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Bachmann challenges Paralympics team
Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) chairman Richard Bachmann has expressed his excitement and encouragement for the six Filipino Paralympians competing in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
Bachmann challenged the athletes to be an inspiration to everyone through their participation and performance.
He highlighted that the Paralympians' journey demonstrates that shared goals and successes are attainable for Philippine sports.
The PSC chairman conveyed the nation's well wishes for a productive campaign for Ernie Gawilan, Cendy Asusano, Angel Mae Otom, Agustina Bantiloc, Jerrold Mangliwan, and Allain Ganapin.
This year's Philippine delegation is noted as the largest to participate in the Paralympic Games in 12 years, with Filipinos eagerly anticipating their performances on the international stage.
All six Filipino Paralympians were set to participate in the opening ceremony, which was scheduled for 8:00 p.m. in Paris (2:00 a.m. in Manila).
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