FILIPINO gymnast Carlos Yulo received more gold than the gold he won at the Olympic Games in Paris earlier this month.
This time he received the real, glittering ones.
It came from Cebuana Lhuillier via a set of specially made gold bars as a tribute to the pocket dynamo from Leveriza in Manila for his unforgettable performance in the French capital.
The unique gold collection has been carefully curated by one of the country’s most trusted financial companies and minted in Mr. Yulo’s likeness.
Mr. Yulo, accompanied by Gymnastics Association of the Philippines head Cynthia Carrion, personally received the priceless memento during an exclusive event hosted by Cebuana Lhuillier President and Chief Executive Officer Jean Henri Lhuillier, Chairman and Founder and Ambassador Philippe Jones Lhuillier and Senior Executive Vice President Philippe André Lhuillier.
“Today (Wednesday) we celebrate not just medals and records, but the indomitable spirit of a young man who defied all odds, pushed boundaries and made our nation proud,” said Jean Henri, who also heads the Amateur Softball Association of the Philippines . which also supports other sports such as tennis and basketball.
“For Carlos (Yulo), these gold bars symbolize more than just metal: they represent your unwavering commitment to greatness. May they inspire you to continue to reach new heights,” he added.
The Lhuilliers also donated P100,000 to help develop the sport in the country. — Joey Villar