MANILA – The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is not stopping 2019 Southeast Asian Games wushu champion Agatha Wong from staying in shape as she continues her workouts at home.
During the 12th “Usapang Sports on Air” by the Tabloids Organization in Philippine Sports, Wong said as national athlete, it is her duty to be in focus and continue to work hard in training under the new normal in sports.
“I always think that I am carrying the flag of the Philippines and the name of the country as a national athlete in wushu,” said Wong. “I confess na may mga araw din na ayokong mag-training kasi walang nagha-handle sa akin, walang nagbabantay sa akin. Hindi rin ako pwedeng lumabas ng bahay.”
“It’s always all about hard work and discipline,” she added.
Wong shared that she was supposed to compete in four major international competitions in India, Japan, Italy, and China this year but all were suspended due to the pandemic.
“But next year, I think they will just reschedule all these competitions. Magdo-doble pa ang competitions namin since World and Asian championships are held once every two years,” she added./PN
