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EJ Obiena Soars To World Number 2 In Ranking
Photo credit: EJ Obiena
Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena proudly shared his latest achievement with the Philippines and the world. The post featured a photo of him during his inspiring journey as a pole vaulter.
The caption read, "Good Morning Philippines 馃嚨馃嚟 Your very own skinny kid from Tondo, alumni of CKSC and UST, is now WORLD NUMBER TWO鉁岋笍. Thank you to everyone who made this possible, and my deepest gratitude to those who went to war so that I could continue this dream. This is not just my accomplishment alone, but everyone’s. Maraming salamat 馃檹 Pilipinas sa pagkakataon na iwagayway ang iyong diwa. This dreamer dares to dream 馃挱."
The achievement is nothing short of remarkable, as Obiena, previously ranked world No.3, surpassed American pole vaulter Chris Nilsen to secure the coveted second spot. He garnered an impressive 1,432 ranking points, solidifying his place among the world's elite athletes in the pole vaulting discipline.
Hailing from Tondo, Philippines, EJ Obiena's journey to success has been filled with determination, hard work, and the unwavering support of his fellow Filipinos. His leap to world No.2 is a testament to his dedication and passion for the sport.
Obiena expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed to his success, acknowledging the sacrifices made by others to support his dreams. He emphasized that this accomplishment is not solely his but a collective victory for his country and supporters worldwide.
As he continues to represent the Philippines on the global stage, EJ Obiena's success is an inspiration to aspiring athletes and dreamers alike.
The caption read, "Good Morning Philippines 馃嚨馃嚟 Your very own skinny kid from Tondo, alumni of CKSC and UST, is now WORLD NUMBER TWO鉁岋笍. Thank you to everyone who made this possible, and my deepest gratitude to those who went to war so that I could continue this dream. This is not just my accomplishment alone, but everyone’s. Maraming salamat 馃檹 Pilipinas sa pagkakataon na iwagayway ang iyong diwa. This dreamer dares to dream 馃挱."
The achievement is nothing short of remarkable, as Obiena, previously ranked world No.3, surpassed American pole vaulter Chris Nilsen to secure the coveted second spot. He garnered an impressive 1,432 ranking points, solidifying his place among the world's elite athletes in the pole vaulting discipline.
Hailing from Tondo, Philippines, EJ Obiena's journey to success has been filled with determination, hard work, and the unwavering support of his fellow Filipinos. His leap to world No.2 is a testament to his dedication and passion for the sport.
Obiena expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed to his success, acknowledging the sacrifices made by others to support his dreams. He emphasized that this accomplishment is not solely his but a collective victory for his country and supporters worldwide.
As he continues to represent the Philippines on the global stage, EJ Obiena's success is an inspiration to aspiring athletes and dreamers alike.
Jul 20, 2023
