Cebu City Weightlifters Shine with Three Golds at Palarong Pambansa Demo Event
Source: news.source.cebudailynews_inquirer
Cebu City lifters demonstrated their prowess by securing three gold medals and a silver in the weightlifting demonstration event at the Palarong Pambansa 2025. With Olympic champion Hidilyn Diaz present, the event highlighted the sport's potential for reinstatement as a regular competition. Notable performances included Alberto Bacaro Jr., Princess Angel Ando, and Veronica Quismundo, showcasing Cebu's strength in weightlifting.
Key Points
Cebu City lifters won three gold medals and one silver in the weightlifting demo at Palarong Pambansa 2025.
The event was highlighted by the presence of Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz.
Alberto Bacaro Jr., Princess Angel Ando, and Veronica Quismundo were among the standout performers from Cebu.
The strong performance by Cebu's lifters underscores the push for weightlifting to become a regular event in Palarong Pambansa.
National coach Ramon Solis and other figures are advocating for the sport's reinstatement.
