THE Philippines has fielded Team Pilipinas in almost every competition imaginable, but this lineup might be one of its oddest yet.
In Netflix’s Physical: 100 Asia, a brutal reality contest that pushes human strength, endurance, and willpower to their limits, seven Filipinos from wildly different backgrounds unite under one flag, with camaraderie crossing the boundaries of their respective disciplines.
The spin-off from Korea's popular Physical 100 show began streaming on Netflix last October 28, bringing together the region’s toughest athletes, military men, and celebrities in a grueling test of physical strength and mental fortitude.
With challenges that feel straight out of a sports lab and a survival game combined, it’s not just about muscle —it’s about who can adapt, endure, and outthink the opposition.
Meet Team Philippines
The face of the team, boxing legend, Manny Pacquiao, needs no introduction. Even in retirement, Pacquiao’s competitive fire burns bright — though he bows out after four episodes, his presence set the tone.
MMA fighter and former UFC campainger Mark Striegl enters the arena with a fighter’s instinct. His decades of discipline and combat training make him lethal in terms of both power and patience.
A Filipino-Aussie rugby mainstay of the national team Volcanoes since 2010, Justin Coveney played a part in the sport’s golden era, winning two SEA Games gold medals for the country. Off the field, he’s a lawyer and certified strength coach.
Ray Jefferson Querubin is the Philippines’ Strongest Man for three years straight (2016–2019) and ranked among the world’s Top 10 strongmen in 2017.
Filipino-American hurdler Lauren Brown’s speed is her biggest weapon, being the 2023 Asian Athletics champion in the 400m hurdles.
Lara Liwanag, the country’s top-ranked female CrossFit athlete, thrives where strength meets stamina.
Coming in for PacMan, Justin Hernandez, is a CrossFit coach, HYROX athlete, and the first Filipino male to compete at the CrossFit Games.
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