Sibol’s 'Taon ng Tagumpay' ends with humbling Asian Games stint
MANILA, Philippines — The country's national esports team, Sibol, saw a humbling end to their 2023 campaign as they bowed out early in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.
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HANGZHOU – Athletes, coaches and officials from the different countries in this Asian Games come and go. Under the protocols, they are allowed to check in and stay at the Athletes Village three days prior to their competition. All the privileges end the day after their last day of competition – win or lose. For Team Philippines, others have gone and are on their way out, those in men’s volleyball, rowing and judo, among others. And while others go, others are just on their way in, like those from archery, shooting and Esports. In the days ahead, more will come and go. Those who are done competing may opt to stay if they want to – perhaps take a tour of the city, do some shopping, enjoy the great food or catch some of the action. But they’ll be on their own. It’s KKB: kanya-kanyang bayad. Ready, aim, fire!
Military exemption for South Korean gamers reignites debate
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Blacklist International cuts ties with Lunatix amid team mishandling reports
MANILA, Philippines — Blacklist International has terminated its partnership with Malaysian esports organization Team Lunatix a day after mismanagement reports of Blacklist Lunatix, both organizations' Mobile Legends Bang Bang Development League (MDL) team, surfaced online.