Marcos supports Filipino athletes for 2024 Olympics and Paralympics
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. expressed support for Filipino athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics during his third State of the Nation Address on Monday.
Marcos wished the 28 athletes well, encouraging them to bring glory to the Philippines, with 22 competing in the Olympics from July 26 to August 11 and six in the Paralympics from August 28 to September 8.
The President highlighted that this marks the Philippines' 100th year of participation in the Olympics, emphasizing his administration's commitment to supporting health-enhancing sports programs like the Palarong Pambansa.
He also congratulated Marikina City and Cebu for hosting recent iterations of the national youth sports event, noting its importance in nurturing future champions.
The Philippine Olympic Committee thanked Marcos for his support, describing it as an inspiration to athletes competing in Paris and the entire Philippine sports community.
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