PSC Chairman Pato Gregorio receives a sepak takraw balls as a gesture of posperity from sepak takraw officials Karen Tanchanco and Fariq Halim with PSC Commissioner Walter Torres during media conference. Photo by Peter Baltazar

By Edwin Rollon

Another major milestone is set to unfold for Philippine sports — this time shining the spotlight on sepak takraw.

The road to golfing greatness in the Philippines will once again pass through the manicured fairways of The Manila Golf & Country Club as the 2026 Philippine Ladies Open (PLO) takes center stage from February 24 to 26, 2026, with the backing of the Philippine Sports Commission.

PSC Chairman Patrick Gregorio (center) with Hann Reserve General Manager Tim Neil (right) and Arosco Golf Promotions CEO Jaz Kanth.

New Clark City, Tarlac—The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and Hann Reserve are exploring a groundbreaking alliance to nurture the next generation of Filipino golfers, setting the stage for grassroots athletes to rise to world-class standards.

(L-R) Atty. Albert Agra Sports Lawyer, PSC Chairman Patrick Gregorio, Bill Velaso, Mayor Stephen Palmares City of Passi, Peter Zwiener and Lydia D’Amato of Wolfgangs Global Head and Partners, Eric Teng Head Resto PH. Photo: Peter Baltazar

By Edwin Rollon

Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman Patrick Gregorio is steering the government sports agency beyond its traditional mandate, championing reforms that position sports not only as a competitive platform but also as a driver of tourism and economic growth.

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