PINOY PRIDE ATHLETES SEND-OFF CEREMONY FOR 2024 PARIS OLYMPICS

Some of the best athletes of the Philippines gathered in Intramuros for the send-off ceremony to the host nation of the Paris Olympics, France led by President Bongbong Marcos. Today is the flight of the athletes to their training camp in Metz France. 

Less than a month before the 2024 Paris Olympics, in attendance at the gathering are some Paris bound athletes such as Gymnast Carlos Yulo, boxers Nesthy Petecio, Carlo Paalam, Hergie Bacyadan, and Aira Villegas, weightlifters Elreen Ando, ​​Vanessa Sarno, and John Ceniza, and rower Joanie Delgaco.

Olympic-bound Filipino Athletes on their send-off ceremony at Intramuros (Photo courtesy of Philippine Daily Inquirer)

“You exemplify the very best of what it means to be a Filipino – we are competitive, courageous, and determined, but we do it with a smile on our face,” Marcos stated.

“As you step on to the global stage, hold our flag high and show the world what a Filipino is made of. We believe in you, we are proud of you, and we will be with you every step of this remarkable journey,” he added.

Marcos has ordered the Office of the Executive Secretary to provide more cash to the Philippine Sports Commission in order to support the athletes' training and participation in the forthcoming Olympics. Sports have already received P1.156 billion in funding from the Philippine Sports Commission.

The Pinoy athletes expressed gratitude for the support they receive from the government.

“The athletes that we are sending to this year’s Olympics embody the quintessence of that Filipino spirit – a spirit that knows no bounds, thrives on adversity, and dares to break any barriers put before them,” Marcos said.

“I see before me men and women who have sacrificed countless early mornings, long afternoons, late nights in pursuit of perfection. From humble beginnings to the world stage, each of you has woven a tapestry of courage, of discipline, of sacrifice, and of strength.”

“To our athletes, your carry our hopes and dreams to Paris. You also carry with you the banner of our nation that believes in you, stands proudly beside you, and celebrates your every triumph, and is with you through any obstacle.”

Source: Presidential Communications Office

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