The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) urges national team athletes to be careful on what they ingest to avoid any anti-doping issues.

PSC chairman Patrick “Pato” Gregorio said in a seminar by the Philippine National Anti-Doping Organization (PHI-NADO) Tuesday that victory means nothing if they will not pay attention to the supplements they are using.

Athletes and para-athletes were in attendance at the Solaire Resort in Parañaque City as they gear up for the 33rd Southeast Asian Games and ASEAN Para Games in Thailand.

“Now, today’s session is more than just a requirement. It is a part of our commitment to fair play, integrity, and excellence. Values that the Philippine Sports Commission proudly upholds,” Gregorio said.

“As you all prepare to represent the Philippines on the regional and international stage, it is crucial that we reaffirm our dedication to clean sport, not only to protect your careers, but also to preserve the honor of our country.”

Remember, this is not just about an athlete, “not just about you, it is about our nation’s integrity and our success.”

The Philippines is no stranger to doping issues.

In 2018, Kiefer Ravena was slapped with an 18-month suspension after he drank a supplement that had 4-methylhexan-2-amine (methylhexaneamine) and 1,3-dimethylbutylamine (DMBA), which were under the prohibited list of the World Anti-Doping Agency.

Gilas Pilipinas naturalized player Justin Brownlee tested positive for Carboxy-THC, a substance heavily linked to cannabis in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China in 2023 and served a three-month provisional suspension.