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Manny Pacquiao, right, and his wife Jinky arrive at Manila’s Quiapo Church for a thanksgiving mass.
Alexander Briones (red armor) fights Sorn Elit of Cambodia in the finals of Taekwando heavy weight 87 Kg. division. Briones won.
Mary Anoinettee Rivero (red) fights Nguyun Thi Duong of Vietnam in the finals of Taekwando women’s welter weight 67 Kg.
Manny, right, acknowledges presidential candidate Manny Villar during a news conference upon arrival to another hero’s welcome.
Alexander Briones celebrates his gold medal win over Sorn Elit of Cambodia in Taekwando’s 87kg division.
Toni Rivero (left) competes against Hwang Kyung of South Korea in the final round of the women’s 67Kg.
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ound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao has taken his winning ways from the boxing ring to the political arena In last month’s elections, the reigning World Boxing Organization welterweight champion handily beat rival and businessman Roy Chiongbian for a seat in the House of Representatives. Manny was elected congressman of his wife Jinkee’s home province of Sarangani. With Pacman’s win, boxing will have to take a backseat for the meantime – until his next opponent is named, that is. And if Top Rank big boss Bob Arum would have his way, he would like Manny’s next big match, reportedly his last to be in November. And this early, everyone is clamouring for a Manny Pacquiao-Floyd Mayweather Jr. showdown. That would definitely be the biggest blockbuster in boxing history if it pushes through. Personally, I think it will be
both camp’s egos more than the money that will be the biggest stumbling block in making the dream fight become reality Kung matatandaan ninyo, the supposed Pacquiao-Mayweather faceoff last March did not push through because Pacman refused to heed Mayweather’s demand for an Olympic-style random drug testing and the people’s champ is firm on his decision to this day. Siyempre, ‘di naman magpapatalo si Mayweather. The former pound-forpound king refuses to budge, firm on his word of “no drug testing, no match”. Well, I say something and someone’s gotta give in sooner or later. But if talks fail for the second time between Team Pacquiao and Team Mayweather, Arum better find Pacquiao an opponent exciting and good enough, and not a bore like Joshua Clottey. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
As of this writing, the Philippine taekwondo team is in Kazakhstan for the Asian Taekwondo Championships. The men’s team is composed of Japoy Lizardo (fin), Nicole Mapilisan (fly), Jeffrey Figueroa (bantam), Butch Morrison (feather), Marlon Avenido (welter), and Alex Briones (heavy). The women’s team, meanwhile, will be powered by Jyra Lizardo (fly), Karla Alava (bantam), Camille Manalo (light), two-time Olympian Toni Rivero (welter), Michelle Monterey (welter), and Elaine Alora (middle). Said tourney will serve as one of the venues for the selection of fighters to see action in the Asian Games later this year. From Kazakhstan, the jins will be heading to South Korea for further training. Good luck, guys.
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all it a lingering case of melancholy, but let me devote the first part of this column to the late Willie Caballes, who until his untimely demise last month was editor of Sports Digest. I used to submit articles for this magazine years ago when it was still a weekly publication, driving Wilcab nuts whenever the deadline approaches with my column or feature still a no-show. He’d yell on the phone, doing his darn best to sound mean and demanding that I send “my masterpiece” pronto. But no matter how much he tried, Wilcab never got into my nerves. Why? Maybe because I knew that the growl was just for effect, and that deep inside the man was a teddy bear. He’s Winnie the Pooh with a slightly-hunched back (the result of a herniated disk or something), a rocking walk and an omnipresent cigarette. Wilcab would unleash that famous toothless scowl on you but you need not fret. All you’ve got to do was wait a couple of minutes until the storm passes and then he’d come up with a huge exhale, turn his back and walk away rocking, his head shaking. Of course you still got to deliver the story. Otherwise you’d get hit by a cold shoulder treatment guaranteed to last as long as the Ice Age. Or until you hand to him the draft of a potentially hot story for his beloved Sports Digest. Then a toothless smile would break on his face, the sun would shine again, and the glacier would thaw.
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Willie Caballus: A big loss to the Sports Writing fraternity
I did get bawled out a few times during our early years together, especially when the column was late. But I’ve also been the recipient of the man’s endless generosity, goodwill and friendship. As a senior, he never imposed his will, never held back with advise, never got tired of giving second chances, and never treated anybody condescendingly. And as a colleague, he was the funniest, warmest, most incisive, single-minded, hardworking and engaging personality you’ll ever find in the sports writing fraternity. He wore his heart out on his sleeve and he called a spade a spade, whether you’re a neophyte or a grizzled veteran. That’s why being around him has always its risks – because you never know what he’s going to blurt out or pull off once the urge hits him. But the man was an original, the only one among his peers. And somaybe for the last time, let me express how grateful I am for havingWillie Caballes as a mentor and an elder brother for the better part of 28 years. By the way, this column is late again, Will. My apologies.
