Puerto Princesa City, Palawan – More than 2,500 runners braved inclement weather to take part in the Puerto Princesa leg of the PalawanPay Trilogy Marathon on October 18, bringing the three-city running series closer to its culminating race in Manila on November 28. The event also marked the Palawan Marathon’s 10th year in the city, making the second leg a special milestone for the Palawan Group.

Runners take off at the starting line of the PalawanPay Trilogy Marathon’s Puerto Princesa leg on October 18

Following the successful Cebu leg, the Puerto Princesa race continued the Trilogy Marathon’s mission to promote an active lifestyle while supporting underserved communities. The Palawan Group’s founders, executives, employees, community organizations, and sukis joined the event, returning to the city where the Group began and its running journey first took shape through the Palawan Express Marathon.

Korina Castro-Fernando, Chief Human Resources Officer of the Palawan Group of Companies, at the PalawanPay Trilogy Marathon’s Puerto Princesa leg.

Bernard V. Kaibigan, Palawan Group’s Chief Marketing Officer

“It is encouraging to see our employees take part in the Trilogy Marathon alongside our founders, partners, and members of the community. Their participation reflects how our commitment to service extends beyond our day-to-day work. Through initiatives like this, we can help address community needs and encourage more people to take part in efforts that make a difference beyond their own workplaces,” said Korina Castro-Fernando, Chief Human Resources Officer of the Palawan Group.

The PalawanPay Trilogy Marathon also advances social advocacy through Malasakit in Motion, upholding the Palawan Group’s commitment to serbisyong may Malasakit along with the running community.  Proceeds from the three-leg series will help fund fully equipped emergency ambulances for underserved communities in Aklan and South Cotabato, extending the event’s impact to communities that need better access to emergency medical services.

“As we celebrate the Palawan Marathon’s 10th year in Puerto Princesa, we are reminded of the community that has been part of our journey since the beginning. We are deeply grateful to the people of Palawan for their continued trust and support, which have helped the Palawan Group grow and enabled us to keep creating opportunities to give back. This milestone is not just a celebration of the marathon’s journey, but also a tribute to the community that continues to inspire us to serve and make a difference,” said Lilian Castro-Selda, Chief Finance Officer of the Palawan Group.

Lilian Castro-Selda, Chief Finance Officer of the Palawan Group of Companies, delivers her remarks during the PalawanPay Trilogy Marathon’s Puerto Princesa leg.

Palawan Group of Companies Chairman and Founder Bobby L. Castro (wearing green cap) gathers with participants at the starting line of the PalawanPay Trilogy Marathon’s Puerto Princesa leg on October 18.

The Puerto Princesa leg was held in partnership with the Puerto Princesa City Government as part of the local celebrations surrounding the Subaraw Festival happening on November 26, 2026.

The Trilogy Marathon will conclude on November 28, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City. Runners can join the final leg of the three-city series and support its advocacy. Visit the official Race Roster page for event details and registration updates.