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After a one-year hiatus, the IRONMAN 70.3 Davao is set not just for a comeback, but for an explosive return to the global triathlon scene as it kickstarts the 2026 season on March 22 with its milestone fifth staging.

This edition promises to be its most spectacular yet, cementing its place as the yardstick for IRONMAN 70.3 races in the Philippines and Asia-Pacific.

‘IRONMAN 70.3 Davao has evolved into more than just a race. It is a celebration of athletic excellence, cultural pride and community spirit,’ said Princess Galura, president and general manager of the organizing Sunrise Events Inc. – the exclusive IRONMAN licensee in the country – during the official launch.

The landmark event will set a new benchmark in endurance sports with an expected huge international turnout, a refined and world-class course, and a festival atmosphere that only Davao can deliver.

‘The fifth edition will elevate the racing experience like never before – with faster courses, richer cultural immersion, and unmatched community support,’ she added.

The 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 Davao will also serve as a global proving ground with competitors from across continents expected to converge in the King City of the South, drawn by the race’s reputation for top-tier organization, technical excellence and a course that balances speed, scenery, and soul.

From the dramatic swim (1.9km) in Talomo Bay framed by the majestic Mt. Apo, to the lightning-fast bike leg (90km) along the Davao City Coastal Road, and a scenic run (21.1km) flanked by thousands of local supporters, every segment is curated to deliver a world-class race-day experience.

Beyond the competition, IRONMAN 70.3 Davao 2026 will again serve as a beacon of community resilience and cultural pride. With the theme centered around Tribu Maisugon – a tribute to the courageous spirit of Dabawenyos – the event will transform the city into a living festival, spotlighting local art, heritage, and traditions.

‘We are honored to host the fifth edition of IRONMAN 70.3 in Davao,’ said acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte. ‘It’s more than a race – it’s a citywide celebration. Our people’s hospitality, energy, and commitment to excellence ensure that every athlete feels like a champion the moment they arrive.’

Registration is now open. For details, visit www.ironman.com/im703-davao or email sai.mayol@sunriseevents.com.ph.

The fifth edition also marks the most inclusive and ambitious edition to date, with a series of new events designed to broaden participation and foster a deeper connection with the community.

The Gwapa Dabawenya Run returns bigger than ever with three new categories – 21km Pinakagwapa, 10km Mas Gwapa, and 5km Gwapa Dabawenya. Celebrting the strength, beauty and empowered spirit of Dabawenyas, this event has grown into a movement of pride and participation.

The Sprint Distance Triathlon will also make its debut, tailored for newcomers, beginners and returning triathletes seeking a shorter but equally thrilling taste of IRONMAN racing.

The IRONKIDS Aquathlon will likewise offer a fun, inclusive introduction for young athletes through a swim-run format – planting the seeds of future champions and reinforcing the race’s legacy in grassroots sports development.

A refreshed emblem will also be unveiled to symbolize Davao’s resilience, diversity and the unbreakable spirit of the triathlon community. It represents five years of unforgettable moments, unity and progress.

For those of us working in the foreign service, what is happening in our country today is so frustrating, to say the least. Here we are vigorously promoting the Philippines like hell, competing with our Asian neighbors for a ‘slice of the pie’ – only to be confronted with this horrific corruption scandal the country is facing.

Countries are considering suspending funding for a bridge project linked to the scandal, citing concerns over governance and transparency. Other bilateral donors and aid agencies are quietly reviewing their exposure. What begins with a single delayed project can quickly cascade: procurement pipelines slow down and lenders hesitate to approve new funding tranches.

The Philippines finds itself at a precarious crossroads, with a broadening corruption scandal surrounding flood control and infrastructure projects dominating headlines – triggering public outrage and drawing scrutiny from donors and investors alike. What initially appeared as a domestic political crisis has evolved into a reputational challenge with direct implications on foreign direct investments, international aid and the country’s broader economic trajectory.

For the business and finance community, this episode is not merely a governance story: it cuts right to the heart of how risks are priced, how projects are financed and whether the Philippines can sustain its narrative as one of Southeast Asia’s rising investment destinations.

International capital flows need to be protected. For multilateral development banks, bilateral donors and private financiers alike, the primary question is not simply ‘What is the return?’ but ‘Can I trust the money to be used as intended?’

