Enriquez steals the show at PUMA Manila Half Marathon

MANILA, Philippines — Newcomer Simon Enriquez and veteran Maricar Camacho showed the way in the PUMA Manila Half Marathon 2025 last Sunday at SM Mall of Asia Complex.

Enriquez came out of nowhere and snared the pole position in the men’s division, finishing the course in one hour, 23 minutes and five seconds, while Camacho was magnificent as always, crossing the tape in one hour, 30 minutes, and 54 seconds.

Following suit in the men’s side are Joram Lava (1:24:23) and Moiselle Angelo Alforque (1:25:22) while Jennelyn Isibido (1:37:11) and Danica Shasha Tan (1:48:34) made the podium in the women’s category.

Their victories were a rousing kickoff to the PUMA Philippine Half Series 2025, celebrating speed, endurance, and style under the iconic PUMA brand.

“The PUMA Manila Half Marathon marks the start of an exciting journey for Filipino runners,” said RUNRIO general manager Andrew Neri. “This is more than just a race — it’s about performance, passion, and pushing boundaries, all in the spirit of PUMA.”

The energy was electric from start to finish as participants raced through Manila’s scenic routes showcasing both grit and community spirit in this race supported by the Department of Tourism and has Gatorade as official sports drink.

Rico Jay Patanao (32:44) topped the men’s 10K with Cymon Richard De Jesus (38:15) and Roilan Develasco (38:47) chasing him. Meanwhile, Christine Hallasgo (38:32) was head and shoulders in front of the field as she was followed by Maria Jonna Lina Abutas (42:54) and Brizeth Deriquito (45:18).

Junel Gabotia (17:21) was the first in the men’s 5K, with Michael Dave Bognadon (18:57) and Manuel Tayoto (21:05) making the top three, while Jolly Ann Ballester (24:01) got the win in the women’s category in front of Thea Marie Ba-ay (27:07) and Geraldine Rose Anonas (27:09).

The PUMA Manila Half Marathon 2025 also has Cristalino Spring, Lanson Place, Mall Of Asia, Citadines Bay City Manila, Devant, Salonpas, Rev* Shokz powered by Digital Walker, Century Tuna, San Mig Light, Monde Nissin, Ciele Athletics, Milcu, Singlife, Unilab, Hey! Salad, Leslie's, Universal Robina Corporation, Gu Energy PH, Dailyfix and Galinco as sponsors.

Following Manila, the PUMA Philippine Half Series 2025 continues its run across the country with stops in Davao (October 19), Cebu (October 26), Cagayan de Oro (November 23), Iloilo (November 30) and the Grand Finale in Clark (December 14).