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Honest heroism sells at Resorts World

BEFORE they formally start the selling of “Pagpupugay” at Resorts World today, it must be made clear that it’s not an ordinary sports event, not an ordinary game or bout being marketed to the Filipino.

What’s being peddled here is that very elusive characteristic called “honest heroism.”

Of course, there’ll be a fight involved. But unlike in a boxing championship, it’s not between two fancied combatants.

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Other than on young athletes, the challenge will be on our countrymen, both young and old, who will be encouraged to retrace and allow themselves to be guided and inspired by the deeds, noble principles and dedication of these national sporting greats.

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The first batch of sporting immortals to be honored include Pancho Villa, Teofilo Yldefonso, Carlos Loyzaga, Gabriel Elorde, Felicisimo Ampon, Ben Arda and Manny Pacquiao.

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A ready poser has been raised which says: How could these sports heroes, great as they are, help in the uplift of sports and the reshaping of society at the same time?

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Not really simple, but it goes without saying the rediscovery of hidden heroism among these greats should at least teach and open the eyes of the voting public to determine who among the next batch of political candidates will again try to ride on fake medals, stolen biography, borrowed sideburns, bought heroics, shameless artificiality and other cheap movie-world gimmicks to prop up their selfish campaigns.

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“We’ll celebrate their greatness. Our DNA hasn’t changed, we could be great again,” said Taas Noo Inc., the foundation behind the celebration.

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Added the statement: “Dubbed “Pagpupugay sa 100 Taon ng PH Sports,” the June 1 to 15 event will honor 19 heroes of Philippine sports who left their mark in the world stage the past 100 years.”

Starting June 1 (today) photos and and memorabilia of these heroes will be displayed at the lobby of Resorts World, while a gala night celebrating the deeds of all 19 awardees will cap the celebration on June 12, Independence Day.

“This is important to educate the Filipino people and inspire the youth,” said bowler Paeng Nepomuceno, among the awardees who has been hailed as the Greatest Bowler of All-Time.

The first Olympic medal by the Philippines, won by swimmer Teofilo Yldefonso in Amsterdam during the 1928 Summer Games, will be on display starting today.

There’s a video capsule to be run continuously on the lobby TV wall detailing how and why Yldefonso, an officer in the Philippine Scouts in the last war, could honestly be ranked with Dr. Jose Rizal and Gat. Andres Bonifacio.

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Come and see for yourself, it’s open to the public starting at 1 p.m. Cocktails will be served.

TAGS: bout, event, Pagpupugay, Resorts World

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