1st Filipina 2 time Olympian Bronze Medalist Nesthy Petecio, Family's Bread Winner
The Petecio Family and the Nation Celebrate Nesthy Petecio's Journey in the Paris Olympics Full Support from the Petecio Family The Petecio family, along with their guests in Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur, stayed up late and eagerly awaited Nesthy Petecio’s semifinal match in the 57kg Division of Women's Boxing at the Paris Olympics. Nesthy, a Tokyo Olympic Silver Medalist, was their pride and joy. Before the fight began, the family gathered to pray for her victory and safety. When Nesthy stepped into the ring, the entire household erupted in cheers, filled with hope for her win. Anxiety and Nerves While Watching During the match, Nesthy’s mother, Priscilla, couldn’t help but feel anxious, while her father, Teodoro, instinctively took on the role of a coach, shouting instructions at the television as if his daughter could hear him. The family rejoiced every time Nesthy landed a solid punch against her Polish opponent, Julia Semereta. However, after three intense rounds, they ...