When you’re repping the country in the region’s biggest sports stage, you’ve got to be sure that you look darn good.

Here’s a rundown of all the team and athlete uniforms from the Philippine side since the games kicked off last Monday in the polo fields of Calatagan. Naturally, red, white, and blue tones dominate, but the more exhibition-based sports, like gymnastics, wushu taoulu, dance sport, and ice skating, did their part to liven up the uniform roster.

Gymnastics

 

 

Gymnastic’s golden boy Carlos Yulo wore a gold-trimmed tank top with a sampaguita motif. The Philippine flag runs down both his armpits, ending in striking red tights or, for his other events, shorts.

Water Polo

Yes, these are the most patriotic Speedos ever.

 

According to SportingNews‘ Jordan Heck, Speedos are worn in water polo by men because “it gives your opponents less material to grab.”

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