Gymnast Carlos Yulo's history-making double-gold medal performance in the ongoing 2024 Paris Olympics proves that he is a “once-in-a-century Filipino athlete”, says House Speaker Martin Romualdez. Carlos Yulo Gymnast Carlos Yulo's history-making double-gold medal performance in the ongoing 2024 Paris Olympics proves that he is a “once-in-a-century Filipino athlete”. House Speaker Martin Romualdez had this to say Monday morning, Aug.
5 as the country basked in the glory of Yulo's two successive gold medal victories--first, in the men’s floor exercise; and second, in the men’s vault competition. These victories marked the Philippines’ first and second Olympic medals in gymnastics and the country's second and third gold medals since joining the Summer Games a century ago, which were also held in Paris. Romualdez praised Yulo’s achievements for “bringing immense pride and joy to the nation and showcasing the unparalleled talent and dedication of Filipino athletes on the global stage.
” “Carlos Edriel Yulo has proven himself to be a once-in-a-century Filipino athlete. His remarkable performance at the Paris Olympics, winning double gold in both the floor exercise and vault, is a testament to his hard work, perseverance, and exceptional skill,” Declared the Leyte 1st district congressman. Yulo’s victories, according to the Speaker, “have not only made the Philippines proud but also inspired millions of Filipinos, especially the youth, to pursue their drea.