Filipino ace gymnast Carlos Yulo is making only minimal adjustments as he keeps on track for a podium finish if not the golden goal at the Paris Olympics.
Rowena Bautista, deputy secretary-general of the Gymnastics Association of the Philippines, shared that the training camp in Metz, France, where Yulo and other Filipino Olympians are preparing, boasts of complete equipment of the same brands to be used in the Paris competition.
In an interview with Radyo Pilipinas 2, Bautista said that Yulo’s daily sessions are overseen by national coach Aldrin Castañeda and occupational therapist Hazel Calawod.
Yulo, 24, has expressed confidence in achieving a podium finish in Paris, provided he maintains his difficulty level and execution. He admitted that while he is refining his routines, he will be more prepared this time around.
“I am polishing my moves to reach the required difficulties,” said Yulo, among the first Filipino Olympics batch to leave and acclimatize for the Paris Games.
Yulo’s relentless preparation bore fruit at the 2024 Men’s Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships, where he secured four gold medals last month.
Meanwhile, gymnasts Aleah Finnegan, Levi Ruivivar, and Emma Malabuyo are expected to arrive in Metz on July 12 and 13.