Revelations of kickbacks, substandard works and inflated contracts in government-funded flood control projects directly undermine that trust. Once credibility is shaken, the cost is not only reputational. Donors may suspend disbursements, impose stricter conditionalities or redirect funding to countries with more predictable governance frameworks. Private investors may demand higher risk premiums or shift capital to competing destinations like Vietnam or Indonesia.

This reputational contagion extends beyond aid – several foreign firms operating in the Philippines already felt the effects of ongoing graft probes. Heightened uncertainty is forcing multinationals to reassess whether the Philippine market justifies added risks. For those weighing expansion, the scandal could tip the balance toward postponement or cancellation.

Investors in emerging markets are quick to react to risks. Political and governance scandals translate into higher spreads on sovereign debt, greater volatility in equity markets and a weaker peso as confidence ebbs. This is no small matter for the Philippines, which depends on both remittance inflows and foreign capital to balance its current account.

If international financial institutions perceive systemic weaknesses in procurement and anti-corruption enforcement, ratings agencies may flag governance as a structural risk, raising borrowing costs for both government and private issuers, squeezing fiscal space and corporate expansion plans alike.

In a region where capital moves quickly, perception matters as much as fundamentals. Investors ask not only whether the Philippines is growing – but whether it is being governed properly.

Another under-appreciated consequence is the alignment of this scandal with environmental, social and governance (ESG) frameworks. Much of the corruption has been uncovered in flood control and water management projects – sectors central to climate resilience.

Donors are increasingly deploying capital with ESG criteria. If the Philippines becomes perceived as a governance liability precisely in those sectors, it risks exclusion from the fastest-growing streams of concessional and green financing. For private investors, association with projects tainted by corruption also carries reputational risk that many boards will not tolerate.

At home, the scandal threatens to stall infrastructure rollout – a backbone of the government’s growth strategy. Delayed projects mean lost jobs, fewer contracts for suppliers and weaker overall economic gains.

Moreover, corruption diverts scarce fiscal resources. Every peso siphoned away through kickbacks is a peso deprived for education, health or legitimate infrastructure, eventually eroding productivity, widening inequality and suppressing domestic demand – all of which matter to investors assessing market fundamentals.

What needs to happen next is key because the damage is real, yet not irreparable. The Philippines can still turn this crisis into an opportunity for reform through 1) swift, credible and independent investigations. Business and financial partners are watching not only what the government says, but what it does. An independent anti-corruption body with prosecutorial power would reassure donors that accountability is not cosmetic; 2) full transparency. Procurement records, contract details and audit reports should be made public. Sunlight is the best disinfectant – and also the most persuasive argument to skeptical investors that the government has nothing to hide and 3) visible accountability. Symbolic prosecutions will not suffice. High-level convictions, restitution of stolen funds and protection of whistleblowers would send the clearest message that the Philippines is serious about changing course.

For President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., this a test of leadership, with the scandal presenting both peril and possibility. Peril, because mishandling could bolster perceptions that his administration is unwilling or unable to confront corruption. Possibility, because success in restoring trust could provide the lasting legacy his presidency seeks.

The unfolding corruption scandal has already eroded confidence and frozen some capital flows. Left unchecked, it could raise risk premiums, drive away investors and curtail access to international aid just when the Philippines needs it most.

Yet the same crisis can be a catalyst. If the government acts decisively, engages transparently and builds enduring institutions, the Philippines can emerge stronger – with renewed investor trust and reinforced governance.

For the business and finance community, the message must be clear that there is decisiveness in making necessary reforms – because this moment of crisis can actually open a window of opportunity.

Clearly, we must seize the moment before the moment seizes us.

Redness, itchiness and a burning sensation are classic signs of sensitive skin.

There are many factors that cause sensitive skin, and these could be irritants in products used, temperature change and even stress.

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Mabelle Colayco explained the two factors that people with sensitive skin must know.

Dr. Colayco explained that sensitive skin occurs when there is a break on the skin.

‘Your skin is not one whole sheet; it’s not a blanket. It’s made up of bricks, and in between the bricks, there are ‘cement’ and that ‘cement’ when you have sensitive skin, may break siya.

