Fifteen horseracing personalities, including the late Fernando Poe, Jr., were recognized during the recent 2023 Philracom Hall of Fame Induction Night held at the Manila Diamond Hotel’s Grand Ballroom.
Leading off those inducted were the legendary jockeys Jose “Pepe” Saulog, Joe Noel Camu, Jesse Guce, Patricio “Pati” Dilema and Jonathan “Unoh” Hernandez.
Also inducted was the late Manuel “Maning” Henson, represented by equally renowned trainer Ray Henson, and Ruben Tupas.
Also honored were horse owners Rolando “Rolly” Rojas, Enrique “Henry” Cojuangco, represented by Enrique “Kit” Cojuangco Jr. , Aristeo “Putch” Puyat and Jose “Peping” Cojuangco.
Former Phlracom Chairman and now Permanent Ambassador of the Philippines to the United Nations Antonio Manuel “Tonette” Lagdameo, represented by his daughter Senior Undersecretary Ma. Regina Victoria Lagdameo, was also inducted for his innovations and contributions to the world of local horseracing.
Also inducted was the late Ronald Allan “FPJ” Poe, who was represented by his grandson Bryan Poe Llamanzares.
“Da King” was not only an actor but a true-blue horseracing enthusiast and horseowner. He even greatly helped in the promotion of horseracing through the various movies he produced.
Also inducted were Jose “Bebo” Quiroz and Herminio “Hermie” Esguerra.
