
Carpena sets personal best to claim Asian Para Games bronze

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Carpena sets personal best to claim Asian Para Games bronze
by Thea Divina24 October 2026
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Ma. Ravinia Carpena won the bronze medal in the women’s shot put F20 on Friday at the 5th Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, after recording a personal-best throw of 11.39 meters.
Carpena’s performance surpassed her previous best and secured the Philippines another medal in the multi-sport event.
The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) praised Carpena for her performance, highlighting the strength and determination behind her record-setting throw.
As of 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, the Philippines had won seven medals — two golds, two silvers and three bronzes — according to the official medal tally.
The country ranked 18th in the overall standings.
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