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  • Yulo brothers lead Philippines’ gymnastics team in Asian Games campaign

    Yulo brothers lead Philippines’ gymnastics team in Asian Games campaign

    The Philippines is looking beyond individual medals as it assembles a men’s artistic gymnastics squad capable of competing on the biggest stages in the world.


    Carlos and Eldrew Yulo will headline the national team for the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, where the country’s campaign carries significance far beyond the continental meet. 

     

    According to Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP) president Cynthia Carrion-Norton, the long-term objective is to build a team strong enough to qualify for the Olympic Games.

     

    The Yulo brothers have become the centerpiece of that vision following their historic showing at the 13th Senior Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships. Carlos captured the gold medal in the men’s floor exercise, while younger brother Eldrew earned the bronze in the same event, marking the first time Filipino siblings shared the podium in the continental championships.

     

    Carrion believes the younger Yulo has only begun to scratch the surface after making an impressive transition to the senior ranks.

     

    “We’re very, very proud of them. And they’re already qualified for the world, which is wonderful. They don’t have to go through all this other process. So now they can compete in the World Championship to qualify for the Olympics,” Carrion said.

     

    While Carlos has already established himself as one of the world’s premier artistic gymnasts, Carrion said the two-time Olympic gold medalist has embraced a bigger mission—helping elevate the entire Philippine program rather than focusing solely on his individual success.

     

    “For sure, he’s (Carlos) the one who wants it very badly. He wants it as a team. He says he wants us to come in as a team. And he wants us to be in the Olympics as a team. That’s why we have to make sure that our team is strong,” Carrion said.

     

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    That objective also explains why Carlos skipped the 33rd Southeast Asian Games last December after organizers implemented a rule allowing artistic gymnasts to win only one apparatus title. Instead, the country’s focus has shifted toward competitions that contribute to the broader Olympic qualification process.

     

    The Asian Games present another crucial step in that journey. Under the competition format, only five gymnasts are allowed per national team, making every roster spot vital as the Philippines attempts to secure one of the coveted team berths for the Olympic qualification pathway.

     

    “In these Asian Games, they’re only going to accept five Asian teams. I feel good that we can make it in one of the teams. And if you are one of the teams, then you go to the Olympics. Imagine to have a team for the Olympics with Carlos. Carlos also would like his people to be with him, even though they will be all around,” she added.

     

    Joining Carlos and Eldrew on the Philippine squad are Miguel Besana and Filipino-American Zachary Nunez, while the fifth and final roster spot remains undecided. Carrion-Norton revealed that the federation is still pursuing Troy Nuesca, but if that option does not materialize, Ace de Leon is expected to complete the lineup.

     

    The Philippine men’s artistic gymnastics team will compete from September 21 to 25 at the Rainbow Hall of the Nagoya City General Gymnasium, where the country’s rising generation of gymnasts hopes to take another significant step toward turning its Olympic team aspirations into reality.

     

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  • Yulo brothers make history with shared Asian Championships podium finish as Carlos extends floor exercise reign 

    Yulo brothers make history with shared Asian Championships podium finish as Carlos extends floor exercise reign 

    The Olympic champion, Carlos Yulo claimed yet another floor exercise gold medal at the 2026 Asian Men’s Artistic Gymnastics Championships.


    While his younger brother Eldrew Yulo secured the bronze medal, giving the Philippines a historic double-podium finish and marking the first time the siblings shared a medal stand at the senior international level.

     

    Carlos delivered a winning score of 14.700 to retain his dominance in the event, while Japan’s Shoma Tsukiyama settled for silver with 14.600. 

     

    Eldrew completed the podium with 14.300, capping a breakthrough performance in his first senior Asian Championships appearance alongside his older brother.

     

    His latest triumph completed a remarkable five-year run that began in Doha in 2022. Since then, the Filipino gymnastics star has remained unbeaten on the Asian Championships floor exercise stage, successfully defending his title in Singapore in 2023, Uzbekistan in 2024, South Korea in 2025, and now China in 2026.

     

    While Carlos’ fifth consecutive crown highlighted his sustained excellence, Eldrew’s emergence provided a glimpse of the sport’s future in the Philippines.

     

    The brothers had never previously competed together at the senior Asian Championships, making their shared podium finish one of the most memorable moments of the tournament for the national team.

     

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    The final day of competition, however, proved more challenging. Carlos returned to action in the parallel bars final but narrowly missed out on another medal after placing sixth among eight finalists.