‘Parang sa kalye, ‘pag may break, pumupunta doon ‘yung environmental factors tapos nagkaka-inflammation sa ilalim. Pag nagka-inflammation sa ilalim, tuloy-tuloy na yung cascade ng sensitive skin,’ the dermatologist explained, likening sensitive skin to a damaged road with holes being invaded by impurities that cause the skin condition.

The remedy is to target two issues that contribute to the development of sensitive skin: repairing the barrier and addressing inflammation.

These can be addressed by a visit to the dermatologist for an apt treatment plan, which include products that feature ingredients that target these skin issues.

Dr. Colayco said to take note of products that have ceramide, lipids, and glycerin, and anti-inflammatory ingredients such as colloidal oatmeal, chamomile and calendula.

Ceramide and lipids are protective barriers, while glycerin is a humectant, a water-attracting ingredient that draws moisture from the air deeper into the skin. Calendula is an ingredients that helps hydrate and heal the skin, while chamomile soothes irritation, reduces redness and calms irritated skin.

Colloidal oatmeal, she said, is different from the remedy of cooking oatmeal at home. This is the reason why the dermatologist recommends FDA-approved products with these ingredients because these have undergone lab processing and testing proven to be safe and effective for use by a vast number of people.

Dr. Collayco was among the dermatologists present at the launch of the collaboration between beauty and wellness retalier and the Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS) last Wednesday.

The collaboration features free skin consultation at mall activation sites, including at the Mall of Asia Atrium only available until today, October 5.

Watsons also began offering free dermatology consultations every weekend from 12 noon to 8 p.m. in select stores in the metro. Visit SM MOA 7, Robinsons Place Manila, SM North Edsa Grand, SM Grand Central, SM Megamall, or SM City Tanza to get direct and accessible skin consultation with an expert.

President Marcos joked about lawmakers ‘getting fat’ as he greeted a chef-turned-congresswoman during an event in Pampanga on Friday.

‘Our latest, newly elected congresswoman, Congresswoman Florabel, is the one feeding the entire House of Representatives now, so our congressmen are getting fat,’ Marcos said, referring to Nanay Party-list Rep. Florabel Yatco.

Marcos made the joke at the inauguration of the Farm Fresh Milk plant in San Simon, Pampanga, amid a flood control corruption scandal implicating several lawmakers and other public officials.

Yatco is the owner of the Florabel Group of Restaurants, which includes Florabel, El Corazon, Crisostomo and Sisa’s Secret.

During the distribution of carabaos and farm equipment to Aeta communities, the President reminded the beneficiaries that the help they receive comes from taxpayers.

‘I tell those who receive little benefits who express their gratitude to us, ‘Don’t thank us because this is really our job. It’s your money, so we’re just giving it back to you’,’ he said.

Among those present at the inauguration were Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines Dato’ Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque, Pampanga Gov. Lilia Pineda, Farm Fresh Milk founder and chief executive officer Loi Tuan Ee, Farm Fresh Milk Inc. Philippines CEO Shawn Pu and other officials.

On Aug. 8, 2025, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a policy alert, announcing it will no longer use the ‘Dates for Filing’ chart in calculating a child’s age under the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA-age). Instead, it will return to its previous practice and use the ‘Dates for Filing’ chart for all Adjustment of Status applications filed on or after Aug. 15, 2025.

Applicants may still use the Dates for Filing chart when determining when an adjustment application can be filed with USCIS. This new policy only affects the CSPA age calculation.

By way of background, a child’s CSPA age is calculated by subtracting the number of days a petition was ‘pending’ from the applicant’s age on the date a visa becomes available. A visa is considered available on the latter of (1) petition approval or (2) the date a visa became available in the Visa Bulletin.

However, the monthly visa bulletin has two charts concerning visa availability: the dates for filing chart and the final action dates chart. Since 2023, USCIS has calculated a child’s age based on whether a visa was available (or the priority date was current) on the dates for filing chart, which was more advantageous to children, as a priority date became current much sooner than on the final action dates chart. Under this new policy change, the date a visa becomes available will be based on the Final Action Dates.

