Participants gathered for the start of the AndotSports 10-Miler Run at the Cebu Business Park, marking a vibrant day of athletic competition. The event, held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, saw a strong turnout of runners and fitness enthusiasts eager to test their endurance.
Champions Emerge in 16-Kilometer Races
In the men's 16-kilometer division, Janry Pelones claimed victory with an impressive time of 54 minutes and 12 seconds. He was closely followed by Prince Joey Lee, who finished second in 55:10, and Jovan Bensig, who secured third place with a time of 55:45.
On the women's side, Artjoy Torregosa dominated the 16K race, crossing the finish line in 1:01:39. Michelle Zamora took second place with a time of 1:06:20, while Bianca Razoni earned third place by clocking in at 1:21:18.
Event Organization and Participation
The race was organized by the sports apparel brand AndotSports and managed by Coco Running Race Organizer, led by Joel Juarez. This collaboration successfully attracted approximately 3,000 runners and fitness enthusiasts, highlighting the growing popularity of running events in the region.
Results from Shorter Distance Races
The competition also featured 12K and 6K races, with notable performances across both categories:
- 12K Race Winners: In the men's division, Mark Mahinay won with a time of 39:26, followed by Arcelo Oswaldo (40:18) and Jhon Mark Dizon (40:25). For the women, Teresiah Kabui topped the field in 49:55, with Gretchen Sambo (51:58) and Stephanie Cadosale (53:03) as runners-up.
- 6K Race Winners: The men's division saw Noli Torre finish first in 19:15, ahead of Franklin Yee (19:19) and Hermo Branzuela (20:19). In the women's side, Glaiza Jamora led with a time of 25:40, followed by Jane Pangalao (25:41) and Melanie Pulgo (25:51).
This edition of the AndotSports 10-Miler Run not only showcased top-tier athletic talent but also fostered community engagement and promoted health and fitness among participants in Cebu.
