After all his struggles, Carlos Yulo is officially an Olympic gold medalist after bagging first place in the floor exercise of Paris 2024.
The Philippines has its second gold medal ever in the Olympic Games.
In a breathtaking display of skill and artistry, Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo clinched the gold medal in the men’s floor exercise at the Bercy Arena in Paris 2024 on Saturday, August 3 (Philippine time).
This is the Philippines' first gold medal of Paris 2024, the first for a male Philippine athlete (Hidilyn Diaz was the first Filipina), and the first in artistic gymnastics.
Yulo's performance captivated audiences and judges alike, earning him an impressive score of 15.000.
Yulo delivered a flawless routine that showcased his signature combination of high-flying tumbles and intricate spins. His execution was near perfect, with each move executed with finesse and confidence.
The routine’s difficulty level, combined with his exceptional performance, secured him the top spot on the podium.
This victory marks a historic milestone in Yulo's career, solidifying his status as one of the world's elite gymnasts. He couldn't believe it.
Israel's Artem Dolgopyat settled for silver with a score of 14.966, while Great Britain's Jake Jarman secured bronze after his 14.933 score.
For only the second time in Olympics history, the Philippine anthem was played in the medal ceremony. The first was for weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz in Tokyo 2020.
Yulo pumped his fists up before receiving his gold medal, which he proudly showed off on camera.
Yulo will still have the vault apparatus on Sunday, August 4 where he will try to bring home another gold for the Philippines.