     

    The Filipino gymnast posted a score of 13.566, built on an execution score of 8.066, a difficulty score of 5.4, and a 0.100 stick bonus.

     

    China’s Boheng Zhang captured the gold medal with 14.933 behind an impressive 8.933 execution score, a 5.9 difficulty rating, and a 0.100 stick bonus. South Korea’s Sunghyun Ryu and Chinese Taipei’s Yuan-Hsi Hung completed the podium.

     

    The Yulo brothers also reached the horizontal bar final, where both remained in medal contention until the end.

     

    Eldrew finished fourth with a score of 13.833, narrowly missing the podium, while Carlos placed fifth with 13.500.

     

    Notably, Eldrew attempted the more difficult routine between the two brothers, carrying a 5.1 difficulty score compared to Carlos’ 4.9. He also edged his older sibling in execution, posting 8.633 against Carlos’ 8.600.

     

    Although neither gymnast secured another medal on the apparatus, the championships had already delivered a milestone achievement for Philippine gymnastics.

     

    For the first time, the Yulo brothers stood together on a senior international podium, a moment that symbolized both Carlos’ continued excellence and Eldrew’s growing presence on the continental stage.

     

    Following the competition, Carlos reflected on the achievement and the support that has fueled his journey.

     

    “Proud to represent the Philippines and grateful for everyone who continues to support this journey. Thank you to my coaches, family, and everyone who believed in me through every high and low. The work continues,” Carlos expressed in an Instagram post.

     

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  • Yulo brothers keep medal hopes alive with Finals qualification in Senior Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships

    Yulo brothers keep medal hopes alive with Finals qualification in Senior Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships

    Carlos and Karl Eldrew Yulo both secured spots in the apparatus finals of the 13th Senior Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships in Sunyi, setting up another opportunity for the country’s most celebrated gymnastics brothers to shine on the continental stage.

     

    Olympian gold medalist, Carlos continued to display his consistency by advancing to three event finals. 

     

    Carlos booked his place in the Floor Exercise after posting 14.433 points, while also qualifying in the Parallel Bars with 13.966 and the Horizontal Bar with 13.466.

     

    His younger brother, Karl Eldrew, matched the family’s strong showing by reaching two finals of his own. 

     

    The rising Filipino gymnast qualified in the Floor Exercise with a score of 13.600 and earned another finals berth in the Horizontal Bar after registering 13.633.

     

    While Carlos fell just short of a medal in the men’s individual all-around, his performance still underscored his status as one of Asia’s top gymnasts. He finished fourth overall with a total score of 81.864, narrowly missing the podium in a tightly contested field.

     

    China’s Zhang Boheng claimed the all-around gold medal with 85.298 points, while compatriot Yang Haonan secured silver with 82.398. Japan’s Miwa Teppei rounded out the podium with 82.265.

     

    The qualification results reinforced Carlos’ reputation as one of the continent’s premier apparatus specialists. 

     

    The performances of the Yulo brothers helped the Philippines finish seventh in the team competition, tallying 236.161 points across five gymnasts. 

     

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    Floor Exercise remains one of his strongest events, having won multiple Asian Championship titles in the discipline in recent years and establishing himself as one of the world’s elite performers on the apparatus.

     

    The Philippines will also draw confidence from the Yulo family’s track record in major competitions. 

     

    Carlos has consistently delivered medals at the Asian Championships, including gold and multiple podium finishes in recent editions, while Karl Eldrew has steadily emerged as one of the country’s brightest young gymnastics prospects.

     

    With both brothers advancing to the finals, the spotlight now shifts to the weekend where the Philippines will have multiple medal opportunities. 

     

    Their qualification performances not only keep the country’s hopes alive in Sunyi but also highlight the growing depth of Philippine gymnastics beyond its Olympic champion.

     

    Before the senior finals resume, the Philippine Junior Men’s Artistic Gymnastics Team will take center stage in the second subdivision of competition.

     

    The Yulo brothers, meanwhile, return to action on Saturday with medals firmly within reach.

     

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  • Carlos Yulo, Karl Eldrew Yulo headline Philippine campaign in Asian Gymnastics Championships

    Carlos Yulo, Karl Eldrew Yulo headline Philippine campaign in Asian Gymnastics Championships

    The 13th Senior and 19th Junior Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Zunyi, China will mark the first time Carlos and younger brother Karl Eldrew Yulo compete together as members of the Philippine senior national team, adding a new dimension to the country’s campaign in one of Asia’s premier gymnastics events.

