Two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo proved once again that he is a dominant force in the world of gymnastics, reclaiming the gold medal in the floor exercise category at the 2025 Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships held on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Competing in front of an energized crowd, Yulo delivered a near-flawless routine that earned him a remarkable score of 14.400. His precise execution, technical difficulty, and elegant form allowed him to edge out Kazakhstan’s Karimi Milad, who matched Yulo’s difficulty score but lagged slightly in execution, resulting in a narrow loss.
With this victory, Yulo has now secured the floor exercise gold at the Asian Championships for the fourth time in his career — a testament to his consistency and excellence in the sport. His previous golds in the same category were won in 2019, 2022, and 2023, solidifying his reputation as one of Asia’s most successful gymnasts.
Karimi Milad, a rising star from Kazakhstan, settled for silver after a strong showing that came just short of toppling Yulo. Meanwhile, South Korea’s Lee Geonyoung clinched the bronze medal with a commendable score of 14.003, rounding out the podium in a tightly contested event.
Yulo, who trains both in the Philippines and Japan, expressed gratitude to his team and supporters in a post-event interview. “This win means a lot. The competition is getting tougher each year, and I’m happy I was able to bring home another gold for the Philippines,” he said.
The victory boosts Yulo’s momentum ahead of the 2025 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships later this year and reaffirms his bid for another Olympic appearance in 2028.
Filipino fans across the world took to social media to celebrate Yulo’s victory, lauding his dedication and bringing pride once again to the country.
Gold! 🥇 Carlos Yulo successfully defended his floor exercise title at the Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championship in South Korea! 🇵🇭 pic.twitter.com/pjjGa64Lgj
— The Professional Heckler™️ (@hecklerforever8) June 7, 2025
With his latest win, Carlos Yulo continues to shine as a global ambassador for Philippine gymnastics, inspiring a new generation of athletes and proving that excellence knows no boundaries.