President Ferdinand Martin Romualdez said Sunday that Carlos Yulo's “monumental achievement” resonates deeply with every Filipino heart and “symbolizes the indomitable spirit and resilience of the Filipino people.”
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“Carlos Edriel Yulo has not only reached the pinnacle of athletic excellence, but has also emerged as a sports hero and national treasure who is a beacon of hope and inspiration for all Filipinos,” Romualdez said.
Yulo won the country's first gold medal at the Olympics in gymnastics. It was the Philippines' second gold medal since its participation in the Summer Games 100 years ago.
“Today, we celebrate a monumental achievement that resonates deeply with every Filipino heart. Carlos Edriel Yulo has not only risen to the pinnacle of athletic excellence but has also become a sports hero and national treasure, igniting a beacon of hope and inspiration for all Filipinos,” Romualdez said.
