The Philippine contingent for the 13th ASEAN Para Games is strapping in for the event, set to be staged in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from January 20–26, 2026. The delegation is composed of Marikeño Arthus Bucay (45), a 2018 Asian gold medalist; Vizcayano Godfrey Taberna (46), an Asian bronze medalist; Lucenahin Michael Bayani (41), an Asian Championship 3rd placer; Tarlaceño Joel Ian Tacutaco (29), an Asian Championship silver medalist; Bulaceño Patrick Gerard Lee (26), an Asian Championship bronze medalist; and three newly signed-up riders: Pangasinense Grygo Bolinas (34), Mindanaoan Sittie Alleaza Abubacar (24), and Lagunense Janine Dauba (19).

The eight-strong cycling delegation is under the stewardship of head coach, Norberto Oconer, a two-time Olympian and the last Philippine representative in the road race at the Olympics.

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