Guico-Edoc showdown up

MANILA, Philippines — Young Zach Guico looks to regain his winning form as he rejoins the competition, while siblings Ryuji and Shinichi Suzuki seek redemption in their respective divisions as the ICTSI Splendido Taal Junior PGT Championship reels off today in Laurel, Batangas.

Guico, who edged Zoji Edoc in a thrilling finish to top the JPGT Luzon Series kickoff at Eagle Ridge three weeks ago, skipped last week’s Sherwood Hills leg to focus on academics. Now back in action, the Quezon City prodigy is eager to pick up where he left off, chasing not only another title but also valuable ranking points for a spot in the national finals.

Edoc, who capitalized on Guico’s absence to dominate at Sherwood Hills, is again expected to be a major contender, alongside Halo Pangilinan, Asher Abad, Kenzo Tan, Michael Ray Hortel II and Connor Sy, all aiming for crucial points in the boys’ 7-10 category.

Ryuji Suzuki, victorious at Eagle Ridge but falling to Vito Sarines at Sherwood Hills, is raring to bounce back in the boys’ 11-14 class.