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The Tokyo 2020 Olympics may have been over but for Filipinos, this is the beginning of hope for a greater success of Philippine athletes competing on the world stage.
Just three days into the Games, Filipinos online celebrated on Monday evening, July 26, after Hidilyn Diaz’s historic win in the 55kg event of weightlifting that gave the Philippines its first Olympic gold medal. (READ: Filipino netizens erupt with joy after Hidilyn Diaz’s historic Olympic win)
From one strong woman to another, Nesthy Petecio became the first Filipina Olympic boxing medalist with her silver finish in the women’s featherweight class.
There’s no stopping the Filipinos in celebrating this glorious feat of women athletes making ‘herstory.’
Eumir Marcial added a bronze to the Philippines’ Olympic medal haul two days later on Thursday, August 5, after his thrilling run ended in the men’s middleweight semifinals.
The whole nation surely agreed when Marcial graciously said that his bronze medal “is gold.”
Tunay na Pilipino at talagang nakakabilib. Mabuhay ka Eumir Marcial. #TeamPilipinas at the #Tokyo2020 #Olympics . https://t.co/d9mF2cbTay
— Robert S. Paguia, JD, MPM (@obetpaguia) August 8, 2021
Carlo Paalam took home the Olympic silver medal in men’s boxing flyweight on Saturday, August 7. Despite not winning the gold, he has already inspired so many Filipinos with his journey to Olympic glory.
Even Tokyo 2020’s official Twitter account couldn’t help but get emotional with Paalam’s silver finish.
Just qualifying in the Olympics alone is already a huge feat for the Philippine team.
Filipinos can’t help but feel proud of the athletes just by representing the Philippines in the biggest sporting event in the world. Even without medals, social media users congratulated Team Pilipinas for a job well done.
Despite not making it to the podium, Margielyn Didal skated her way into becoming the talk online with her smile and cheerful attitude.
Pole vaulter EJ Obiena became an inspiration to younger Filipinos who are looking to excel in unfamiliar sports.
Gymnast Carlos Yulo was so close to a podium win but his 4th place finish in men’s vault was still a proud moment for his countrymen.
Netizens also eagerly await the future competitions of Filipina golfers Yuka Saso and Bianca Pagdanganan.
Twitter users are also optimistic about what’s in store for Filipina weightlifter Elreen Ando after finishing 7th in her Olympic debut.
Luke Gebbie and Remedy Rule also made Filipinos proud for doing well in their swimming events. Gebbie even reset the Philippine record in men’s 100m freestyle.
Irish Magno was also recognized for her dedication and heart despite exiting in the round of 16.
Filipinos also saw Cris Nievarez and Juvic Pagunsan compete in their maiden Olympic campaigns.
Mabuhay at Salamat Juvic Pagunsan for doing your best! We are proud of you!!!
— Annamones (@Annamones2) August 1, 2021
Despite early exits in the Games, Filipinos thanked Jayson Valdez, Kiyomi Watanabe, Kurt Barbosa, and Kristina Knott for proudly representing the Philippines.
We are proud of you, Jayson Valdez. Thank you for representing the country #PHI #Shooting #Tokyo2021
— TEN 텐 ‘Paint Me Naked’ + LS1 + SKZ ‘NO EASY’ (@nct10_lee) July 25, 2021
Check out more tweets from hopeful Filipinos celebrating our athletes at the Olympics and looking forward to a brighter future of Philippine sports. See you in Paris 2024!
– Rappler.com
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