Philippines wins bid to host 2025 FIVB Men's World Championship

The Philippines is set to host the 2025 FIVB Men's World Championship.

The FIVB made the announcement on Wednesday as the country became the successful bidder.

"This prestigious event will not only inspire a new generation of athletes but will also help to encourage increased participation in sport at all levels in the country and wider region," FIVB President Dr. Ary S. Graça said in a statement on Volleyball World's report.

"We are confident that the Philippines, supported by our innovative Volleyball Empowerment programme, will host an extraordinary World Championship that will leave a lasting legacy and help to cultivate an even brighter future for our sport globally," Graça added.

Philippine National Volleyball Federation president Ramon 'Tats' Suzara said the country is ready to host the championship.

“For this, I am ready, our team is ready, the Philippines is ready to boldly face the challenge and to fulfil the dream, as we work collectively to serve volleyball. If you love volleyball then you will surely love the Philippines. See you all in 2025," Suzara said in the report.

The Philippines formally launched its bid in February, banking on the success of the country's hosting of the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) in 2022 and 2023.

The said VNL tours were held in the Smart Araneta Coliseum and Mall of Asia Arena, which will also be eyed as venues for the hosting of the World Championship.

—JKC, GMA Integrated News