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Carlos Yulo hailed by Manila LGU, receives P2-M incentive
Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna urged the city's youth to draw inspiration from the achievements of Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo, particularly his recent success at the Paris Olympics.
During a recognition ceremony at the city hall, Mayor Lacuna and Vice Mayor Yul Servo Nieto handed over a Php 2 million cash incentive to Yulo.
The Manila City Council passed a resolution designating August 4th every year as 'Carlos Yulo Day' in Manila, a working holiday to commemorate his second Olympic gold medal.
Yulo, hailed as 'Anak ng Maynila', expressed his gratitude to the local government, coaches, Olympians, and those who supported and prayed for him.
Lacuna expressed hope that Yulo's dedication would motivate young Manileños to excel and also pledged support for his bid in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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