Tancontian family of Davao won four medals in Netherlands Sambo Open

DAVAO CITY—On a unique occasion, four members of the local Tancontian family took home four of the five medals the Philippines earned at the 2024 Dutch SAMBO Open, which took place in the Netherlands on March 3.

The 80-kilogram senior sport was won by Sydney Sy Tancontian and the 98-kilogram senior sport by Chino Sy Tancontian, the Tancontian siblings.

In the 88-kilogram sports masters category, Ace Larida, the Tancontian sibling's uncle, also took home the gold.

 
In the meantime, Paolo Tancontian, Larida's cousin and the sibling's father, won the silver medal in the 98-kilogram Sports Master.

Moreover, Aislinn Tap took home the bronze in the 80-kilogram Senior Sport

Paolo, the president of Pilipinas Sambo is happy and grateful for their win.

In a Facebook post, he thanked everyone who helped them on their trip and win.

Our heartfelt gratitude to Senator Bong Go, the Philippine Sports Commission, and POC - Philippine Olympic Committee - Olympic.PH  for the support to the team.

We would also like to thank the host and organizing committee of Sambo Bond Nederland for a well-organized and successful event participated by more than 250 athletes worldwide. 

Maraming salamat po!