HANGZHOU: Backstopped by the son of an athletic legend and a new Fil-American recruit, the Philippines advanced to the finals of the 4x400 men's relay of the 19th Asian Games here after topping Heat 2 at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium on Tuesday.

Fil-heritage athlete Umajesty Williams led the charge of the Philippines with a team-best 44.16 seconds, followed by athletic great Isidro del Prado's son, Michael, who timed 45.88.

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