Wow, Philippines!
First-time guests and returning athletes competing within the Philippines for the 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship stated they’re having a good time within the nation.
Amongst those that love returning to the Philippines is crowd favourite Micah Christenson of Crew USA.
“It’s at all times so particular for us. We don’t count on any additional assist, however man… I’ve been right here two years in a row now, and it’s simply been a lot assist—overwhelming assist in one of the best ways doable,” Christenson stated.
“As a group, we love coming right here, representing Crew USA, and feeling all of the love from the Filipino followers. We additionally return residence and inform individuals how superb our expertise was within the Philippines. It’s been an actual honor and pleasure for us.”
His teammate Erik Shoji echoed the sentiment.
“It feels superb. We obtained used to it final season, and it feels nice to be again. We’re so glad to be right here—the followers are superb, the resort has been nice. All the pieces has been one of the best to this point, so we’re actually glad to be again,” he stated.
Brazil’s Arthur Bento Buczmiejuk was impressed by the power throughout their Sunday match towards China.
“I like it. It’s very good enjoying right here within the Philippines—the followers are very passionate. I hope to see you all on the subsequent video games. It’s going to be actually enjoyable.”
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Brazil’s Flavio Resende Gualberto and Arthur Bento Buczmiejuk on the win towards China @gmasportsph @gmanews pic.twitter.com/AdjKkq7Dfd
— JK Carandang (@jk_carandang) September 15, 2025
Egypt’s Abdelrahman Elhossiny Eissa, in the meantime, is hoping to maintain their momentum going, whilst they face the house group, Alas Pilipinas, on Tuesday.
“It’s my first time right here within the Philippines. All the pieces has been excellent—from the resort to the sector, every little thing,” he stated.
“It’s very thrilling to play in a courtroom stuffed with followers. I hope we preserve successful. I hope, I hope.”
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Abdelrahman Elbossiny Eissa talks about Egypt’s win towards Iran and hopes to proceed successful as they tackle Alas Pilipinas subsequent @gmasportsph @gmanews pic.twitter.com/u8xpupQGEY
— JK Carandang (@jk_carandang) September 14, 2025
USA’s Taylor Averill additionally praised the nice and cozy welcome and is trying ahead to enjoying in entrance of even greater crowds.
“We’re so lucky that the Philippines actually welcomed us with open arms. It’s such an honor to play right here, and I like the followers,” Averill stated.
“I can’t wait to play in greater matches the place much more followers can come.”
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The match will run till September 28.
—JMB, GMA Built-in Information