     

    The milestone comes as the Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP) sends a strong delegation to China, with a 12-man squad competing in the men’s division and a separate contingent representing the country in the women’s events.

     

    For the Yulo brothers, the tournament represents more than just another international competition.

     

    Both athletes appeared in last year’s Asian Championships in Jecheon, South Korea, but they competed in different categories, with Karl Eldrew still part of the junior ranks. 

     

    After officially moving up to the senior division at the start of the 2026 season, the younger Yulo now joins his Olympic champion brother on the same team for the first time at the continental level.

     

    The experience could also serve as a preview of a bigger goal ahead, with the siblings hoping to compete side by side once again at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games scheduled from Sept. 19 to Oct. 4.

     

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    Leading the Philippine men’s senior squad are Carlos and Karl Eldrew, joined by Juancho Miguel Besana, Justine Ace De Leon, Zachary Nuñez, and John Ivan Cruz.

     

    Behind them is a promising junior team composed of King Cjay Pernia, Hillarion III Palles, John Anthony Palles, Rodrigo Woods, Josue Matito, and Marc Nathan Ayson, all looking to gain valuable international experience against some of the region’s best young gymnasts.

     

    The country’s women’s program will also be well represented in Zunyi.

     

    The senior women’s team features Chiara Dawn Andrew, Kylee Kvamme, Haylee Garcia, Amara Zoe Lagdameo, Cielo Andrea Esliza, and Angela Matilda Aboboto, while the junior squad is composed of Tchelzy Mei Maayo, Jellian Bantilan, Maxine Amira Bondoc, Aluna Margaux Labrador, and Maria Adriana Pasco.

     

    As the Philippines continues to build on its growing reputation in Asian gymnastics, the championships offer an opportunity for both established stars and emerging talents to test themselves against elite competition.

     

    The men’s events will run from June 18 to 21, while the women’s competitions are scheduled from June 25 to 28 at the Zunyi Olympic Sports Centre Stadium.

     

    While medals remain the ultimate objective, one of the most memorable moments for the Philippine delegation may already be guaranteed—the sight of the Yulo brothers wearing the same senior national team colors on the Asian stage for the first time.

     

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  • Karl Eldrew Yulo misses podium in FIG World Cup Croatia leg as fatigue slows rising gymnast

    Karl Eldrew Yulo misses podium in FIG World Cup Croatia leg as fatigue slows rising gymnast

    The grind of the FIG World Cup series proved unforgiving for Karl Eldrew Yulo, who missed out on podium finishes in both the floor exercise and horizontal bar at the Croatia leg held in Osijek.


    Hampered by a foot issue and visible fatigue, the 18-year-old placed seventh in the floor exercise with a score of 13.600. 

     

    The event was ruled by Artem Dolgopyat, the former Olympic gold medalist, who topped the field with 14.500. He was followed by Harry Hepworth with 14.433 and Noam Berkovich with 14.000.

     

    The packed competition schedule appeared to take its toll on Yulo, who has been one of the busiest athletes in the circuit. 

     

    In just a span of weeks, he competed across four World Cup legs—highlighted by a gold medal in Antalya, Turkey, and two bronze finishes in Cairo, Egypt less than a week prior to Osijek.

     

    The challenge continued in the horizontal bar, where Yulo placed eighth in the final with a score of 13.366 after registering 13.733 in the qualifiers. Tang Chia-Hung dominated the apparatus with a 15.233, while Milad Karimi (14.933) and Angel Barajas (14.833) completed the podium.

     

    Still, Osijek was less a setback and more a reflection of the demands placed on a rising athlete navigating the senior international stage. 

     

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    For Yulo, simply reaching both finals again—just as he did in Baku and Cairo—reinforced his growing consistency against a deep global field.

     

    What stands out in this stretch is not just the medals he has collected, but the pace at which he is adapting. 

     

    Transitioning from breakthrough performances to sustaining them week after week is a different challenge altogether, and Yulo is now experiencing that reality firsthand. Each leg has tested a different aspect of his game—execution, endurance, and recovery.

     

    More importantly, this phase signals a crucial learning curve. With the pressure of expectations steadily rising, Yulo is building the kind of resilience that cannot be taught in training alone.

