Yulo trains for up to six hours a day over two sessions. His coach, Munehiro Kugimiya, plays a significant role in his training regime. Yulo moved to Tokyo in 2017 to train with Kugimiya under a scheme supported by the Gymnastics Association of the Philippines and the Japan Gymnastics Association.

Injuries and Recovery

Yulo has faced several injuries throughout his career. A strained ligament in his left ankle caused him to miss the 2023 World Cup event in Cairo, Egypt. However, he recovered to compete at the 2023 South East Asian Games in Cambodia, winning four medals including gold in the individual all-around.

In 2022, he injured his finger at the All Japan Seniors Championship. A left elbow injury prevented him from competing in the all-around competition at the 2021 World Championships in Kitakyushu, Japan. Despite this, he won gold on vault and silver on parallel bars.

In 2019, a chest injury kept him out of the World Cup event in Baku, Azerbaijan. Despite a sprained ankle during training, he won gold on parallel bars at the 2017 Asian Junior Championships in Bangkok, Thailand.

Achievements and Ambitions

Yulo made history by becoming the first artistic gymnast representing the Philippines to win a medal at the world championships. He claimed bronze in the floor exercise at the 2018 edition of the tournament in Doha, Qatar. In 2019, he became the first to win gold at the world championships by triumphing in Stuttgart, Germany.

In 2022, he received the Most Valuable Player Award as Best Gymnast of the Year from the Gymnastics Association of the Philippines. His sporting philosophy is simple: "Be patient, listen to your parents and your coach, and of course be disciplined."

Looking ahead, Yulo aims to win gold at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. His dedication and rigorous training regime reflect his commitment to achieving this goal.

Personal Insights

Yulo idolises Japanese artistic gymnast Kohei Uchimura. Despite initial challenges with communication and adapting to life in Japan, Yulo now feels more at home there. He appreciates the kindness of people around him.

The support from various organisations such as FIG and IOC's 'Olympic Solidarity' programme has been instrumental in his journey. His mother also played a crucial role by encouraging him to move to Japan for better training opportunities.

Carlos Edriel Yulo's journey from Manila to Tokyo showcases his resilience and determination. His achievements have set new benchmarks for Filipino gymnasts on the global stage.