This could also create a problem or dilemma because a child in the US could file for adjustment of status based on the dates for filing chart, but that is no guarantee they would eventually be CSPA eligible, as they must then wait for the priority date to become current in the final action dates chart in order to determine if they can benefit from the CSPA. If they do, everything is fine. But if they filed for adjustment of status using the date for filing chart, and it is later determined that they aged out under the final action dates chart, their adjustment will be denied. With a denial, it’s possible that under the Trump administration, a notice to appear (NTA) could be issued.

In all honesty, this new policy (which is actually a return to the policy that had been in effect since 2002) will now treat children within the US (seeking the adjustment) and children outside the US (who are consular processing) the same way. This is because since 2023, USCIS had been using the date for filing chart, whereas the embassy had always relied on the final action dates chart. As a result, a child could be refused a visa if consular processing, but that very same child would be CSPA eligible if adjusting status. Therefore, a child’s CSPA eligibility depended on whether they were within or outside the US. In fact, I have had some consultations dealing with children who aged out in the US embassy in Manila. However, had they been in the US adjusting status (and using the date for filing chart), their green card would have been approved.

Also, be aware there is the additional CSPA requirement that the child must ‘seek to acquire’ a visa within one year of visa availability. This could be accomplished by submitting their adjustment of status or DS-260 within one year of visa availability. In other words, even with the child’s age calculated to be under 21 using the final action dates chart, the child has a one-year deadline to apply for their visa, or they lose CSPA benefits.

If you have any questions or issues about CSPA eligibility, you should consult with an attorney, who can evaluate your situation and assist in determining if your child qualifies.

This World Teachers’ Day brings to mind the wonderful teachers that I have met – individuals who have transformed lives through their dedication and service. As I deepen my engagement in the Philippines, I am reminded of the enduring Australia-Philippines partnership on education, and our joint commitment to supporting teachers as key contributors to sustainable development and the future of our nations.

For more than three decades, education has been a central pillar of Australia’s development assistance to the Philippines. Australia’s support for education has evolved over that time – from an initial focus on building physical classrooms and teacher training, to supporting curriculum design and national policies and reforms, including Kindergarten to Grade 12 reforms. Now, as Strategic Partners, our development assistance is focused on partnerships and an exchange of knowledge, as we address shared challenges. While the nature of our support has changed over the years, Australia has consistently been a champion for teachers.

In my recent conversation with Secretary of Education Sonny Angara, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Director General Kiko Benitez and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairperson Shirley Agrupis, I recognized a strong convergence of priorities. There is a unified vision to ensure education is adaptive and aligned with the evolving demands of the labor market.

Australia is closely collaborating with the Philippines on a new program to enhance senior high school education. Our new investment, Education Quality for Inclusive Prosperity (EQUIP), will support economic development by helping ensure school leavers have the skills they will need for the job market. EQUIP aims to contribute to professional development for teachers, guidance counselors and school leaders. It will also help students to develop technical skills through industry exposure, work immersion programs and by gaining nationally recognized qualifications.

This commitment to education extends across the archipelago, including Muslim Mindanao. Through the Education Pathways to Peace in Mindanao, Australia is supporting the Philippines’ long-standing peacebuilding efforts by improving the delivery of quality education. I hold in high regard the vital role teachers play in advancing peace through education and I am eager to listen to their stories when I visit the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

The personal connections nurtured through our education partnership is a key part of the bilateral relationship between Australia and the Philippines. Today, over 25,000 Filipino students are studying in Australia, making the Philippines the sixth largest source of international students. Filipino students have greatly enriched Australia’s community.

Through the Australia Awards program alone, more than 4,500 Filipino scholars have graduated since 2004 – many are now leading in various fields, including education. These alumni are driving progress across the Philippines, forming one of the region’s most vibrant networks. As living bridges between Australia and the Philippines, they bring values of innovation and inclusion to their work, creating lasting impact. Their achievements reflect the dedication of teachers who first sparked curiosity and helped shape the leaders of this generation and the next. I hope to meet more of them throughout my time in the Philippines.

To ensure Filipino students have the best possible experience in Australia and receive a world class education, Australia is introducing reforms. These reforms respond to misuse of the student visa system and seek to strengthen regulations for education providers and students in an effort to ensure the integrity and sustainability of a system that has long welcomed global learners. Filipino students are a vital part of this story and continue to be warmly received. Australia upholds a strong commitment to provide secure and supportive learning environment. Through this sustained relationship, Australia stands alongside the Philippines in advancing human capital development.

