Nesthy Petecio brings her own brand of determination and pedigree to ArenaPlus. (Photos from Philippine Olympic Committee)
MANILA, Philippines – From an Olympic silver medal in Tokyo to a bronze in Paris, Nesthy Petecio has established herself as one of the most accomplished boxers in Philippine sports history. She now begins a new journey as an ArenaPlus ambassador.
Petecio joins a growing roster of ArenaPlus ambassadors that includes NBA legend Derrick Rose, PBA star Scottie Thompson, and professional golfer Miguel Tabuena, bringing her own brand of determination and championship pedigree to the family.
For Petecio, the partnership with ArenaPlus, the No. 1 PAGCOR-licensed online sportsbook in the Philippines, is an opportunity to connect with more Filipinos and inspire the next generation of athletes.
“Unang-una po, nagpapasalamat ako sa ArenaPlus sa tiwala at sa opportunity na maging bahagi ng kanilang pamilya. Bilang isang atleta, malaking bagay po sa amin kapag may mga brands na naniniwala at sumusuporta sa mga Pilipinong atleta. Kasi hindi lang naman po medalya at panalo yung importante. Malaking bagay din yung malaman mong may mga taong naniniwala sa kakayahan mo at sa pinaghirapan mo,” said Petecio.
“Kaya excited din po ako sa partnership na ito, at sana, sa pamamagitan nito, mas marami pa tayong ma-inspire na mga Pilipino, lalo na yung mga kabataang may pangarap sa sports. Maraming salamat po sa ArenaPlus sa pagtitiwala.”
Petecio’s journey to Olympic success was far from easy.
Growing up in poverty in Davao del Sur, she and her siblings collected chicken droppings to sell as fertilizer to help their family make ends meet. She also joined inter-barangay competitions, where participants were given meals regardless of whether they won or lost.
What began as a way to help her family survive eventually became her path to a better future. Despite the hardships and challenges she faced, Petecio persevered, fighting her way from local competitions to the world’s biggest sporting stage.
She went on to win gold at the 2019 AIBA Women’s World Championships before making history at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where she captured silver in the women’s featherweight division. At Paris 2024, she added a bronze medal, becoming the first Filipino boxer to win multiple Olympic medals.
Beyond her achievements on the world stage, Petecio also claimed gold medals at the Southeast Asian Games in 2019 and 2023.
“We’re proud to welcome Nesthy to the ArenaPlus family. What makes her story so inspiring isn’t just the medals she’s won, but everything she had to overcome to get there,” said Ethan William, Head of ArenaPlus, professionally known as Layson.
“She came from humble beginnings, fought through setbacks, and never gave up on her dream. Today, she’s a two-time Olympic medalist who has made the entire country proud. We want to celebrate that kind of determination and inspire more Filipinos to believe that, no matter where they come from, their dreams are worth pursuing.”
Through its growing roster of ambassadors, ArenaPlus continues to build connections with Filipino sports fans and celebrate athletes whose achievements inspire the nation.
About DigiPlus
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines. It introduced the leading platforms BingoPlus and ArenaPlus, widely known for their engaging interactive gaming and sports entertainment experiences. DigiPlus also operates GameZone, with more to come. For more information, visit www.digiplus.com.ph.
About ArenaPlus
ArenaPlus is the #1 PAGCOR-licensed online sportsbook in the Philippines, providing a secure and engaging sports betting and streaming experience. Launched in 2023, ArenaPlus features a wide range of local and international sports and continues to expand its presence through key partnerships across major leagues, including the NBA, PBA, and PVL.
ArenaPlus is committed to strengthening the sports community by supporting local athletes, highlighting their dedication and the hard work behind their journeys, and inspiring community pride.
