Dubai-based Filipina table tennis player Chloe Ysabel Silva emerged victorious in the U17 Girls’ Singles category at the Abu Dhabi Racket Club 3rd Table Tennis Tournament in the United Arab Emirates after defeating her Indian opponent, 3-1, in the finals.
Silva dominated the best-of-five semifinals with a clean sweep against a UAE competitor, securing her spot in the championship match.
Her recent victory added to an already impressive run, having won a doubles’ silver in a WTT event and leading her team to a silver medal at the UAE Women’s League Team Tournament.
“Maraming salamat sa lahat ng sumuporta sa amin dito at sa Pilipinas—sa mga coaches na nag-ensayo at nagbigay ng payo, at sa mga naki-practice,” Silva wrote in a social media post.
Her official page also extended gratitude to Sharjah Women’s Sports Coach Anita Anitushkina, saying, “Thank you for giving Chloe the opportunity to play for both the Seniors and Juniors teams. She truly enjoyed every training session and game day with her teammates. The experience is priceless.”
Philippine table tennis continues to make waves, highlighted by the recent WTT Youth Contender Puerto Princesa 2025 tournament held in Puerto Princesa City.
The Filipino youth squad excelled, securing five gold and 10 silver medals.
Among the gold medalists were Jebb Datahan in the U19 Boys’ Singles and Zachi Chua in the U19 Girls’ Singles.