After making history by becoming the first Filipino to win two gold medals at the Olympics, gymnastics sensation Carlos Yulo is being honored by various brands with different perks befitting a champion.
The 24-year-old two-time world champion made a triumphant return to the Paris Olympics 2024 after a disappointing stint in the Tokyo Games three years ago, where he narrowly missed a medal finish. Carlos ruled the men’s floor exercise in artistic gymnastics on Saturday (Philippine time) and the men’s vault final on Sunday (Philippine time), bagging gold in both competitions.
A native of Manila, Carlos Yulo is the first Filipino to win multiple gold medals in the quadrennial sports meet, a feat he achieved in just one weekend. His double gold significantly catapulted the Philippines 10 places up in the Paris Olympics medal rankings, from 31st to 21st of 184 teams, on Monday.
Apart from his historic Olympic victories, Carlos is also a multiple Southeast Asian Games and Asian Games gold medal winner. For his outstanding achievements, he is receiving an array of well-deserved prizes and honors.
Government Rewards
The Philippine government, under Republic Act 10699 (the National Athletes and Coaches Benefits and Incentives Act), states that athletes who win a gold medal in international sports competitions will receive PHP 10 million each. Carlos will also receive an Olympic Gold Medal of Valor from the Philippine Sports Commission. Additionally, the House of Representatives has pledged to give him PHP 3 million in recognition of his historic achievement. Reports indicate that he will also receive a house and a lot of property from the Philippine Olympic Committee.
Corporate and Local Business Rewards
Various brands and businesses have lined up to honor Carlos Yulo’s accomplishments with an array of lifetime perks:
- Vikings: The largest buffet restaurant in the country is treating Carlos to a free lifetime buffet in all Vikings Group buffet brands.
- Tipsy Pig: The gastropub is offering Carlos a lifetime of food and drinks on the house.
- JT’s Manukan Grille – Kalayaan: The Filipino restaurant is giving Carlos free meals in its branch at Kalayaan Avenue in Quezon City for life.
- Hagemu Sushi and Ramen Bar – Calasiao: The Japanese restaurant is offering Carlos and his girlfriend, content creator Chloe San Jose, free ramen for life.
- BastaMura Bacsilog: The Manila-based silog business is giving Carlos free bacsilog for life.
- Makimura Ramen Bar: The Japanese restaurant is offering Carlos free ramen for life.
- Chooks-to-Go: The roast chicken business is giving Carlos PHP 3 million in recognition of his Olympic achievements.
- Lafus: The Bataan-based food business is offering Carlos a free combo corndog with free delivery for life.
- Pisces Coffee Hub: The Pangasinan-based coffee shop is rewarding Carlos with free coffee for life.
- JohnRic’s Fresh Buko Shake: The local beverage business is giving Carlos a free Buko shake for life.
- Samgville 199: The Samgyup restaurant in Baras, Rizal is rewarding Carlos with free meals for life.
- BOK Korean Friend Chicken: The chicken joint is offering Carlos a free Bok Double Double Box for life.
- Cristell’s Sweet Treats: The Bohol-based cake business is giving Carlos free customized birthday cakes.
- NomNom: The local food business is offering Carlos free service water for life.
- Buddy’s: The Filipino restaurant is giving Carlos free pancit for life and free Pancit Lucban to walk-in diners on August 5 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. until supplies last.
- Mang Inasal: The Grill Expert is giving Carlos a free PM2 or Pecho Large meal for life.
- Don Macchiatos and Don Lemon: Don Macchiatos and Don Lemon Philippines are rewarding Carlos with two free franchises.
- VC Nightlife: An event place and bar in Inopacan, Leyte, is offering Carlos free entrance and a table for life.
- Megaworld: The property giant is rewarding each Paris Olympics gold medalist with a fully furnished two-bedroom condominium unit valued at PHP 24 million at the 50-hectare plush McKinley Hill township in Taguig City. For Carlos, this reward is upgraded to a three-bedroom unit valued at PHP 32 million in recognition of his exceptional double gold wins, complete with appliances, furniture, fixtures, and a cash bonus of PHP 3 million.
- Arkila: The Ilocos-based “pabili” and delivery service is offering Carlos free delivery service for life when he visits Ilocos Norte.
- Intense Gym: The Las Piñas-based fitness gym is giving Carlos a free lifetime membership, also applying to every person named “Carlos” for August.
- Nexa Engineering: The firm is giving Carlos free engineering design for life with unlimited revisions.
- Lavanna Laundry Hub: The gymnast will enjoy free lifetime laundry services by presenting his gold medal.
- JSJ Photography: Offering Carlos free 2×2 ID pictures for life.
- Dr. Virgil Lo: The gastroenterologist is offering Carlos free gastro consultations and a colonoscopy at age 45.
- Alota Medical Clinic: Providing free check-ups or consultations for life.
- Apollo Home Depot: Offering a free cash vault and free furniture worth PHP 100,000.
- Fil-Global Immigration Services Corp: Providing free membership with unlimited visa services for life.
- Alpha Barber: Offering Carlos free haircuts and services for life.
Carlos Yulo’s remarkable achievements have not only brought pride to the nation but also earned him unparalleled rewards from the government and various businesses. His dedication and hard work continue to inspire Filipinos across the globe.