MANILA, Philippines — Eric Jed Olivarez solidified his position as a standout in Philippine tennis, claiming the Dagitab Festival National Open crown with a 6-4, 6-4 victory over John Benedict Aguilar at the City of Naga courts in Cebu over the weekend.

Unlike in their previous Open final encounter, where Olivarez cruised past Aguilar, 6-4, 6-1, the championship proved to be a sterner test for the 26-year-old champion. In the second set, Olivarez rallied from a 1-2 deficit to claim the straight-set victory, adding another prestigious trophy to his growing collection.