Carlo Paalam takes home Asian Games silver after narrow loss to home bet

Rappler - Oct 2, 2026

Carlo Paalam falls short of becoming the first Filipino boxer to win an Asian Games gold medal since 2010 as he absorbs a split decision loss to home bet Rui Yamaguchi of Japan in the men's 55kg final

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