Marcos Jr. congratulates Aira Villegas on Olympic bronze medal

Updated Wed, August 7, 2024 at 10:55 AM Published Wed, August 7, 2024 at 7:08 AM

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. congratulated Filipina boxer Aira Villegas for winning a bronze medal in the women's 50kg boxing at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Marcos lauded Villegas's Olympic debut as a "knockout performance" and an inspiration to young Filipinos.

Villegas secured the bronze medal after a unanimous decision loss in the semifinals.

This bronze medal is the Philippines' third medal in the Paris Olympics, following gymnast Carlos Yulo's two gold medals.

Boxer Nesthy Petecio is also assured of at least a silver medal after advancing to her semifinal match.

Villegas, an Olympic debutant, is entitled to P2 million in incentives under Republic Act 10699.

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