Islay Bomogao showcased her world-class pedigree by claiming gold in the women’s -45 kg division of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games muay competitions on Wednesday at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
As expected from the 2023 World Champion in the same weight class, Bomogao displayed unwavering determination and confidence, even in hostile territory.
She defeated hometown favorite Arissara Noon-Eaid in the final to secure a massive gold for the Philippine muay squad — right in the birthplace of the sport and the very city where she made history two years ago.
The 25-year-old fighter from the Cordillera region is also a standout in wai kru, having collected medals in the discipline, including a bronze just earlier in these Games.
This marks Bomogao’s second medal in the sport’s combat discipline, following her silver at the 2019 Southeast Asian Games held on home soil.
