Yulo wins gold in Paris

Filipino gymnast Carlos Edriel Yulo made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by winning two gold medals in men's gymnastics, becoming the first Filipino to achieve this feat in a single Olympic edition. Senator Loren Legarda introduced a resolution celebrating Yulo's accomplishments, highlighting the pride he has brought to the Philippines and underscoring the potential of Filipino athletes on the global stage. Yulo secured his first gold in the floor exercise event and followed it up with a second gold in the vault finals, scoring an impressive 15.116 points overall. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. praised Yulo's achievements, expressing national pride and emphasizing unity among Filipinos as they cheered for him. Alongside his victories, Yulo is set to receive significant rewards, including P10 million from the Philippine Sports Commission and a fully furnished condominium. As the Philippines celebrates its centenary at the Olympics, Yulo's success has positioned the country for a potentially record-setting performance.