Carlos Yulo, disappointed pero grateful sa experience nila sa World Championships
- Carlos Yulo reflected on his 2026 World Championships campaign in Europe, saying the result was not what he had hoped for but expressing gratitude for the opportunity
- The Filipino gymnastics star highlighted the experience of competing alongside his younger brother Eldrew and his sister Jorielgel, who represented the Philippines in her own capacity as a judge
- Yulo also thanked his fiancée Chloe San Jose, his family, and supporters for their love, prayers, and encouragement throughout the competition
- Despite falling short of his desired results, Yulo said he is choosing to focus on the lessons, memories, and faith that came from the experience as he looks ahead to returning stronger
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Carlos Yulo looked back on his experience at the 2026 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Europe with gratitude, faith and pride in his family, particularly his younger brother Eldrew, who also competed for the Philippines.
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In a lengthy social media post, the two-time Olympic gold medalist acknowledged that the competition did not end with the result he had hoped to deliver. Despite that disappointment, Yulo said he remains thankful for the opportunity to compete, learn and grow.
The gymnast began his reflection by recalling their first trip to Australia together before describing their journey to Europe for the World Championships as another special chapter for the siblings.
“When we thought our first trip in Australia together couldn’t get any better, GOD said, ‘wait, there’s more’ and sent us siblings to Europe for the World Champs 🇪🇺🏆,” Yulo wrote.
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Yulo admitted that the outcome was not what he wanted, but said his faith helped him put the experience into perspective.
“It wasn’t the result I hoped to give, but I’m always grateful to our Lord for giving me this opportunity. Not just to compete, but also to learn, grow, and see the bigger picture,” he said.
The gymnast added that he is learning to trust God even when circumstances do not immediately make sense.
“Sometimes, God allows things to happen for reasons we may not immediately understand, and I’m learning to trust His plans even more,” he wrote.
For Yulo, one of the most meaningful aspects of the trip was being able to experience the World Championships alongside his siblings. He expressed happiness that, regardless of what happened during the competition, the family continued to support one another.
“Sobrang happy ko na kahit anong mga nangyari, we’re still here magkakapatid, supporting and standing by each other,” he said, joking about their lack of a group photograph inside the arena.
“Wala na naman tayong picture mag-kakasama sa arena hahaha 😅,” he added.
Yulo also singled out Eldrew for praise, expressing pride in his younger brother’s performance.
“Super proud of my younger brother Eldrew!” he wrote.
The Olympic champion said both brothers gave everything they had during the competition and had nothing to regret about their efforts.
“We both fought hard, gave everything we had, and left it all out there. Wala tayong dapat pagsisihan because we know how much we gave and how hard we worked for this 💪🏻,” Yulo said.
He also celebrated his sister Jorielgel, who was part of the Philippine delegation as a judge. Yulo described it as a particularly meaningful moment to have the siblings representing the country in different capacities.
“And to my ate Jorielgel I’m so happy and proud of your journey as a judge! Never ko na imagine na magkakasama tayong magre-represent ng Pilipinas in our own ways. What a special moment for us siblings 🇵🇭❤️,” he wrote.
Yulo likewise expressed his appreciation for his fiancée, Chloe San Jose, for supporting him and his siblings throughout the trip. He thanked her not only for her support in gymnastics but also for helping create memorable moments away from the sport.
“And of course, to my fiancé Chloe thank you for always showering us siblings with so much love and support,” he said.
He playfully thanked San Jose for their “side quests” in Paris, saying those experiences had a deeper emotional significance for him and his siblings.
“Thank you rin palagi sa mga napaka-sayang side quests like this one sa Paris 🤣. Hindi mo alam kung gaano mo na-heal yung inner child naming magkakapatid,” Yulo wrote.
He continued, “These little moments mean so much more to us than you’ll ever know. Thank you for making life outside gymnastics just as beautiful and memorable. Mahal na mahal kita!”
Yulo reserved another message of gratitude for his family in the Philippines and everyone who supported the siblings through prayers and encouragement.
“Lastly, to our family back in the Philippines and everyone else who prayed for us, believed in us, and supported us through it all, maraming maraming salamat po 🙏🏻,” he wrote.
Concluding his reflection, Yulo acknowledged that the competition did not finish according to his expectations, but he chose to look at the bigger picture.
“This competition may not have ended the way I wanted, but I’m choosing to be grateful for the lessons, the memories, and the people God continue to bless me with,” he said.
Yulo emphasized that setbacks would not prevent him from continuing to pursue his goals.
“We may fall short of the results we dream of, but we will never stop fighting, learning, and believing,” he added.
He ended his message with a declaration of faith and determination, saying, “By God’s grace, we’ll come back stronger. Always for the Philippines 🇵🇭☝🏻”
Carlos Yulo is a Filipino artistic gymnast who has established himself as one of the country’s most accomplished athletes in the sport. His international reputation grew through his performances at major gymnastics competitions, including the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships. Yulo further cemented his place in Philippine sports history at the Paris Olympics, where he captured two gold medals. His Olympic victories came in the men’s floor exercise and men’s vault events, giving the Philippines two landmark gymnastics triumphs.
In a previous report, Angelica Yulo gave followers a look at how her mother celebrated her birthday in a simple gathering. The social media post featured Angelica and other members of the family enjoying a meal together at a restaurant. Angelica said that seeing her family happy inspires her to work harder and provide them with the best possible celebrations on their birthdays. She also shared an affectionate message for her mother, explaining how deeply fulfilling it is for her to see her smile.
Earlier, Chloe Anjeleigh San Jose recalled the beginnings of her relationship with Carlos Yulo during an interview with Olympics, revealing that their love story started with a simple message on Twitter. While discussing her fiancé, the content creator also explained that people may see a different side of Yulo when he is spending time with his family. San Jose additionally opened up about her childhood ambition of becoming a gymnast, describing her relationship with Yulo as a full-circle moment in her life. Their story was also featured in an Olympics Instagram reel that highlighted San Jose’s support for the Filipino double Olympic champion.
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