Carlos Yulo, the Filipino gymnastics sensation, is setting his sights on a medal in the parallel bars event at the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. With his exceptional skills and unwavering determination, Yulo is well-positioned to make a strong showing in the competition.
The parallel bars apparatus consists of two horizontal bars, 3.35 meters long and approximately 2 meters high. Yulo’s routine begins with a mount, followed by a series of complex and gravity-defying maneuvers. Among his signature moves are the Healy, Press Handstand, Stutz Handstand, Diamidov, Tippelt, and Bhavsar.
Yulo strategically combines these elements to create a dynamic and visually stunning performance. Typically, he concludes his routine with a double front salto dismount.
Scoring in the parallel bars event is determined by two panels of judges, one evaluating the difficulty of the routine and the other assessing its execution. The final score is the combined sum of these two evaluations.
Yulo recognizes the increasing skill level of his opponents and emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement. He is committed to refining his techniques and pushing the boundaries of his abilities.
Yulo’s journey to the 2024 Paris Olympics will officially commence on July 27 with the qualification round at the Bercy Arena. If fortune favors him, he will have the opportunity to compete for an Olympic medal in the floor finals on August 3, followed by the vault event on August 4, and the grand finale in the parallel bars on August 5.
