The way organizers have advertised it, the opening ceremony of the 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEAG) will be the first rub of balm on the national burn brought about by a series of unfortunate
That remains to be seen —literally.
Only a trickle of information has leaked out. Officials said eight-division world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao would light the cauldron in a “Rocky-inspired” sequence, a reference to the classic Sylvester Stallone film. The Philippine Sports Commission has also pleaded with the public to support the national athletes in their bid to bring pride to the country.
The Philippines finished a measly sixth place two years ago in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, but has its hopes high that it will contend for the overall championship this time. And history is on its side. The last time the country hosted the regional Olympics, it collected 112 gold medals to finish first on the medal table.Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach is expected to march with Team Philippines in the parade of nations, which will be treated with a festive Santacruzan feel.
Spectators who will troop to Philippine Arena—and can avail themselves of the 10,000 tickets to be given for free on orders of President Duterte—will most likely get to view the cauldron lighting on a widescreen monitor.
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