Olivarez Jr. netfest unfolds

MANILA, Philippines — Frank and France Dilao gear up for a sibling rivalry in the premier boys’ division of the Dr. Pablo Olivarez Sr. National Juniors Championships, which got underway last Friday at the Olivarez Sports Center and Parañaque courts in Sucat.

With a huge number of entries in the five-day Group 2 tournament, organizers are utilizing two venues. The event gathers the country’s rising stars eager to challenge the established names.

The girls’ competition will take its turn from Aug. 14 to 18.

Crowding the Dilao brothers in the 18-and-under race Jonathan Higa, Julio Nariga, Gavin Kraut, Lance Maglaquii, Anton Parulan and Martin Paulsen.