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So how will Michael Buffer make the announcement? Maybe something like this: “Ladies and gentlemen here at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas and the millions more around the world…let me introduce to you in the red corner…the pride of the Philippines and now a DISTINGUISHED GENTLEMAN FROM THE PROVINCE OF SARANGANI…CONGRESSMAN MANNY PACQUIAO! Now that would be something else. Boxing history of unprecedented proportions. And an extra target for Floyd Mayweather Jr. to shoot for. That is if he decides to shut up with this blood testing bull and finally get into the ring with the Filipino boxing icon, who could make a grand entrance by slipping into a blinding white robe made out of the best jusi and designed like a Barong Tagalog. That would give the sweet science a touch of political fashion, Pacman-style. At any rate, with Pacquiao’s landslide victory in his province, and with his mother reportedly giving her blessing for his son to fight one last time before diving into the quagmire known as the House of Representatives, promoter Bob Arum would look like a dork if he fails to bring about Pacquiao vs. Mayweather.
Take a bow, Congressman Pacquio!
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James Yap, presidential brother in-law. Nice ring to it, right? Kind of like Craig Robinson, head coach of Oregon State University, whose sister is Michelle Obama, the US First Lady. Nothing’s official yet in the presidential race as of this writing, but the son of tita Cory, Sen. Benigno III, whose youngest sister is James’ wife, appears to have a lock on the coveted post. Which means we might not be seeing much of James outside the Philippine Basketball Association in the near future, what with presidential bodyguards to be assigned to him and his family probably limiting outsider contact for security reasons. Wishing the new life doesn’t cramp James’ easy-going and friendly nature. And praying he continues to find joy in doing what he does best – shooting 3-point shots for his PBA ballclub and taking those ball-waving, one-handed running jumpers which his legion of fans love so much.
Presidential brother-in-law...THREE POINTS
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By TET ANDOLONG
MACASIEB HOPES TO INSPIRE YOUNG TRIATHLETES TO TAKE UP THE GRUELLING SPORT
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he odometer, if he had one from day one, would now read tens of thousands of kilometers. That’s on tough terrain, steep climbs, treacherous downhill rides and rough waters. Over 2,000 of those were on grueling 10-hour journeys over 226.305 km— commonly known as Ironman. Over 2,000 more of that were on four-hour sojourns over 113 km, which most people know as Ironman 70.3.Add to that the marathons and prep runs. For Arland Macasieb, these are simple voyages that only need more preparation and determination. And the adventure goes on as he tests his limits while providing an inspiration to the younger generation. It was delightful, no doubt, to see Macasieb finish his first Ironman. It was clear by the second time, that that welltoned frame—Filipino blood runs through it—was built for this. Other Filipino athletes began to take notice. And it was no surprise that on his eighth Ironman in Langkawi, Malaysia, Macasieb was joined by more than a dozen other Filipinos at the finish line, logging impressive times. Coming out of the US winter straight into
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the scorching heat in Southeast Asia’s only full iron distance event, Macasieb bucked several problems including faulty aerobars to complete the 3.86K swim, 180.25K bike and 42.195K run just a shade over 11 hours for ninth place among elite male participants led by Belgium’s Marino Vanhoenacker. Also overcoming the tough conditions— temperatures hit 42 degrees—were Andrew Chinalpan Jr, who clocked an impressive 11:20:13 in his first Ironman, and Ramon Rodriguez, who also had a sub-12 (hour) performance to complete the Philippines’ trio of top triathletes. “I believe Filipinos have a great future in the sport. But we have to handle the talent carefully and we need to increase the number of young people doing the sport,” said Macasieb, who has also taken part in more than 20 Ironman 70.3 events, actually taking part when it was still called“Half Ironman.” While shaving minutes off his own times has always been the target—he admits there are improvements to be made in his swimming—Macasieb also draws inspiration and gets satisfaction in seeing others, especially compatriots, perform well. He was
particularly pleased to see former teammate Laarni Anenias stamp her mark in the 30-40 age group, winning in 13:32:24 to clinch a berth in the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii in October. “I’ve been racing triathlon for 15 years now. I attribute my ‘endurance’ in the sport to having passion for the sport, the lifestyle, and the many friends I’ve made in this journey,” said Macasieb, the first Filipino to finish Ironman Hawaii and first Filipino to finish the full Ironman distance in under 10 hours, doing it in IM Western Australia in 2008. Aside from being an inspiration to fitness and sports enthusiasts, Macasieb, has conducted clinics at RUNNR Bonifacio High Street and RUNNR Cebu, the country’s first world-class and only concept stores for running. Macasieb, who holds a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Rutgers University and a master’s degree in Exercise Science from Montclair University, discussed in detail the correct running form and proper techniques to improve performance and avoid injuries, as well as the benefits of proper shoes and equipment. “On the run, the pedometer has been huge—the ability to count your
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I BELIEVE WE HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO DO GREAT THINGS BUT WE NEED TO DEVELOP BETTER SYSTEMS FOR THE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE SPORT PARTICULARLY AT THE ELITE LEVEL. I THINK IF WE GAIN MORE SPONSORS FROM THE PRIVATE SECTOR WE CAN GET TO THE RACES AND TRAINING CAMPS AND WE GET TO THE NEXT LEVEL.