     

    The missed podium in Osijek may sting, but it also adds to a body of experience that is shaping him into a more complete competitor.

     

    As the World Cup series pushes forward, the focus for Yulo shifts from chasing finishes to managing form and longevity. 

     

    His early gold in Antalya and double bronzes in Cairo have already proven his capability—now, it becomes a matter of sustaining that level while navigating the physical and mental toll of elite competition.

     

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  • Eldrew Yulo stays in medal hunt, qualifies second in Osijek World Cup floor exercise finals after Cairo breakthrough

    Eldrew Yulo stays in medal hunt, qualifies second in Osijek World Cup floor exercise finals after Cairo breakthrough

    Fresh off a breakout stretch that included double bronze medals in Cairo, Karl Eldrew Yulo carried his momentum into the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup leg in Osijek, Croatia, putting together another strong showing to book a place in the floor exercise finals.


    Yulo delivered a composed and controlled routine in the qualifiers, scoring 14.200 to finish second among 52 competitors. 

     

    He trailed only United States gymnast Kameron Nelson, who led the field with 14.300, but comfortably secured his spot in the medal round with a performance that reflected his growing consistency on the international stage.

     

    Yahor Sharamkou (14.133), 2023 world champion and 2020 Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Artem Dolgopyat (14.133), Great Britain’s Harry Hepworth (14.066), Slovenia’s Anže Hribar (14.033), Noam Berkovich (14.000), and 2020 Tokyo Olympic silver medalist Rayderley Zapata of Spain are also the finalists who will advance to the Finals.

     

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    Yulo’s recent run on the World Cup circuit has been marked by steady progress. After capturing bronze medals in both floor exercise and horizontal bar in Cairo, he earlier made a breakthrough in Antalya, Turkey, where he won gold in the floor exercise in his first major senior-level success on the circuit, signaling his ability to compete for podium finishes across multiple events.

     

    What has stood out in his performances is not just the difficulty of his routines, but his growing consistency under pressure. 

     

    Competing against Olympic and world champions, Yulo has repeatedly managed to stay within reach of the top scores, showing maturity in execution and control that bodes well for the finals.

     

    The Osijek stop now shifts focus to the medal round, where execution and landing precision will be even more critical as scores tighten and pressure increases. 

     

    For Yulo, the challenge will be to replicate his qualifying form while minimizing deductions against a stacked field of finalists.

     

    With momentum on his side, the young Filipino gymnast enters the finals as a genuine podium contender, continuing to build his reputation as one of the rising names in the World Cup circuit.

     

    As the circuit progresses, Yulo’s performances are beginning to shape him into a more complete international contender rather than just a promising newcomer. Each meet is adding layers of experience that strengthen his confidence against the world’s elite.

     

    With qualifying for other apparatuses still ongoing on Friday, April 10, Yulo’s campaign in Osijek remains one to watch as he looks to convert another strong showing into a potential podium finish.

     

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  • Eldrew Yulo builds momentum with double bronze finish in Cairo World Cup

    Eldrew Yulo builds momentum with double bronze finish in Cairo World Cup

    Filipino gymnast Karl Eldrew Yulo continues to carve out his own path on the international stage, closing his 2026 FIG World Cup campaign in Cairo, Egypt with a pair of bronze medals that signal both promise and progress.


    In the floor exercise final on Sunday, April 5, Yulo delivered a composed routine that earned him 14.000 points—good for third place behind Bulgaria’s Daniel Marinov (14.233) and Russia’s Arsenii Dukhno (14.133). 

     

    It was a performance built not on flash alone, but on precision and consistency which is a hallmark of a gymnast steadily maturing in elite competition.

     

    He carried that momentum into the horizontal bar, where he added another bronze with a score of 13.733. China’s Li Hongyan topped the event with 14.400, while Cyprus’ Marios Georgiou secured silver at 13.933. 

     

    Yulo’s back-to-back podium finishes underscored his versatility, proving he can compete across multiple apparatus against world-class fields.

     

    The younger brother of two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo, Eldrew is steadily stepping out of a towering shadow. 

     

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    He qualified for the floor exercise final with a 13.900 in the preliminaries, showing early on that he belonged among the contenders.

     

    These results come just three weeks after his breakthrough gold medal in the floor exercise at the Antalya World Cup in Turkey, giving him consecutive podium finishes in the same event. 

