CEBU CITY -- Davao City's Karatedo gold medalist failed to defend his title in this years Philippine National Games.

Rexor Tacay of Davao City, a member of the national karatedo team, was hurt during a quarterfinals fight against a Dagupan rival earlier.

He won during the match against Dagupan, failed to play in the semifinals due to severe pain that is feared to be an Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.