PHILIPPINE wushu star Agatha F. Wong will proudly carry the nation’s colors as one of Team Philippines’ flag bearers at the World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China — a recognition that holds a special meaning for the 27-year-old athlete and her sport.
Wong expressed her deep gratitude for the honor, emphasizing how rare this moment is both for her personally and her sports wushu in the Philippines.
“It’s so dear to my heart because wushu isn’t a well-known sport in the country, and to be chosen as a flagbearer feels like such a big step—not just for me, but for my federation and my teammates,” Wong said in an interview by Radyo Pilipinas 2.
A five-time Southeast Asian Games gold medalist and two-time World Wushu Championships silver medalist, Wong has long been a trailblazer for her discipline. Her selection as flag bearer shines a spotlight on wushu and offers hope that it will gain greater recognition nationwide.
“Hopefully, this is one step closer to giving my sport the exposure it deserves,” added Wong, who is balancing her athletic career, while pursuing a medical degree at the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center, Inc.
Wong’s appointment as flag bearer not only celebrates her personal achievements but also symbolizes a milestone for wushu, marking its growing presence on the international stage under the Philippine flag.
