The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) is celebrating a strong performance by Filipino athletes on the global stage. POC President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino proudly highlighted the achievements, noting the country’s impressive standing amidst fierce international competition.
Philippines Shines at Paris Olympics
The Philippines secured two gold medals and two bronze medals, placing them in a tie for 35th position with Hong Kong China in the overall medals race. This achievement is significant for a nation competing against some of the world’s elite athletes.
- Gold Medalists: Carlos Yulo shone brightly, clinching gold in both the floor exercise and vault categories of gymnastics.
- Bronze Medalists: Boxers Nesthy Petecio and Aiza Villegas added to the medal tally with their bronze wins.
![PHILIPPINE Olympic Committee president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino in a discussion with Carlos Yulo, gymnastics head Cynthia Carrion, secretary-general Atty. Wharton Chan and POC secretariat member Bob Moran of tennis. [photo: POC Media Pool]](http://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/cong-bambol_yulo.png)
Tolentino expressed optimism about the future, emphasizing the need for an aggressive program as the nation gears up for the Los Angeles 2024 Olympics. “We wanted more from Paris, but with two gold and two bronze medals, we have laid a solid foundation. We are focused on achieving even greater success in Los Angeles,” he said.
The Philippines’ performance at the Paris Olympics demonstrates the country’s growing prowess in sports and sets a hopeful tone for future international competitions. As the POC prepares for the next Olympic cycle, the focus will be on building upon this success and striving for excellence on the world stage.
The Philippine Olympic Committee is dedicated to promoting and developing sports in the Philippines, working towards achieving excellence and inspiring national pride through Olympic participation and success.