Education remains a cornerstone of the Australia-Philippines partnership, reflecting collective goals for inclusive growth and regional resilience. As we mark the final day of Teachers’ Month in the Philippines, we honor the teachers whose unwavering service enriches societies and fosters cross-cultural understanding. We also celebrate how education continues to deepen the long-established relationship between Australia and the Philippines. From classrooms in Mindanao to lecture halls in Canberra, teachers contribute to peace, stability and prosperity. I look forward to expanding these partnerships during my time in the Philippines, learning from Filipino teachers and witnessing how our shared commitment to education drives cooperation across both nations and the region.

Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste has urged the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to cancel or reprice P1.6 trillion worth of infrastructure projects to save P400 billion that could be redirected to health and education programs.

Leviste made the proposal as Congress wrapped up deliberations on the 2026 national budget, citing alleged irregularities in several DPWH projects, including a recently terminated P95.99-million flood control contract in Lemery, Batangas.

DPWH Regional Office IV-A ended the Omnicon Builders contract on June 9, due to a change in government policy on the implementation of flood control-related projects. The contractor would not be paid since the project had not yet begun.

In August, Leviste and the Lemery local government unit raised issues over the project’s lack of coordination, missing permits and deviations from the town’s flood control master plan.

They later found that the project’s sheet piles, supposed to be 12 meters long, measured only six meters. After the audit, the contractor reportedly abandoned the site.

‘After all the hearings and protests against corruption in DPWH, we must remember there are over P1-trillion ongoing projects and another P600 billion in upcoming projects that DPWH can still do something about,’ Leviste said.

‘DPWH is continuing to spend on overpriced projects every day, losing over P1 billion per day or P30 billion per month, and it is within DPWH’s power to stop these losses now,’ he added.

Leviste said DPWH contracts allow for ‘Termination for Convenience’ if a project becomes ‘economically, financially or technically impractical and/or unnecessary, such as, but not limited to, fortuitous events or changes in law and national government policies,’ without any penalty to the government.

He added that contracts may also be ended through ‘Termination for Unlawful Acts’ if contractors commit ‘corrupt, fraudulent, collusive and coercive practices; draw up or use forged documents; use adulterated materials, means or methods or engage in production contrary to rules of science or the trade.’

DPWH could invoke either clause, citing testimony from former DPWH officials Roberto Bernardo and Brice Hernandez, who claimed that ‘almost 100 percent’ of DPWH bids are rigged and that projects often end up substandard due to alleged 25 to 30 percent kickbacks paid out to secure contracts.

He also reiterated his call for DPWH to recompute its detailed unit price analysis (DUPA) to lower approved unit prices for future projects.

DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon had previously committed to reviewing the DUPA and agreed it could be reduced by ‘at least 10 percent,’ with some estimates suggesting even larger decreases.

Citing the Lemery flood control project as an example, Leviste said Dizon could apply the same principles to the more than P1 trillion worth of ongoing DPWH projects for 2025 and P600 billion planned for 2026.

He estimated that reducing costs by an average of 25 percent could yield P400 billion in savings from the P1.6 trillion total.

Teachers’ walkout

Meanwhile, the Department of Education said it respects the nationwide protest action of teachers after thousands walked out of classes on Friday to denounce corruption and government neglect in the education sector.

DepEd Media Relations Office chief Dennis Legaspi recognized yesterday the validity of the teachers’ grievances.

‘We are in continuous dialogue with teacher representatives to address these concerns collaboratively. Rest assured, the DepEd leadership is not only listening but is committed to taking meaningful action,’ he said. – Bella Cariaso

There is no International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant of arrest for Sen. Ronald ‘Bato’ dela Rosa.

‘Until we see the arrest warrant, then there is none,’ Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla told reporters when asked if the Department of Justice was preparing for such a move.

As for contingency plans, he said authorities are not discussing it yet.

‘We’ll cross the bridge when we get there,’ Remulla said.

Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV, who was recently in The Hague, said ICC arrest warrants could be issued in early 2026 against Dela Rosa and Sen. Bong Go.

