After the Asian Sepaktakraw Federation (ASTAF) and the Philippines Sepaktakraw Association Inc. (PASTAI) signed a Letter of Agreement, the Philippines accepted the hosting rights for the ASTAF U-19 Asian Sepaktakraw Championship 2026.

: L-R: Aklan Gov.Jose Enrique M. Miraflores, coach Vince Garcia and Provincial Assessor Kokoy B. Soguilon.

BORACAY ISLAND, Malay, Aklan — In celebration of the 70th anniversary of Aklan Province, the Provincial Government of Aklan has partnered with Liquid Events to stage the Boracay Platinum International Open Water Swim Race on March 7–8, 2026.

The Philippines’ hosting of the first-ever FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup™ showcased more than the nation’s capacity to stage a world-class sporting event. It revealed the heart of the Filipino spirit: shared pride, collective energy, and an unwavering commitment to uplifting women’s sports from the grassroots to the global stage.