MANILA, Philippines — Former Ilocos Sur Gov. Chavit Singson said yesterday his offer of P5-million reward to two-time gold medalist Carlos Yulo and his family still stands.
But Singson insisted the reward must be accepted by the Yulo family as a united front.
“Utos ng Diyos yon honor thy father and thy mother,” said Singson, hoping the champion gymnast would soon resolve his issues with his family.
Meanwhile, Singson promised strong support to Philippine sports if the seasoned politician, businessman and sportsman is given the chance to serve in the Senate.
Singson, former governor, congressman and mayor in the province of Ilocos Sur, and chairman emeritus of the Philippine National Shooting Association (PNSA), is eyeing one of the 12 senatorial slots at stake in next year’s midterm elections.
Singson knows sports as much as he knows politics, and promised to look after the welfare of Filipino athletes, especially those who bring pride and honor to the country in international competitions.
He has taken boxer Charly Suarez under his wings, and has been providing the 2016 Olympian the proper breaks he would need in search of a world title.