MANILA, Philippines — More than 300 entries vie in the 2018 World Slasher Cup Invitational nine-cock derby on Monday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Known as the Olympics of cockfighting, the World Slasher Cup began in the early ‘60s and became an international event starting in 1988.
Hosted by Pintakasi of Champions, the 10-day cockfest that runs until Feb. 7 has attracted local and international champions.
One of WSC’s main backers is the Filipino-owned company Excellence Poultry & Livestock Specialists, along with PitGames Media Inc. of Manny Berbano as media partner.
In a press gathering in Novotel Manila-Araneta Center’s Versailles Tent today, returning WSC champs will be introduced to the public, including Frank Berin, Anthony Lim and the Escolin Brothers.
The traditional Pitting of the Birds, with the 2017 Binibining Pilipinas Queens in attendance, will highlight today’s event.
Meanwhile, foreign contenders include Ray Alexander of Alabama, a consistent WSC participant; Lonnie Harper of Mississippi, who is famous for his Mule Train greys; and Mike Formosa of California.
