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Filipino Jet Ski Racer Vito Tinio at Toyota-2W Waterjet Pro Tour 2025 in Thailand

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<div style="text-align:left"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755783290353vito tinio 3.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>From placing 4th at the Waterjet World Grand Prix #1 (WGP#1) Waterjet World Cup 2024, young Filipino jet ski racer <strong>Vito Miguel Tinio </strong>achieved yet another milestone, returning to the water stronger and faster. This time, the 14-year-old athlete emerged on top, finishing the competition as the champion of Round 4 of the <strong>T</strong><strong>oyota 2W-Waterjet Pro Tour 2025</strong> in Phayao, Thailand for Junior 13-15 years old Runabout 1100 Stock and ranking second for champion of Thailand overall.</p><p>Vito participated in the competition, held from August 15–17, 2025, eventually outpacing nine other riders from Thailand and Laos. He credits his enhanced performance to his tuner, Attapon Oil of 777 performance from Thailand.</p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755783433993vito tinio 9.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755783456234vito tinio 8.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Vito with his co-winners from Thailand who became his friends through the years.</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Representing the Philippines, Vito powered through the intense three-day competition, proudly bringing home a trophy that represented the culmination of his training. </p><p>Vito trained for months leading up to the race under the mentorship of Coach BJ Ang in Subic, Philippines. The rigorous training paid off, with his speed, control, and determination making him a standout on the water.</p><p>It&#x27;s not easy to deal with the pressure, juggle training and studying, and stay focused the whole time, but Vito was determined to make it to the top and proudly wave the Philippine flag on the podium once again.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755783698815vito tinio 5.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755784126919vito tinio 6.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner"></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755784145439vito tinio 7.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755783731757vito tinio 1.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner" spellcheck="false">Philippines represent: Vito with the other Filipino jetski riders: Anton Ignacio, Sydney Sarmiento, Bam Manglicmot, Mico Tengson, and Marco Tengson—all winners as well, bringing pride to their country.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Balancing school and sports has been a tough ride for the young athlete. A student at Ateneo de Manila Junior High School, Vito juggles his academics with his training schedule, but he has no qualms about it. Despite the challenges, his discipline and passion for the sport continue to drive him forward.</p><p style="text-align:left">This isn’t Vito’s first time making waves abroad. He is slowly building a reputation in the jet ski scene, and his latest win in Thailand solidifies his spot among the top young riders in Asia.</p><p style="text-align:left">Next on his horizon: bigger competitions and bigger goals. Vito is now aiming to join upcoming international events, including the prestigious Jet Ski World Series, with legs in Europe, Japan, and the USA.</p><p style="text-align:left">With his sights set on global podiums, Vito Miguel Tinio is proving that age is just a number when it comes to reaching one&#x27;s goals. The Philippines has a new jet ski champ, and his journey is just getting started.</p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Photos courtesy of <strong>Charisse Tinio</strong></p>

<p>With his sights set on global podiums, Vito Miguel Tinio is proving that age is just a number when it comes to reaching one's goals. The Philippines has a new jet ski champ, and his journey is just getting started.</p>

With his sights set on global podiums, Vito Miguel Tinio is proving that age is just a number when it comes to reaching one's goals. The Philippines has a new jet ski champ, and his journey is just getting started.

14-Year-Old Vito Tinio Makes a Name in the Jet Ski Scene With His Waterjet Pro Tour Victory in Thailand

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14-Year-Old Vito Tinio Makes a Name in the Jet Ski Scene With His Waterjet Pro Tour Victory in Thailand

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Published August 21, 2025 09:55 PM PHT

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