Carlos Yulo

2024 - 8 - 4

From Phobic to Gold Rush: Carlos Yulo Flips to Olympic Glory!

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Carlos Yulo flips his way into history books—winning the Philippines' second Olympic gold medal!

In a breathtaking display of strength and artistry, Carlos Yulo has captured the hearts of millions with his historic win at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The 24-year-old gymnast has become the first Filipino Olympian to clinch a medal in gymnastics, shaking the floors (literally!) by taking home the gold in the men’s floor exercise finals. With a score of 15.000, Yulo edged out defending champion Artem Dolgopyat of Israel, who followed closely behind with a score of 14.966, while Britain's Jake Jarman secured bronze with a 14.933. This moment marks a monumental achievement for the Philippines, establishing Yulo as a household name in athletic circles.

Yulo's journey to this incredible milestone wasn't just about physical strength; it was a testament to perseverance and dedication. Competing in a field brimming with talent, his winning routine combined breathtaking flips and precision landings, mesmerizing judges and viewers alike. Yulo's performance was a perfect blend of technique and showmanship, showcasing not just his skills but his artistry in a sport where every second on the mat counts. He has become an inspiration not just for aspiring gymnasts, but for all Filipinos dreaming of achieving greatness on the world stage.

The echoes of Yulo’s achievement resonated across social media as well, with fans and fellow athletes celebrating this win for the Philippines with countless messages of support. Yulo dedicated his gold medal to Filipino people, underscoring that while he may have earned the medal, he did it for the nation. The overwhelming pride felt by his supporters, both online and in the stands, reflects the collective spirit of unity and strength that typically accompanies Olympic glory. The hashtag #YuloGold has been trending across platforms, drawing national and international attention to the gymnast who has become a beacon of hope and talent.

Let’s flip to some fun facts about gymnastics and the Olympics! Gymnastics has been a part of the modern Olympic Games since its inception in 1896, and it features a variety of disciplines, including artistic, rhythmic, and trampoline gymnastics. Interestingly, Carlos Yulo’s gold medal win makes him only the second Olympic champion ever for the Philippines, a milestone previously achieved by weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz in Tokyo 2021. With Yulo’s triumph, it's clear that Filipino athletes are making waves and setting standards in international sports. Keep your eyes peeled – this golden boy seems destined for even greater heights!

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Carlos Yulo delivers clutch routine for historic floor exercise gold ... (Olympics)

The 24-year-old is the first Filipino to win a medal of any colour in gymnastics at the Olympic Games.

Gymnastics recap, Aug. 3: Biles wins career gold No. 7, Yulo ... (NBC Olympics)

Artistic gymnastics continued on Aug. 3 with the first day of event finals. Simone Biles grabbed career gold No. 7 and Carlos Yulo and Rhys McClenaghan both ...

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Carlos Yulo wins gold to become Philippines' second Olympic ... (ESPN.co.uk)

Carlos Yulo is now only the second Philippine athlete to become an Olympic champion after winning the gold medal in the artistic gymnastics men's floor ...

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Gymnast Carlos Yulo becomes the second athlete from the ... (goskagit.com)

Carlos Yulo won the second Olympic gold medal ever for the Philippines, edging defending champion Artem Dolgopyat of Israel in the men's floor exercise ...

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Who is Olympic gold winner Carlos Yulo? (GMA News Online)

Carlos Yulo, a Filipino gymnast, is the Philippines' second Olympic gold medalist after ruling the men's floor exercise finals in the 2024 Paris Olympics on ...

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Golden boy: Carlos Yulo bags Olympic floor exercise gold in Paris ... (Rappler)

Gymnastics star Carlos Yulo lives up to his potential and becomes the Philippines' second Olympic champion following his golden floor exercise routine in ...

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Philippines wins floor exercise gold medal at Paris Olympics (Nation Thailand)

Carlos Yulo successfully delivered Team Philippines' first gold medal in the Paris Olympics 2024, ruling the men's artistic gymnastics floor exercise final ...

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Paris Olympics 2024: Gymnast Carlos Yulo becomes only second ... (Sportstar)

Carlos Yulo won the second Olympic gold medal ever for the Philippines, edging defending champion Artem Dolgopyat of Israel in the men's floor exercise ...

