Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown houses athletes as Megaworld hosts Ironman 70.3 Philippines
- Sugbo Highlights
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Megaworld once again welcomed thousands of athletes for the recently concluded Ironman 70.3 last August 10, 2025 at Lapu-Lapu City, gathering triathletes from across the country and around the world.
For the fourth consecutive year, The Mactan Newtown township served as the official venue for the prestigious event, transforming into a lively race arena. Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown continued their role as official hotel partner, offering athletes and guests convenience and warm Cebuano hospitality.
The week-long celebration kicked off with a press conference at Belmont Hotel Mactan on August 8, attended by Ironman professional athletes and members of the media, leading up to the highly anticipated race day on August 10.
The Mactan Newtown Beach was the stage for the race’s start, where thousands of competitors took on the swim leg against the scenic backdrop of Mactan’s coastline. The event was graced by Cleofe Albiso, Managing Director of Megaworld Hotels & Resorts, alongside Cebu Provincial Governor Pamela Baricuatro, Congressman Junard “Ahong” Chan, and Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Cindi King-Chan, all of whom expressed their encouragement and support for the athletes.
“Standing here at the frontline, you are already winners. Your Cebuano followers will be at the sidelines, cheering you on,” said Managing Director Albiso, showing her support for the athletes and the community behind them.
Athletes faced a challenging 1.9 km swim course at the Mactan Newtown Beach, followed by 90 km bike course along the Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX), and a 21 km run course before finally crossing the finish line back in the township. Australia's Josh Ferris won the men's professional title in 3:49:11, and New Zealand's Amelia Watkinson won the women's division in 4:14:22.
In the evening, athletes and visitors came together for a victory party enjoying street eats, live beats, and cold beer at the drop-off area of Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown—the perfect way to cap off the day’s events.
For Megaworld Hotels & Resorts, Ironman 70.3 is more than a sporting event. It is an avenue to bring together locals, residents, businesses, and visitors in a show of support and hospitality, positioning Cebu as one of the top sporting destinations in Southeast Asia. More than just a race venue, The Mactan Newtown has also become a place where people connect, celebrate, and take pride in the community.
By championing global events like Ironman 70.3, Megaworld continues to advance wellness, tourism, and community development, leaving a legacy that goes far beyond the finish line.
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About Megaworld Hotels & Resorts
Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) is a subsidiary of Megaworld Corporation under the Alliance Global Group Inc. The hotel chain is the Philippines’ Leading Hotel Group recognized by the World Travel Awards and the country’s largest hotel operator with 13 hotels, 7 brands, and 8,500 room keys including the ones in the pipeline. Experience Filipino hospitality through its signature brand of service, the sampaguita, across its brands including Savoy and Belmont in Boracay, Mactan Cebu, and Pasay. Richmonde hotels in Eastwood, Ortigas, and Iloilo. And Kingsford Hotel and Grand Westside Hotel in Paranaque and Hotel Lucky Chinatown Hotel in Binondo and in Twin Lakes Hotel in Batangas.
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