Double Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo and his brother, Karl Eldrew Yulo, will headline the Philippine gymnastics team for the 20th Asian Games scheduled to take place at the Nippon Gaishi Hall in Nagoya, Japan next month. Announced by the Philippine Olympic Committee, the squad features prominent international names across men’s and women’s artistic events.
Fantasy & Market Impact
A Family Affair at the Nippon Gaishi Hall
The Philippine Olympic Committee officially released the rosters for men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics on Tuesday, confirming that the Yulo brothers will turn the upcoming continental gathering into a family showcase. Following their appearances at the 2026 Asian Gymnastics Championships earlier this year, Carlos and Karl Eldrew Yulo are locked in for the trip to Nagoya. According to reporting from The Manila Times, this marks Carlos Yulo’s second Asian Games appearance, having previously featured in Jakarta back in 2018.
Roster Depth Across Artistic, Rhythmic, and Trampoline Disciplines
Supporting the Yulo brothers on the men’s artistic gymnastics squad are Juancho Miguel Besana, Justine Ace De Leon, and Zachary Cortins Nuñez. Meanwhile, the women’s artistic lineup features Paris Olympian Levi Ruivivar, alongside Kylee Kvamme, Chiara Dawn Andrew, Lauren Supnet, and Haylee Garcia.
The delegation’s breadth is further reinforced by the rhythmic gymnastics entries, featuring Breanna Labadan and Jasmine Althea Ramilo. In the trampoline events, Jerry Ilano Jr. will represent the men’s side while Luvicar Janine Padilla handles the women’s division. Here is a breakdown of the official athlete distribution across disciplines:
| Gymnastics Discipline | Men’s Roster | Women’s Roster |
|---|---|---|
| Artistic Gymnastics | Carlos Yulo, Karl Eldrew Yulo, Juancho Miguel Besana, Justine Ace De Leon, Zachary Cortins Nuñez | Levi Ruivivar, Kylee Kvamme, Chiara Dawn Andrew, Lauren Supnet, Haylee Garcia |
| Rhythmic Gymnastics | N/A | Breanna Labadan, Jasmine Althea Ramilo |
| Trampoline | Jerry Ilano Jr. | Luvicar Janine Padilla |
Strategic Outlook Ahead of Nagoya
The integration of veteran leadership like Carlos Yulo with emerging talents provides a stabilizing presence in the training camp.
Disclaimer: The fantasy and market insights provided are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute financial or betting advice.