‘As for the warrant (from the ICC), we are only expecting two. One for Bato, another for Bong Go. Maybe the earliest these warrants would be out is early next year,’ he said in an interview with ‘Storycon’ on One News.

Dela Rosa could possibly be cited as detained former president Rodrigo Duterte’s co-conspirator in the drug war killings, with ICC prosecutors, in a July pre-confirmation brief, citing Dela Rosa’s vow to ‘scale up’ the Davao model of killings, his signature on Tokhang directives and his chilling statement: ‘Killings in the name of drugs. This is really about killings in the name of drugs.’

The Small Basketeers Philippines-Passerelle Twin Tournaments organized by the BEST Center blasted off last week at the Claret School of Quezon City with 12 teams competing.

Milo Sports Head Carlo Sampan and Fr. Victor Sadaya, Claret School Director, helped usher in the long-running competition for grade school basketball hopefuls that has been recognized in the Philippine Sportswriters Association Hall of Fame.

Vying for the SBP crown are Claret School of QC, Colegio San Agustin, La Salle College Antipolo, La Salle Greenhills, Lourdes School Queon City and Lourdes School Mandaluyong

Competing in the Passerelle Division are Claret School of QC, Don Bosco Technical Institute, Makati

La Salle Greenhills, Lourdes School of Mandaluyong, Paref Southridge School and University of Santo Tomas.

The twin tournaments are sponsored by Milo.

Cagers 9 to 11 years old are playing in the SBP while their 12 to 15-year old counterparts play in the Passerelle.

Their undefeated start will be a huge boost for the Ateneo as it takes on rival La Salle this Sunday in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tourney, former Blue Eagles star Kai Ballungay said.

Ballungay, who played two seasons for the Katipunan-based squad and was part of the Blue Eagles squad that won the Season 85 championship, said he believes the unscathed start of the Blue Eagles thus far will help them against their bitter rivals.

‘I’m excited, man. I mean, we’ve been looking forward to this [Ateneo-La Salle matchup] since last year,’ he told Philstar.com during the release of the new Nike LeBron XXIII at the Titan Fort earlier this week.

‘You know, this is a brand new team. We started off 3-0 so far, so I think we’re going to do this one with a lot of confidence. I just want to see them come out with a win for sure,’ he added.

Ateneo, which managed to win just four games last season, has now won its first three contests. The squad has defeated Far Eastern University in overtime, University of the East by two points, and Adamson by a blowout.

Now, the real test begins for the Blue Eagles, as they take on the 2-1 La Salle squad that will now feature former Ateneo big man Mason Amos.

Ballungay also voiced confidence that the current Blue Eagle team has what it takes to go all the way.

‘Yeah, for sure. I mean, they have all the pieces. From the player standpoint, from a coaching standpoint, they’ve always been set. Coach Tab’s guided them always in the right direction,’ he said.

‘I think it’s going to take adjusting while other teams are making adjustments to them. So I think as long as they overcome every challenge throughout the way, I think they’ll be fine.’

Through three games thus far, the Blue Eagles are led by one-and-done forward Kymani Ladi, who, like Ballungay, is a tall wing – at 6-foot-7 – and has 3-point range.

Ladi is leading the team in scoring with 19.3 points per game. He is also norming 8.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists per contest.

Ballungay said he sees the similarities between him and the Vallejo, California native.

‘Yeah man. I’ve been hearing that a lot lately. You know, I definitely see the similarities for sure. And you know, I feel like Ateneo has always produced great stretch fours,’ he said.

‘From Will Navarro, you know, I fit that same role in Kymani. I feel like, like I said, Coach Tab has always been able to develop those type of players and it’s good to see it continue,’ he added.

‘He has everything that it takes. You know, he’s a great player just from the outside looking in and with the guidance of Coach Tab and the Ateneo system around him, I think he’s going to do well.’

Ballungay was among the athletes that was present during the Forever King event at the Titan Fort, where, aside from the release of the new LeBron sneakers, his “Legacy Wall” was also unveiled.

The LeBron XXIII “Uncharted” colorway was released during the event, which “salutes his stand-alone status as the greatest scorer of all time, because when you step into uncharted territory, it’s best to show up prepared.”

The Ateneo-La Salle matchup will be held this Sunday at 5 p.m. at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.