Panelo: SEAG hard work paying off

The Palace on Monday expressed elation over the performance of Filipino athletes in the 30th Southeast Asian Games, saying their “hard work in training is paying off.”

“We congratulate our athletes who have won and brought honor to the country in this ongoing biennial multi-sport event,” Presidential spokesman Salvador Panelo said.

As of 10 p.m. of 1 December, the Philippines was leading in the overall standings with 39 medals, including 21 gold, 11 silver and 7 bronze.

“We wish the rest of our athletes who will be competing on the coming days the best of luck,” added Panelo.