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MPT DriveHub wins Tour of Luzon with HUAWEI Watch GT 5

Published May 7, 2025 09:35 am

At A Glance

  • HUAWEI powered the MPT DriveHub Cycling Team to victory in the Tour of Luzon: The Great Revival, a grueling 1,074.9-kilometer race across Northern and Central Luzon. Equipped with the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series, riders gained real-time performance insights, precise GPS tracking, and long-lasting battery life—showcasing how smart technology can drive elite athletic performance and promote community wellness.

HUAWEI continues its mission to promote healthier communities through technology by partnering with Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) for the ‘The Great Revival: Tour of Luzon.’ The 8-day, 1,074.9-kilometer cycling race concluded on May 1 in Baguio City, with the MPT DriveHub Cycling Team emerging as the overall champion. 

Glory on the Great Revival

The Tour of Luzon returned in full force with 13 local and 4 international teams racing through 7 provinces in Northern and Central Luzon.

The MPT DriveHub Cycling Team, secured the Perpetual Trophy and a PHP 1 million cash prize, with standout rider Mervin Corpuz named "Sprint King".
MPT DriveHub Cycling Team’s Mervin Corpuz expressed pride in their team’s performance, highlighting the combined effort that led to their victory, saying, “We’re very happy. Every one from the team gave it our all. It’s really the whole team’s effort that brought us here.”

Cycling Smarter with the HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Series

During the race, MPT DriveHub Cycling Team partnered with HUAWEI, which helped them deliver a strong performance powered by the innovative HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series. The HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 supports over 100 sports and workout modes that include basketball, swimming, paddling, running, and cycling. The Cycling feature on the smartwatch allowed the MPT DriveHub Cycling Team to see real-time insights on heart rate, cadence, calories burned, and speed, which enabled the cyclists to manage their exertion efficiently throughout each stage.

According to Mervin Corpuz, the MPT DriveHub Cycling Team found the real-time cycling performance and health insights from the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series helpful. “It allowed us to pace ourselves across each stage,” he said.

The HUAWEI TruSense System allowed the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 to deliver next-level health, fitness, and emotional wellbeing tracking. Its Sunflower Positioning System allowed the smartwatch to deliver precise GPS tracking with full-color route navigation, helping the cyclists stay on course throughout varied, challenging terrain. “The HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series’ helped us navigate our trail better,” remarked Corpuz. “We were able to really focus on our performance.”

The HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 also delivered on battery life for the long 8-day race. The smartwatch offers up to 14 days of battery life on a single charge, ensuring uninterrupted performance even during extended use. “I was impressed by the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series’ battery life. We were able to use the smartwatch throughout the race without interruption,” claimed Corpuz.  

“It was an honor to lead the team. I’m proud and thankful that we gave our best till the last leg,” shared Corpuz on the team’s experience during the tour.

Moving Communities Forward with Groundbreaking Technology

HUAWEI’s partnership with MPTC for the Tour of Luzon underscored its enduring commitment to improving lives through innovative technology that moves with users, whether they are elite athletes or everyday individuals. HUAWEI aims to continue championing healthier lifestyles and stronger community ties through innovation. The Tour of Luzon is one of many initiatives driving HUAWEI’s mission to promote a more connected and health-conscious society.

Looking ahead, HUAWEI intends to collaborate with even more communities across the Philippines to continue bringing people, from all walks of life, together and empowering them with groundbreaking technology. 

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