The Philippines delivered its best-ever performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, securing four medals. Pinay boxers Neshty Petecio and Aira Villegas won bronze medals, while Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo clinched two gold medals, becoming the first Filipino to achieve this feat.
Yulo's victories in the men's floor exercise and vault events brought immense pride to the nation. A grand heroes' welcome awaited the athletes upon their return, including a dinner with President Bongbong Marcos and a parade in Manila.
Yulo was showered with rewards and gifts for his historic achievement, totaling over ₱100 million. Some of the notable rewards included:
- Cash: ₱20 million from the Philippine Sports Commission, ₱20 million from the Office of the President, ₱14 million from the House of Representatives, ₱3 million from the Senate, ₱2 million from the City of Manila, ₱10 million from sports patron Manny V. Pangilinan, ₱5 million from ArenaPlus, ₱3 million from Megaworld, and ₱3 million from Bounty Fresh.
- Properties: ₱32 million condo from Megaworld, ₱6 million Batangas house and lot from Century Properties.
- Vehicles: ₱1 million worth of products from SM Retail, ₱4.8 million Toyota Land Cruiser Prado from Toyota Motors Philippines.
Yulo's exceptional performance has inspired the nation and solidified the Philippines' position as a rising force in international sports.
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