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Pool icons Francisco "Django" Bustamante and Jeremy Jones. Handout photo

MANILA, PHILIPPINES. 17 Oct, 24. during REYES CUP 2024 at Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Rizel Memorial Sports Complex on Thursday, October 17, 2024 in MANILA, PHILIPPINES.Credit: Taka Wu/Matchroom Multi Sport

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REYES CUP 2024, MANILA, PHILIPPINES

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/175947587100320241017tgw_ReyesCup24_907_4762_embed.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Pool icons Francisco &quot;Django&quot; Bustamante and Jeremy Jones on October 17, 2024. Taka Wu, Matchroom Multi Sport"/>Pool icons Francisco &quot;Django&quot; Bustamante and Jeremy Jones on October 17, 2024. Taka Wu, Matchroom Multi Sport</div>MANILA -- Pool icons Francisco &quot;Django&quot; Bustamante and Jeremy Jones have been confirmed as the non-playing captains for the second edition of the Reyes Cup, set for October 16–19 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.Bustamante, a former world champion, will take the helm of Team Asia as they look to defend their crown on home soil, while former US Open Champion Jones makes his debut as captain of Team Rest of the World.The captaincy announcement marks another chapter in the growing Reyes Cup story.<div><a class="fr-green fr-strong" href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/sports/othersports/2025/7/26/team-asia-to-defend-reyes-cup-title-vs-first-ever-team-rest-of-the-world-0000">READ: Team Asia to defend Reyes Cup title vs first-ever Team Rest of the World</a></div>Bustamante and Jones crossed paths in an exhibition during the inaugural Reyes Cup last year. Now, they return to Manila in new roles — as tactical leaders of their respective teams.Bustamante will aim to harness his decades of experience and deep connection to the Filipino crowd to guide Team Asia in their title defense. &quot;It is such an honor to be named captain of Team Asia, especially here in the Philippines. The Reyes Cup means so much to our fans, and I will do everything I can to lead our team to defend the title Efren claimed. Last year was special, but this year we know the challenge will be even greater. Jeremy is a great champion and competitor, but I am ready to keep the Cup in Asia,&quot; said Bustamante.Meanwhile, Jones brings a wealth of strategic knowledge and will rally Team Rest of the World as they aim to spoil the party on enemy turf.&quot;I’m thrilled to take on the role of captain for Team Rest of the World. The chance to offer my experience to the Reyes Cup is a real privilege. Team Asia will be tough, especially with Django at the helm, but we’re coming to Manila with one mission: to make history and take that trophy back with us,&quot; he added.With captains confirmed, attention now turns to the final player qualification spots, to be decided at the Hanoi Open Pool Championship from October 7 to 12.Wildcard selections will follow shortly thereafter.

Pool icons Francisco "Django" Bustamante and Jeremy Jones have been confirmed as the non-playing captains for the second edition of the Reyes Cup, set for October 16–19 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.

Pool icons Francisco "Django" Bustamante and Jeremy Jones have been confirmed as the non-playing captains for the second edition of the Reyes Cup, set for October 16–19 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.

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