Besides generous cash incentives from the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and President Duterte, the national team was conferred the “Order of Lapu-Lapu” for winning the overall championship in the 30th Southeast Asian Games.

 

Almost 600 medalists of the SEAG trooped to the Malacañang Palace to meet President Rodrigo Roa Duterte Wednesday and receive their cash reward.

 

They were also conferred the said award given to those who are “deserving of merit and recognition and to fully express the President’s appreciation of the Filipino people’s contributions to the success of the campaigns and programs of the Government.” 

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Led by Team Philippines Chef de Mission and PSC Chairman William Ramirez, the national team, donning their tracksuits, was warmly received, by the President at the Rizal Hall of Malacañang Palace.

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Also in attendance were Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, Philippine Olympic Committee President Rep. Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino, Philippine SEA Games Organizing Committee Chairman and House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano and PSC Commissioners Celia Kiram, Arnold Agustin and Charles Maxey.

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Under Republic Act 10699 of the Athletics and Coaches Incentives Act, a gold medal fetches P300,000, silver P150,000 and bronze P60,000.