Wrestlers overpower karetekas, paddlers

Filipino grapplers from the Wrestling Association of the Philippines captured the overall title in the Olympic Day Celebration held Saturday at Philsports Arena in Pasig City.

The national wrestlers compiled 40 points after topping the vortex javelin throw, obstacle course and mixed medley relay at the track oval to topple the elite and developmental athletes from the karatedo and canoe-kayak federations. Indoor hockey athletes placed fourth.

The Olympic Day event is an annual celebration of the International Olympic Committee among its member national Olympic committees worldwide.