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Seneca Cabrera

Who Is Justin Hernandez Of 'Physical: Asia'? Meet the New Team Philippines' Captain Replacing Manny Pacquiao

A four-time CrossFit Open national champion, Hernandez blends strength, endurance and agility, calling himself a 'hybrid athlete.' (Credit: @justigas/Instagram)

Filipino CrossFit athlete Justin Hernandez has joined Netflix's competition series Physical: Asia as a new member of Team Philippines, following the mid-season exit of Manny Pacquiao.

Pacquiao, who began the series as team captain, withdrew halfway through filming, citing other commitments in the Philippines. His departure opened a crucial space on the national squad at a point when the competition's intensity was rising.

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