NEW-faces Jave Calolot and Leedy Erika Villamonte ruled the 2026 National MILO® Marathon – Davao early today, Sunday, August 2 at the Davao Global Township in Matina, Davao City.
The 25-year-old Calolot of Alabel, Sarangani clocked two hours, 40 minutes and 24 seconds to win the men’s 42-km division.
Calolot, an Education graduate, took the lead in the last 21-kilometers and never looked back.
“I'm supeeeeer happy, this is actually my first Milo marathon,” said Calolot, who recently won the Marbel 42km marathon [2:39].
Second was Rodel Salvane [2:41:32] followed by John Eduard Delgado [2:46:35] of Malaybalay, Bukidnon.
The 4th to 10th areRicky Osabel Jr. [3:13:53], Ian Cris Estares [3:19:55], Reilan Calvo [3:25:16], Roxzyd Ignacio [3:35:36], Rowell Anhag [3:40:15], Kien Jay Malongayon [3:43:08], Joshua Emmanuel; Curayag [3:43:11].
Villamonte of Tupi, South Cotabato only needed six men to overtake before she won the distaff side at 3:32:20.
“Crossing that finish line felt unreal,” said the 26-year-old Villamonte.
“All those early mornings dragging myself out of bed when I’d rather sleep, all the burning legs and heavy breaths, all the times I almost gave up but kept putting one foot in front of the other, this is what it was all for.
“I didn’t just finish 42km. I proved to myself that I’m stronger than every excuse, every doubt, every hard moment. This win is 100% mine, earned with every single step I took.
“Thank you MILO Nestle for this unforgettable experience. And finally to our God for his guidance and gift strength,” said Villamonte, who only finished second in last year’s Milo 21km marathon in Kidapawan.
Olive Firmeza [4:23:53] is second followed by Rhea Mae Ortiz [4:26:15].
The 4th to 10th were:
Sharon Pelegrino [4:31:11], Kyth Dyann Lee [5:08:28], Sheanne Joy Escarza [5:34:09], Jisza Banguanga [5:36:00], Chanda Yu [5:37:40], Caroline Minoza [5:44:33], Jennycien Marquez [5:44:59].
“The 50th National MILO® Marathon – Davao Leg was a celebration of Grit, Discipline, and Teamwork, with every stride reflecting the resilience, determination, and champion spirit of every Dabawenyo,” said race director Kenneth Sai.
The other results:
21km
Men – 1. Lloyd Prado [1:12:28] 2. Marico Satinitigan[1:13:33] 3. Mark Luigi Joyce [1:13:54]
Women – 1. Yahsharah Daligdig [1:34:15] 2.
Mea Gey Adialiaan Niñura [1:39:27] 3. Ayhra Mae Lovitos [1:39:27]
10KM
Men – 1. Den Mark Risma [33:18] 2. Rico Bansilan [33:22] 3. Abdulhamid Naron [34:35]
Women – 1. Charlen Cos [41:58] 2. Kate Duffy Mcdowell [42:00] 3.
Faith Marie Ocon [42:27]
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