MANILA, Philippines — Rising stars Ricielle Maleeka Melencio, Nicola Queen Diamante, and Aishel Evangelista dominated the podium on the first day of the Philippine Aquatics, Inc. 'Go Full Speedo' Swim Series 2 Championships at the Teofilo Yldefonso swimming pool in Malate, Manila.

Melencio, 20, of Ayala Harpoons Swim Club, won two gold medals in the girls' 19-over 50m butterfly (31.58s) and 200m freestyle (2:19.26).

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