Olympians Finnegan, Malabuyo conduct free gymnastics clinic

Filipina Olympians Aleah Finnegan, Emma Malabuyo, and Levi Ruivivar were the first to compete in women's artistic gymnastics since 1964 at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Malabuyo described her Olympic experience as the 'best experience of my life' and found managing physical aches during daily training to be a significant challenge.

Finnegan described her Olympic participation as a 'dream come true,' despite not qualifying for medal rounds.

The two Olympians, Finnegan and Malabuyo, recently conducted a free basic gymnastics training clinic for young girls in Intramuros, Manila.

During the clinic, Malabuyo expressed that the Philippines has a lot of homegrown talent and capability for high-level skills in women's gymnastics.

The athletes were honored with a reception at Villamor Air Base and an awarding ceremony at Malacañang Palace upon their return.

Finnegan and Malabuyo stated they were not informed about the Malacañang event, which the Presidential Communications Office contradicted by asserting all Olympians were invited.