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Recent developments on Hidilyn Diaz
The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), the Department of Education (DepEd), the Department of Budget and Management, and Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo are collaborating to establish the country's largest weightlifting academy.
The Philippine Postal Corp. (PhlPost) has issued special commemorative stamps to celebrate the Philippines hosting the FIVB Men's World Championship from September 12 to 28.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. lauded the country's athletes and their achievements during his fourth State of the Nation Address.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. pledged full support for Filipino athletes and the development of sports in the country during his fourth State of the Nation Address.
Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo won a silver medal at the National Weightlifting Championships in Dumaguete, marking her return to competition.
The recent success of Filipino weightlifters at the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) Youth and Junior World Championships in Lima, Peru, is a strong indicator for the country's prospects in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, according to Samahang Weightlifting ng Pilipinas president Monico Puentevella.
Ilocos Norte officially kicked off the 65th Palarong Pambansa on May 24, welcoming over 15,000 delegates to the event themed "Nagkakaisang Kapuluan."
Weightlifting is featured as a demonstration sport in the Palarong Pambansa 2025, with 70 participants from nine regions competing.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. inaugurated the 65th Palarong Pambansa in Laoag City.
Two-time Olympian Elreen Ando will lead the five-member Philippine weightlifting team at the Asian Weightlifting Championships in Jiangshan, China, from May 9 to May 15.