A cyclist tries the newly opened Tagaytay Velodrome, the country’s first-ever International Cycling Union-standard indoor Velodrome. The venue will host the 2026 Asian Track Championships, according to the Asian Cycling Confederation. (Philippine Olympic Committee photo)
The Philippines will proudly host the 2026 Asian Track Cycling Championships, a milestone that coincides with the unveiling of the country’s first International Cycling Union (UCI)-standard indoor Velodrome in Tagaytay City.
Officially launched during the celebration of Olympic Day on June 23, the state-of-the-art facility has been designated as the venue for the continental championship, which will run from March 25 to 31, 2026. The announcement was made by the Asian Cycling Confederation (ACC), which lauded the achievement as a landmark moment for Philippine sports.
“This venue will host the 2026 Asian Track Championships… Mabuhay!” the ACC stated in a social media post, offering congratulations to Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) President and PhilCycling chief Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino for leading the effort.
Tolentino emphasized the deeper significance of the Velodrome, not just as a structure but as a symbol of the country’s rising commitment to excellence in sports.
“Together with our national athletes and sports leaders, we truly felt the Olympic spirit—one that fuels our commitment to elevate the Philippines and champion inclusivity, excellence, and unity through sports,” he said.
Nestled in the cool highlands of Cavite, the Velodrome stands as a game-changing addition to the nation’s sports infrastructure. Its inauguration was the highlight of the POC’s Olympic Day festivities, which also included a memorandum of agreement for the Paralympics and the awarding of Olympic Solidarity Scholarships to young, promising athletes.
The launch drew prominent figures in Philippine sports, including Olympic medalists Carlos Yulo and Nesthy Petecio, as well as ACC President Dato’ Amarjit Singh Gill, various national sports officials, and local leaders.
With this new world-class facility, the Philippines aims to not only attract more international competitions but also nurture its own athletes. The Velodrome is expected to become a vital training ground for Filipino cyclists aspiring to compete—and win—on the Olympic stage.