By MARK REY MONTEJO
With two medals from gymnast Carlos Yulo and one bronze each from boxers Nesthy Petecio and Aira Villegas, the Philippines marked its most fruitful campaign in Olympic history since joining the meet a century ago in the lovely city of Paris.
The results are clear, and it was the testament of hard work and dedication of the athletes and proof of the national government’s consistent support for the sports program.
“The Paris Olympics has officially ended and we reached new heights in Philippine sports history,” Philippine Sports Commission Chairman Richard Bachmann stated.
“We cannot imagine the joy flowing through every Filipino as the country secured two golds and two bronze medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics—the highest number we’ve ever achieved,” he added.
According to Bachmann, the medals are evidence of the continued success of the sports programs here in the country.
“With our recent performance in Paris, we have proved that our sporting success is sustainable and expanding,” Bachmann continued. “The Philippine Sports Commission is committed to do a better job by pounding on the growing motivation of every Filipino, especially aspiring athletes.”
Bachmann also emphasized the importance of sports, particularly its positive effects and development of national grassroots sports initiatives which the commission aims to promote.
“Our agenda has proven effective, as shown by the global victories we achieved. We can support the rise of new talents to reach the highest levels and produce world-class athletes which will continuously connect our country’s name within the international sporting limelight.” he continued.
He stressed as well that they will upgrade the sporting facilities so each one could cater more aspiring athletes to serve as springboard for a much greater outcome on the global stage.
“These milestones we have written basically are the fruit of the non-stop support of the government for the sake of the athletes and Philippine sports. This support covers all, from grassroots to elite level. This year, the country’s primary sporting facilities will start its upgrade to cater more aspiring athletes in bid to intensify our global sporting campaign,” he added.
“Congratulations to the Philippines! Let’s all work together to empower our national pride and inspire generations,” he concluded.
