The Philippines is set to make history as it hosts the 2026 Asia and Oceania SAMBO Championships presented by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) for the very first time, from June 23 to 28 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.

By Edwin Rollon

Another world-class sporting event is set to take center stage in the country, as Manila hosts the prestigious WKF Karate One Youth League from May 14 to 17 at the iconic SM Mall of Asia Arena.

(L-R) Trainers Abel Martin & Juan Carlos Lantin, boxer Carl Jammes Martin and MP Promotions President Sean Gibbons after scoring an impressive win during “Thrilla in Manila 2” last October.

Two months removed from his last fight, Carl Jammes Martin — is navigating an uncertain stretch in his career, with questions emerging about timing, direction, and momentum for one of the Philippines’ rising boxing stars.