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<div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Tokyo Olympics silver medalist Carlo Paalam donning the Francis Libiran barong. Screenshot from Francis Libiran for Paris Olympics 2024" src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1721916303832viber_image_2024-07-25_21-39-47-428.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><figcaption>Tokyo Olympics silver medalist Carlo Paalam donning the Francis Libiran barong. <em>Screenshot from Francis Libiran for Paris Olympics 2024</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>A proud moment for Filipinos once again ignites as the passing of the torch takes place at the opening ceremonies of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. </p><p>The official video of the “Sinag” Barong created by esteemed designer Francis Libiran has neem released ahead of the Paris Olympics opening.</p><p>The “Sinag”, which is inspired by the rays of the sun, is a symbol of hope and pride. With the vibrant colors of our Philippine flag, it is meticulously designed to showcase cultural heritage and heroism.</p><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/sports/2024/7/25/opening-ceremony-ng-paris-olympics-inaabangan-1954" id="isPasted">Opening ceremony ng Paris Olympics inaabangan </a></div><p>Philippine Olympic medalists, boxers Nesthy Petecio and Carlo Paalam, and the rest of the Philippine Olympic delegates will not only be carrying the Philippine flag, but will also beam with pride wearing the &quot;Sinag” Barong.</p><div><ivs-player data-ivs-key="e8c22c015ca9eafa76f1e3edfa03c603" data-ivs-spid="3001339" data-ivs-vid="3063911"></ivs-player> <script src="https://player.ivideosmart.com/ivsplayer/v4/dist/js/loader.js"></script></div><div> <em>Courtesy: Francis Libiran for Paris Olympics 2024</em></div><p>“With such a momentous opportunity before us, there is no better way to represent them and our country than with our very own Filipino barong Tagalog,” exclaimed Libiran.</p><p>The opening parade will commence with a cruise along the Seine River and together with delegates from all over the world, our Philippine team is set to make that monumental entrance.</p><p>“For this once-in-a-lifetime occasion, I created this Olympic barong using a light and airy piña-jusi fabric sourced from Kalibo, Aklan. It consists of a detachable, contemporary silk organdy blue and red sling with colors that pay tribute to our Philippine flag,” Libiran explained.</p><p>“The embroidery is inspired by the Pintados warriors, which depicts fierceness in battle. It then covers the left shoulder and upper arm, carefully draping around the torso with a bright yellow sun ray pattern decorating the chest, just like a warrior’s armor symbolizing bravery and hope,’ he added.</p><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/sports/2024/7/24/youngest-ph-olympian-levi-jung-ruivivar-eager-to-make-country-proud-2306" id="isPasted">Youngest PH Olympian Levi Jung-Ruivivar eager to make country proud </a></div><p>Joining Petecio and Paalam in Paris is fellow Tokyo Olympic medalist Eumir Marcial. They will be accompanied by fellow boxers Aira Villegas and Hergie Bacyadan, fencer Sam Catantan, golfers Bianca Pagdanganan and Dottie Ardina, gymnasts Carlo Yulo, Aleah Finnegan, Emma Malabuyo, and Levi Ruvivar, judoka Kiyomi Watanabe, pole vaulter EJ Obiena, rower Joanie Delgaco, swimmer Jarod Hatch and Kayla Sanchez, runners John Cabang Tolentino and Lauren Hoffman, and weightlifters Elreen Ando, John Ceniza, and Vanessa Sarno.</p><p>From the Southeast Asian Games stage to the worldwide grand Olympic stage, Libiran’s creations truly beam of hope. </p><p>“I strongly believe that our athletes are heroes in their own right and if creating the &#x27;Sinag&#x27; Barong is able to encourage and inspire them as they carry our flag, then that for me is already manifesting victory,” Libiran said.</p>

<p>A proud moment for Filipinos once again ignites as the passing of the torch takes place at the opening ceremonies of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. </p>

A proud moment for Filipinos once again ignites as the passing of the torch takes place at the opening ceremonies of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.

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Philippine athletes take centerstage in 'Sinag' barongs in Paris Olympics

Gretchen Fullido,

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Published Jul 25, 2024 11:35 PM PHT

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