG 2017 Medal Tally . 4 October 2018 . Asian Paralympic Committee.
  3. News: Terrado . Reuben . Teen turned to running to escape bullying. Now she's a bemedalled para athlete . 4 October 2018 . Sports Interactive Network Philippines . 6 February 2018.