A powerhouse team of 47 Filipino athletes is set to compete in the 12th World Games in Chengdu, China, from August 7 to 17. The delegation, led by Wushu standout Agatha Wong, Wakeboarding champion Raph Trinidad, and Billiards icon Rubilen Amit, marks the largest Philippine contingent in the history of the Games, according to the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC).
The World Games spotlight sports not featured in the Olympics and have been held since 1981. So far, the Philippines has earned two golds, five silvers, and five bronzes in previous editions.
POC President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino expressed optimism for a stronger performance this year compared to the last Games in Birmingham, where Junna Tsukii secured the country’s sole gold in karate. In 2017, billiards star Carlo Biado also clinched gold in Wroclaw, Poland.
Wong and Trinidad have been chosen as flag bearers for the opening ceremony at the Tianfu International Convention Center. Wong, a five-time SEA Games champion and two-time world silver medalist, will compete in Women’s Taolu Taijiquan bare hands and sword. She qualified for the Games after winning silver at the 2023 World Wushu Championships in Texas.
“This is my first time at the World Games, and I’m truly honored to represent the country,” Wong shared during a send-off event at Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
World Games 2025
The World Games are organized by the International World Games Association (IWGA) and feature sports and disciplines not included in the Olympic Games. These Games are held every four years and serve as a global stage for emerging and niche sports.
This year, there are an estimated 5,000 athletes from 118 countries participating in the games. There are 34 sports and 253 events that will be hosted in Sichuan Province (Chengdu), China.
Betting On The World Games Online
Currently, there are no odds for the 2025 World Games posted online. However, once the event starts, we expect to see several events featured at the online sportsbooks we review.
The competitions held at the 2025 World Games include: Wushu, Wakeboarding, Billiards, Floorball, Dragon Boat, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Powerlifting, Jiu-jitsu, Orienteering, Sport Climbing, Tug of War, Breakdancing, Fistball, Flying Disc (Ultimate & Disc Golf).
Online sports betting sites in the Philippines update odds daily and feature events held around the world. While American sports often reign supreme, other events like the World Games are frequently featured in the futures category.