steps has helped me the most lately coupled with the Newton running sneakers that enable us to find our midfoot strike better than conventional sneakers,” said Macasieb.“For the swim, the biggest technological advantages are the wetsuit and speedsuit. On the bike, the biggest advancement has been the powermeter. Power is the best indicator of workrate on the bike and best way to gauge your effort. Also,GPS has been a great tool for tracking speed and distance as well as elevation gain.” “I believe we have the potential to do great things but we need to develop better systems for the growth and development of the sport particularly at the elite level. I think if we gain more sponsors from the private sector we can get to the races and training camps and we get to the next level,” said Macasieb. Now in the mid-30s, the race goes on as Macasieb, backed by Newton Running, the revolutionary line of running shoes, and RUNNR, sets sights on the St. Croix 70.3 in the US Virgin Islands in May, the Ironman France in June, Ironman Lake Placid in July, Philippines 70.3 in August and Laguna Phuket triathlonin December. Whether he makes the podium or not, for Macasieb each event is part of life, a journey that improves himself physically and mentally, and hopefully inspires others to compete and live a healthy lifestyle. “I feel most alive when my HR is over 180 beats per minute. I love the satisfaction that comes when you crest a hill on the bike or complete you last interval in a hard workout set and having a great race performance—which doesn’t happen all that frequently. “I’ve had sweet tastes of victory and bitter tastes of defeat but they are both valid to the palate. I am who I am today because I am a sum of all the experiences— good and bad that have brought me here and I wouldn’t want to change anything. It’s been a great ride!”
Macasieb hopes to inspire young triathletes to take up the gruelling sport
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IF YOU’VE CUT DOWN ON MILK BECAUSE YOU THINK YOUR GUT CAN’T TOLERATE THE SUGAR IN IT -- CALLED LACTOSE -- YOU MIGHT BE DOING YOUR HEALTH A DISSERVICE, A NEW STUDY SUGGESTS.
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esearchers found that in fact, more than half the patients who thought they couldn’t digest lactose were mistaken. When they drank a lactose solution corresponding to an entire quart of milk in the lab, their gut absorbed the sugar normally and they experienced less cramping, gas and other bowel trouble than at home. “There is extended belief among patients with abdominal symptoms that these are caused by lactose in dairy products,” the Spanish researchers write in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. “Although one should think that symptom intensity has to be greater after a large lactose load than in daily life at home, our study shows just the opposite,” they add. The ability to digest lactose depends on an enzyme in the gut called lactase. When there isn’t enough of this enzyme, bacteria feast on the leftover sugar, producing lots of gasses in the process. In contrast to this so-called lactose malabsorption or maldigestion, lactose intolerance refers to the symptoms -- for instance, flatulence and stomach pain -- that occur after ingesting lactose. The new study adds to a body of evidence showing that perceived lactose intolerance may actually not be rooted in a biological inability to absorb the sugar. Of 353 individuals referred to specialists for suspected lactose maldigestion, as many as 189 turned out to absorb the sugar normally, with fewer symptoms than at home. It’s not entirely clear why people who have no trouble digesting lactose would get symptoms. The Spanish researchers, from the Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron in Barcelona, speculate that some patients could be suffering from irritable bowel syndrome, which has similar symptoms. Another possibility is that the symptoms are linked to a memory of earlier over-consumption. “If you did have an instance when you consumed too much, then you’d have symptoms, and you’d remember that,” said Carol J. Boushey, a nutritional scientist at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, who was not involved in the study. “It’s something that’s in your head after a while.” Boushey, who is also a registered dietitian, said that cutting back on dairy products as a result of perceived lactose intolerance could have a negative health impact, including lower bone mass, higher blood pressure and colon cancer. She recommends that people who think they are lactose intolerant try to drink small amounts of milk. “You could drink a quarter cup of milk and see if you can handle it,” she told Reuters Health. “But don’t ever go over a cup. Every single person that I asked to do that came back and said you’re right.”
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