Philippine Weightlifter Elreen Ando Qualifies for Paris Olympics
Cebuana weightlifter Elreen Ando secures her spot in the upcoming Paris Olympics after an impressive performance at the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) World Cup in Phuket, Thailand.
Key Highlights:
- Ando finished seventh in the women’s 59kg class, clearing 100kg in snatch and 128kg in clean and jerk.
- Her total lift of 228kg helped her crack the top 10 of the IWF Olympic Qualification Ranking (OQR).
- Ando becomes the second Filipino weightlifter to qualify for Paris, joining John Ceniza in the men’s 61kg class.
Hidilyn Diaz, a prominent weightlifter, narrowly missed out on qualifying for her fifth consecutive Olympics due to the one-athlete-per-country rule per weight category.
Despite the challenges, Ando and Diaz continue to showcase their dedication and skill in the world of weightlifting, representing the Philippines on the global stage.
Upcoming Olympic Contenders from Team Philippines:
- EJ Obiena – Pole Vaulter
- Carlos Yulo and Aleah Finnegan – Gymnasts
- Eumir Marcial, Nesthy Petecio, and Aira Villegas – Boxers
As the countdown to the Paris Olympics begins, Filipino athletes like Elreen Ando are gearing up to make their mark and inspire a nation with their remarkable performances.