     

    With consistent scoring across competitions—including a sixth-place finish in Baku—Yulo now sits atop the rankings in floor exercise in the World Cup series standings.

     

    That position places him firmly in contention for a spot at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, where only the top eight gymnasts per apparatus, based on their best four results, will qualify.

     

    Beyond the medals, what stands out is Yulo’s composure under pressure. Competing against seasoned gymnasts, he has shown an ability to deliver clean routines when it matters most—an essential trait for long-term success in the sport. 

     

    His steady rise suggests a gymnast not rushing the spotlight, but earning it performance by performance.

     

    As the season progresses, Yulo’s journey becomes less about comparison and more about identity. 

     

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  • Eldrew Yulo eyes Cairo glory as World Cup streak continues after Antalya triumph

    Eldrew Yulo eyes Cairo glory as World Cup streak continues after Antalya triumph

    Eldrew Yulo is back in the international spotlight, aiming to extend his golden run in the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup series as the Cairo leg kicks off from April 3 to 6.

     

    Fresh off a triumphant showing in Antalya, where he captured his first senior-level gold in the floor exercise with a score of 14.100, Yulo is bringing his polished routines and competitive fire to Egypt. 

     

    The 18-year-old will compete in four apparatus—floor exercise, vault, parallel bars, and horizontal bar—opting out of pommel horse and still rings due to ankle pains.

     

    The younger brother of two-time Olympic champion Carlos Yulo has already proven his mettle on the senior stage, making finals appearances in Baku and Antalya, and showcasing a signature blend of precision, difficulty, and composure under pressure. 

     

    His performance in Antalya set the tone for what the Philippine gymnastics team hopes will be another strong showing in Cairo.

     

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    After clinching his first senior-level gold in Antalya, Eldrew Yulo takes on Cairo in the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup, competing in floor, vault, parallel bars, and horizontal bar.

     

    Joining Yulo in Egypt are fellow Southeast Asian Games double gold medalist John Ivan Cruz, Justine Ace De Leon, and Juancho Miguel Besana, all seeking to elevate the Philippines’ presence in the World Cup series. Their combined efforts underscore the growing depth of Filipino gymnastics on the global stage.

     

    Following Cairo, Yulo is scheduled to compete in Osijek, Croatia, from April 9 to 12. The series’ final stop in Doha, Qatar, originally planned from April 15 to 18, has been canceled due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, heightening the importance of the remaining legs for medal contenders like Yulo.

     

    For the young Filipino gymnast, Cairo is more than just another competition—it is an opportunity to solidify his rising reputation and build momentum toward future championships, keeping the Yulo legacy alive on the world stage.

     

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  • “Hindi pa tapos ang laban”: Karl Eldrew Yulo eyes more wins after breakthrough victory

    “Hindi pa tapos ang laban”: Karl Eldrew Yulo eyes more wins after breakthrough victory

    Rising Filipino gymnast Karl Eldrew Yulo delivered a breakthrough performance on the international stage, capturing his first senior-level gold medal in the floor exercise at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics Apparatus World Cup Series held in Antalya, Turkey.

     

    The 18-year-old standout topped the field with a final score of 14.100, showcasing both technical precision and composure beyond his years. He finished ahead of Ireland’s Eamon Montgomery, who secured the silver medal with a score of 13.833, and Spain’s Rayderley Zapata, an Olympic medalist, who settled for bronze after posting 13.333.

     

    The victory marked a major milestone in Yulo’s young career, as it was his first gold medal at the senior level of the World Cup circuit—a significant step forward as he transitions from the junior ranks into elite international competition. Even more impressive was the context of his triumph: Yulo competed and prevailed despite dealing with pain in both ankles throughout the event, underscoring his grit and determination.

     

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    Coming from one of the Philippines’ most prominent gymnastics families, Yulo continues to carve out his own path while drawing inspiration from his older brother, Carlos Yulo, a world champion and Olympian. While comparisons are inevitable, the younger Yulo is steadily building his own identity on the global stage.

     

    Despite the breakthrough win, the teenager remains grounded and focused on continuous improvement as he prepares for the next leg of the series—the FIG World Cup Cairo 2026 in Egypt.

     

    “Well, hindi maalis sa isip ko yung maraming sumusuporta and maraming expectations simula nung nag-gold ako. Iniisip nila kailangan tuloy-tuloy ako. Pero ang gagawin ko nilang is kung ano yung makakaya ko or kung ano yung pinaka-best ko. And kung ano man yung mangyari, proud pa rin ako sa sarili ko,” Yulo said in a media interaction.

