24 Phl jins vie in Asian championship

from 35 countries like Korea, Iran, Chinese Taipei, Thailand and Indonesia.

The competition serves as preparation for the Filipinos’ participation in the muchawaited 18th Asian Games in Palembang, Jakarta.

The Phl team is supported by PLDT, Meralco, the Philippine Sports Commission and the Philippine Olympic Committee.

Pauline Lopez, shown delivering a head kick, is expected to do well in the tough competition.