After a stellar performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he clinched two gold medals, Carlos Yulo is set to return to the Philippines next week. The 24-year-old gymnast is planning to take a much-needed break from competition to focus on his personal life and enjoy the rewards of his success.
Yulo, who has been a relentless force in the world of gymnastics, shared his plans during an appearance on 24 Oras alongside Philippine Olympic Committee President Abraham Tolentino on Thursday.
“After this, I will focus on my personal life. I won’t neglect my physical and mental health,” Yulo said, emphasizing the importance of self-care following his remarkable achievements.
The significance of his accomplishments is still sinking in for Yulo, who expressed disbelief over his historic double gold victory. “It’s been four days, and it still hasn’t fully sunk in that I won gold, and not just one, but two. This was my ultimate goal. I’m not wishing for anything else right now,” he added.
Upon his return, Yulo plans to reconnect with his family in Leveriza, Manila, and work on strengthening his relationships, particularly with his father, Mark, and his mother, Angelica. This period of rest will also give him the opportunity to address personal matters that have taken a backseat due to his rigorous training and competition schedule.
To manage the windfall of over P90 million in bonuses, incentives, and rewards that he is set to receive, Yulo has assembled a team of advisers. Among his rewards, Arena Plus has announced an additional P5 million in cash support for his two gold medal wins, bringing his total cash earnings to an impressive P59 million.
But the rewards don’t stop there. Real estate giant Megaworld has offered Yulo a P35-million condo unit, and Century Properties Group is gifting him a P6-million home in Nasugbu, Batangas. These substantial rewards are a testament to the admiration and support Yulo has garnered for his outstanding achievements.
With no competitions scheduled for the next three months, Yulo will have ample time to rest, recover, and focus on his personal life. He will be returning to Manila on Tuesday, accompanied by Tolentino and Gymnastics Association of the Philippines President Cynthia Carrion.
