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Carlos Yulo Eyes World Title Defense While Preparing for Marriage
WHY IT MATTERS
Yulo’s pursuit of world titles while preparing for marriage showcases the resilience of Filipino athletes and highlights the growing support for gymnastics in the Philippines.
What happened
Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo, a two‑time Olympic champion, is training in Antibes, France, for the World Championships in Rotterdam (Oct. 17‑25).
After winning gold on vault and bronze on floor at the 2025 World Championships in Jakarta, Yulo aims to defend his world title for the first time. He also targets the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where he holds the floor and vault titles.
Beyond competition, Yulo announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend Chloe San Jose and plans to marry soon, balancing wedding preparations with elite training. He says he wants to use his experience to mentor young gymnasts and hopes to see more Filipinos compete internationally.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Winner in life: Carlos Yulo ready to take on new challenges
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