PARIS Olympics double gold medalist Carlos Edriel Yulo personally received the P3 million financial incentive committed to him by Chooks-to-Go and Bounty following his breakthrough feat in the French capital.
The awarding ceremony was held over the weekend as part of the grand opening of Chooks! at Festival Mall in Muntinlupa - the company’s 38th dine-in restaurant.
While Yulo isn't officially part of Bounty's pool of athletes and endorsers, his historic stint in the Paris Games certainly brought immense pride and honor to the country.
Yulo became the first ever Filipino athlete to win two gold medals in a single Olympics after topping the floor exercise and vault of the men’s artistic gymnastics in the recently-concluded Olympiad.
Bounty, a proud supporter of Philippine sports, recognized the gymnast’s exceptional talent and dedication as it joined the chorus of admirers of the latest toast of Philippine sports.
Attending the ceremony were Bounty Fresh Group Holdings Chief Executive Officer Atty. Kenneth Cheng, Vice President for Corporate Marketing and Chooks-to-Go Inc. Executive Vice President for Operations Patricia Cheng-Lim, Chief Finance Officer Diane Choi, and Festival Mall manager Yvette Dizon.
Atlanta Games silver medal winner Mansueto “Onyok” Velasco and Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist Eumir Marcial, both of boxing, Yulo’s fellow Paris Olympian and fencer Samantha Catantan, and triathlon star Nikko Huelgas, also marketing head of the Philippine Olympic Committee, were present in the event.
Photo: Chooks-to-Go Pilipinas page
Gymnastics Association of the Philippines chief Cynthia Carrion also accompanied Yulo to the event.
Yulo, 24, not only brought pride to the nation but also typified the spirit of excellence that Chooks-to-Go and Bounty aim to celebrate.
The special ceremony marked a significant moment as Chooks-to-Go, Bounty, and Yulo expressed their gratitude and commitment to the fans who have supported them throughout their journey.
“Chooks-to-Go and Bounty have always been more than just a brand; it’s a beacon of hope for Philippine sports,” Cheng-Lim said.
“We are honored to reward Carlos Yulo’s extraordinary accomplishments and are excited to share this moment with the fans who have been a crucial part of his success,” she added.
In nearly a decade, Chooks-to-Go and Bounty have made substantial contributions to Philippine sports, including support for Special Olympics Pilipinas and recognition from the Philippine Olympian Association.
The company has also been a steadfast supporter of para athletes, notably backing the Philippine Warriors, the national wheelchair basketball team.
The opening of the Chooks! Restaurant did not only celebrate Yulo’s feat but also gave fans a chance to join in the festivities and witness firsthand the continued dedication of Chooks-to-Go and Bounty to the growth of sports in the Philippines.
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