Ayala Foundation recently welcomed 19 of the Philippines’ top athletes into the Atletang Ayala program, which supports Filipino sports talents in their athletic pursuits while offering career development within the Ayala group. This new cohort includes competitors from the Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024 Olympics, as well as the Paris 2024 Paralympics, with notable Olympians […]
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RESULTS & SCHEDULES: Team Philippines Medal Hunt at Paris Olympics
UPDATED August 12. Team Philippines’ journey at the 2024 Paris Olympics ended on a high note as the top-ranking Southeast Asian nation on the Medal Tally with 2 Gold and 2 Bronze medals. From 69th place in the 2016 Rio Olympics to 50th spot in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the Philippines closed its campaign at 37th […]
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Toyota Delivers Next-Gen Sustainable Mobility Solutions for Paris Olympics and Paralympics
In preparation for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Toyota Motor Corporation has strengthened its partnership with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) by delivering 3,374 sustainable mobility vehicles. These Toyota vehicles will support athletes, officials, volunteers, accredited media, and spectators at the Paris Games, highlighting Toyota’s commitment to […]
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Carlos Yulo and Ernie Gawilan Join Global Team Toyota Athletes in Paris Olympics
World Champion gymnast Carlos Yulo and Paralympics medalist Ernie Gawilan have joined the Toyota Asia Team in the race to the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, France this 2024. Artistic gymnastics star Yulo and para swimmer Gawilan are the two Filipino champions among the 11 Asian athletes and more than 200 Global Team Toyota […]
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Filipina Fencer Samantha Catantan Secures Historic Spot at Paris Olympics
Filipina fencer Samantha Catantan has etched her name in history by clinching a coveted spot at the Paris Olympics, marking the Philippines’ return to fencing 32 years after Walter Torres participated in the 1992 Barcelona Games. The 22-year-old former University Athletics Association of the Philippines standout from the University of the East punched her ticket […]
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Filipino Gymnast Carlos Yulo Wins Gold and Silver at FIG World Cup in Qatar, Showcases Readiness for Paris Olympics
The Philippines’ renowned gymnast, Carlos “Caloy” Edriel Yulo, demonstrated his prowess at the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) Artistic Gymnastics World Cup in Qatar, clinching both gold and silver medals and solidifying his position as a top contender for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Yulo, a Filipino world champion athlete, displayed exceptional form as he secured the […]
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Filipino Weightlifters Set Sights on Olympic Gold in Paris: Meet the Trio Aiming to Repeat Hidilyn Diaz’s Feat
Three Filipino weightlifters are gearing up to repeat the historic Olympic gold achievement of Hidilyn Diaz as they prepare for the Paris Summer Games. John Ceniza, Elreen Ando, and Vanessa Sarno are on track to fulfill their Olympic dreams after securing qualifications for the quadrennial event. Joining a cohort of six athletes already qualified to […]
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Six Filipino Athletes Set Sights on Gold at Paris Olympics: Meet the National Pride
Six Filipino athletes are vying for gold at the upcoming Paris Olympics, building on the Philippines’ historic performance in Tokyo. Among them are world-renowned figures like Ernest John Obiena in pole vaulting, Carlos Edriel Yulo in gymnastics, and Olympic medalists in boxing Eumir Marcial and Nesthy Petecio.
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Filipino EJ Obiena Triumphs in Croatia, Sets New Records Ahead of Paris Olympics
BREAKING NEWS: The Philippines’ Ernest John “EJ” Obiena has just started his pole vault competition season with a big win while breaking records early this morning at the Memorial Josip Gašparac in Croatia, a World Athletics Indoor Bronze event which witnessed a showcase of the Filipino athlete’s readiness for his gold medal bid at the Paris Olympics.
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EJ Obiena Gears Up for Paris Olympics with 3 Global Athletics Competitions
Filipino pole vault sensation Ernest John “EJ” Obiena is gearing up for the 2024 Paris Olympics with a series of high-profile competitions. Obiena’s first stop is the Memorial Josip Gašparac in Croatia, a notable World Athletics Indoor Tour Bronze event. This gathering is among the largest athletic meetings globally and will showcase Obiena’s readiness for his gold medal pursuit after shying away from previous meets to prepare for the Summer Games.
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