    Yulo acknowledged the growing expectations surrounding him following his gold-medal performance but emphasized his commitment to focusing on his own progress rather than external pressure.

     

    The young gymnast also revealed that he continues to manage physical discomfort, particularly in his ankles, but remains determined to compete as the World Cup series progresses.

     

    “May part na sumasakit din po. Pero kailangan pong ituloy kasi di pa tapos yung laban and may laban pa po. Pero ano naman siya, tawag po dito, tolerable naman yung pain. May mga part talaga na hindi, pero most of the time, tolerable naman yung pain. Kaya kinakaya naman po,” he added.

     

    His willingness to push through adversity reflects the mindset instilled in him early in his career—one that embraces challenges as part of the journey to excellence. Yulo shared that even at the highest level of the sport, growth is a continuous process, pointing to the experiences of his older brother as an example.

     

    “Part siya ng process po. Kahit pala Olympian ka na, may process ka pa rin talagang pagdadaanan. Na kahit nandun ka na, even ultimate si Kuya po, may mga times na pinagdadaanan din siya sa mga skills niya, na nahirapan siya sa ibang event po. Kaya kahit gaano ka kagaling, even me, may pag-aaralan at pagdadaanan pa rin po,” Yulo concluded.

     

    Yulo is set to continue his international campaign alongside fellow Filipino gymnasts, including Southeast Asian Games gold medalist John Ivan Cruz, as well as Justine Ace De Leon and Juancho Miguel Besana. The group will represent the Philippines in Cairo from April 3 to 6, aiming to build on the country’s growing momentum in artistic gymnastics.

     

    With his first senior gold now secured, Karl Eldrew Yulo’s emergence signals a promising future—not just for himself, but for Philippine gymnastics as a whole—as the next generation begins to rise on the world stage.

     

     

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  • Eldrew Yulo claims first senior gold at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup in Antalya

    Eldrew Yulo claims first senior gold at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup in Antalya

    The 18-year-old Filipino gymnast, Karl Eldrew Yulo secured his first senior-level gold medal in the floor exercise event of the FIG Artistic Gymnastics Apparatus World Cup Series held in Antalya.


    Yulo topped the competition with a final score of 14.100, outpacing Ireland’s Eamon Montgomery, who claimed silver with 13.833, and Spain’s Rayderley Zapata, who finished with the bronze medal after scoring 13.333.

     

    Before capturing the gold medal, the younger Yulo had to battle through a tightly contested qualification round. He advanced to the medal stage in fourth place, tying with Montgomery and Norway’s Theodor Gadderud with a score of 13.666.

     

    The triumph marked a milestone moment in his career, as it was his first gold medal at the senior level of the Gymnastics World Cup. Remarkably, he accomplished the feat while dealing with pain in both ankles throughout the competition.

     

    “Nararamdaman na po ng paa ko na sumasakit, kumikirot siya every time tumatalon or nagla-land ako,” Yulo said.

     

    Despite the physical discomfort, the young gymnast emphasized that his biggest adjustment came not from technical changes but from strengthening his mental approach to competition.

     

    “Wala naman po ako masyado binago. Siguro nasa mindset ko na. Hindi po siya sa skills eh, kung paano mo siya maiisip, nasa mind mo. Kung paano mo malalampasan yung kaba o takot,” the gold medalist said.

     

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    Yulo has been training under national team coach Reynald Capellan, but according to Cynthia Carrion, there are plans to send him to Japan for further training. 

     

    There, he is expected to work under Japanese coach Munehiro Kugimiya, who previously coached his brother, two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo and the long-term goal is to prepare Eldrew for qualification in the 2028 Summer Olympics.

     

    A week before his victory in Turkey, Yulo also competed in the World Cup leg in Baku, where he finished fourth in the floor exercise and seventh in the horizontal bar.

     

    The promising Filipino gymnast will continue his campaign in the World Cup circuit, with the next stop scheduled in Cairo from April 3 to 6.

     

    Beyond the medal itself, Yulo’s victory represents another step in building the next generation of Philippine gymnastics. 

     

    Following the global success of his older brother, Karl Eldrew is now carving out his own path on the international stage, showing that the country’s gymnastics program continues to produce athletes capable of competing and winning against the world’s best.

     

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