'Sabong' in photos
LOOK: Sabong, a traditional sport deeply rooted in Filipino culture, involves rooster fighting, emphasizing the significance of skillful breeding and meticulous training for success. This centuries-old practice has transformed into a social event, yet it remains controversial, sparking debates on animal welfare and ethical considerations.| Photos by Yummie Dingding
Despite the availability of automated betting booths during the World Slasher Cup on Wednesday, 31 January 2024 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, sabungeros (cockfighters) and bettors, continue to place their bets with a "Kristo", a designated person or bet taking.
Gamecocks fight during a match at the World Slasher Cup on 31 January 2024 at Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City.
A Kristo or bet taker counts pay outs to winning bettors after a cockfighting match during the World Slasher Cup on 31 January 2024 at Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City.
