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EJ Obiena isn’t one to stir the pot, but when rumors start flying about his relationship with fellow athlete and two-time gold medalist Caloy, he felt it was time to clear the air. In a heartfelt statement, Obiena made it clear that his friendship with Caloy has stood strong for years and will continue to do so for decades to come. There’s no rivalry here—just mutual respect and admiration for what each has achieved for the country.

Obiena took a strong stand against misleading stories, emphasizing that journalism should be rooted in facts, not fabrications meant to rack up clicks, likes, and shares. "It’s a sad state of affairs when stories are fabricated just to get attention," he said, lamenting how this trend has sometimes tarnished the profession.

Setting the record straight, Obiena expressed that he has never, and will never, comment on anyone’s personal life, especially not Caloy’s. "That’s why it’s called ‘private life.’ It’s personal. It’s nobody else’s business," he stressed, pointing out that making baseless assertions about such matters is outright libel. He urged everyone to recognize clickbait for what it is and not to be sucked into unnecessary drama.

Ending his statement on a resolute note, Obiena said he is focused on what truly matters: his preparation for the upcoming season. He called on fans and followers to channel their energy into supporting athletes, instead of getting lost in fabricated stories. "Let’s focus on cheering our athletes on, instead of creating false drama to sell advertising space," he concluded. With that, EJ Obiena has made his position clear—no more comments, no more drama, just pure dedication to his craft and unwavering respect for his friend, Caloy.