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Carlos Yulo dedicates Olympic gold to Filipinos (GMA News Online)

Carlos Yulo produced a spectacular performance to win the men's floor exercise final at the Paris Games on Saturday, earning Philippines their first-ever ...

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Carlos Yulo Wins 2nd Olympic Gold Medal Ever for Philippines (Jakarta Globe)

The 24-year-old Yulo scored 15.000, just ahead of Dolgopyat, the defending champion at 14.966. Jake Jarman of Britain claimed the bronze with a 14.933. Yulo ...

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Carlos Edriel Yulo wins historic gold for Philippines with floor ... (Reuters)

Carlos Edriel Yulo produced a spectacular performance to win the men's floor exercise final at the Paris Games on Saturday, earning Philippines their ...

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Ph gymnast Carlos Yulo wins Olympic Gold in floor exercise event at ... (GMA News Online)

Gymnast Carlos Edriel Yulo became the second Filipino to win an Olympic gold medal as he topped Artistic Gymnastics men's floor exercise event at the Paris ...

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House to give P3M to Carlos Yulo for bagging gold medal at Paris ... (GMA News Online)

The House of Representatives will award P3 million to Carlos Yulo for winning a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Saturday, Representative Elizaldy ...

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Carlos Yulo becomes the second Filipino Olympian to win a gold ... (Tatler Asia)

With dozens of medals hanging from his neck, Carlos Yulo adds an Olympic gold to his name—making him the second Filipino Olympian gold medallist.

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Gymnast Carlos Yulo gives Philippines its second Olympic gold (The Star Online)

PARIS, (France): Twice, Carlos Yulo let out a roar during the floor exercise finals of men's gymnastics in the Paris Olympics.

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Marcos congratulates Carlos Yulo for winning Olympic gold (GMA News Online)

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos congratulated gymnast Carlos Yulo for winning the Philippines' first Olympic gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Gymnastics recap, Aug. 3: Carlos Yulo wins Philippines' first Olympic ... (NBC Olympics)

Artistic gymnastics continued on Aug. 3 with the first day of event finals. Carlos Yulo nabbed the first Olympic medal for the Philippines in gymnastics and ...

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Philippines rejoices in Yulo gold, gymnast gets HK$1.35 million ... (South China Morning Post)

Carlos Yulo took home gold in the men's floor exercise in Paris, only his country's second gold medal ever at the Games.

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With gold, Carlos Yulo puts PH greatness on world stage anew (The Star Online)

PARIS: The Filipino dynamo won the floor exercise gold medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics with an upgraded difficulty in his routine and an execution that ...

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Carlos Yulo aims for second Olympic gold in vault finals (GMA News Online)

Carlos Yulo has a chance to achieve what no one has done before in Philippines' Olympic history: bag two gold medals in a single Summer Games appearance.

Philippines gold medal gymnast Carlos Yulo to receive house, cash ... (NBC Olympics)

With his gold medal-winning floor routine on Saturday, Carlos Yulo became the first male Olympic gold medalist in the history of the Philippines, ...

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'Overwhelmed' Yulo wins historic Olympic gymnastics gold for ... (The Japan Times)

The 24-year-old broke down in tears after matching the achievement of weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz, who won gold at the Tokyo Games three years ago.

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PH Senators congratulate Carlos Yulo on Olympic gold win (GMA News Online)

The Senate congratulated gymnast Carlos Yulo for winning the Philippines' first gold medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Philippines' Carlos Yulo Wins Second Olympic Gold In Men's Vault (Barron's)

Carlos Yulo of the Philippines won gold in the men's vault at the Paris Olympics on Sunday, a day after claiming the floor title at Bercy Arena.

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Carlos Yulo does it again with back-to-back golds at the Paris 2024 ... (Tatler Asia)

Carlos Yulo makes history as he becomes a two-time gold medallist in Artistic Gymnastics.

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Carlos Yulo wins second gold medal at the Paris Olympics - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

Carlos Yulo becomes the first Filipino athlete to win two Olympic gold medals.

For the second consecutive day, Carlos Yulo wins gold for the ... (NBC Olympics)

Just one day after winning an historic gold medal for the Philippines on the floor exercise, Yulo picked up a second gold medal on the vault (15.116), ...

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