Puso in Paris documentary highlights Filipino Olympian journeys

The mini-documentary series "Puso in Paris" offers an intimate look into the journeys of Filipino Olympians as they prepared for the 2024 Paris Olympics, showcasing their struggles and successes.

This four-part series features Filipino gymnasts, boxers, weightlifters, and pole vaulters, detailing their behind-the-scenes preparations for the global competition.

Key athletes highlighted include gymnast Carlos Yulo, boxers Eumir Marcial, Nesthy Petecio, Aira Villegas, Carlo Paalam, and Hergie Bacyadan, weightlifters Vanessa Sarno, Elreen Ando, and John Ceniza, and pole vaulter EJ Obiena.

Director Clev Mayuga stated that the documentary aims to demonstrate that Filipino Olympians deserve strong support and rightfully belong on the world stage.

Mayuga also expressed hope that the series would make people care about the athletes' journeys and understand the factors contributing to the current sports climate in the Philippines.

The documentaries were filmed during the competitions and training sessions leading up to the 2024 Paris Olympics, released before the athletes embarked on their medal quests, coinciding with the 100th anniversary of the Philippines' first participation in the Olympics.