The Philippines’ first Olympic gold medal, in a sport that is not popular in the Philippines, did not happen by accident. It was a journey that began three decades ago in Barangay Mampang, Zamboanga City. Here, exceptional talent, visionary leadership, and an audacious grassroots program converged to give Hidilyn Diaz the boost she needed early…
By: Bong Lozada – Reporter/INQUIRER.net / October 24, 2021 MANILA, Philippines—Carlos Yulo’s redemption arc produced its first gold after he captured the gold medal in men’s vault at the 2021 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships Sunday at Kitakyushu City Gymnasium in Japan. The 21-year-old scored an average of 14.916 boosted by a 15.033 in his…
Beverly L. Jenkins, June 29, 2020, InspireMore When we’re forced to make a split-second decision, our true colors are often on full display. Ivan Fernandez Anaya showed his character on a race track in Navarra, Spain, and in the process he wound up showing the world what true sportsmanship looks like! Ivan is a long-distance…
By: Mark Giongco – Reporter /INQUIRER.net / July 26, 2021 MANILA, Philippines — Carrying the weight of a country long seeking for Olympic glory, Hidilyn Diaz finally ended the seemingly interminable quest Monday night. Diaz, in her fourth straight Olympics, delivered the Philippines’ breakthrough gold medal after conquering the women’s 55 kilograms weightlifting competition at…