On October 21, word got out that Carlos Yulo’s younger siblings, Karl Eldrew and Elaiza, made the big move to Japan for gymnastics training. The report revealed they were now under the guidance of none other than Kugimiya Munehiro. That was interesting, sure. But the real twist came next: both Eldrew and Elaiza are now among the hopefuls aiming to represent the Philippines in gymnastics at the 2028 LA Olympics. It’s official—the Yulo dynasty has begun its next chapter. How do we know? Well, let’s just say Karl Eldrew is already giving us a glimpse of what’s to come.

Fast forward to November 2, and Karl Eldrew showed just how serious he is about following in his brother’s Olympian footsteps. The 16-year-old absolutely owned the JRC Artistic Stars Championships in Thailand, taking home the all-around gold in the MAG Junior division. And he didn’t stop there—he also clinched first place in floor exercise, still rings, and vault. Talk about a sweep! It’s safe to say he’s starting to carve out his own place in the spotlight, and it’s starting to look like he’s walking in Carlos’s shadow—except, of course, Karl’s got his own big dreams now.

Oh, and the surprises keep coming! After Karl’s jaw-dropping performance, Filipino businessman Chavit Singson came out to announce an $8000 incentive for the teen. But hold up—it’s not prize money. According to Singson, the cash is an acknowledgment of Karl’s relentless hard work and dedication to becoming the Philippines’ next gymnastics sensation.

The Filipino businessman claimed according to VnExpress International, “[Eldrew] deserves the incentive for showing hard work and determination to become the country’s next gymnastics sensation.” Looks like Karl’s not just following his brother’s legacy—he’s got people betting on him to make his own Olympic history. After all, Carlos pulled off the unthinkable at the Paris Olympics!

At first, Carlos appeared on the floor exercise final at the Bercy Arena. He was a bit tensed but determined. Meanwhile, his determination led him to score a staggering 15.000 in the final. His flowers followed him subsequently as the presenter announced him as the victor. History was made there! Carlos became the first Filipino to take Olympic gold in men’s artistic gymnastics. But was that all? No, certainly. 

24 hours later, Yulo returned to the same arena with more determination and less tension. It was the vault final, his trademark event. In the Tokyo Olympics, he had missed the podium finish by a fraction of points. But this time, his determination led him to score 15.116, the highest in the event. Again, he earned an Olympic gold, becoming the first-ever Filipino to snag two Olympic golds in a single Games.

A phenomenal achievement that established him at the top level in his country. However, Karl Eldrew Yulo has also earned multiple medals in a single competition, almost repeating his brother’s deeds. But the names Carlos Yulo, Karl Eldrew Yulo, and Chavit Singson have another common thing to share. 

Carlos Yulo’s family receives an amount while the big one is still on the list 

After Carlos Yulo’s impressive achievements in Paris, Chavit Singson announced he would reward him with PhP 5 million ($86,000). However, upon learning of the ongoing family feud within the Yulo household, he added a condition to the incentive: the money would only be given if Carlos reconciled with his mother, Angelica Poquiz Yulo. The public dispute began when Carlos accused his mother of mishandling his finances and accusing his girlfriend, Chloe San Jose, of financial exploitation. Angelica, in turn, defended her actions, stating that her investments were made out of concern for her children’s financial stability.

On a further note, the former Filipino House of Representatives said, “I’ll give five million pesos just so they can be together as a family… I’ll give your family five million pesos if you can forgive each other.” Such a demand from an eminent individual raised several questions. However, Singson again came forward to clear the air. 

Chavit Singson’s reasoning behind his reward for Yulo is both thoughtful and telling. He explained, “In offering this reward, I hope to send a powerful message that the success of an individual is never solely their own; it is shared by those who stand by them, offering love, guidance, and unwavering support.” Nice sentiment, right? But there’s a catch. Despite the generosity, Singson’s attempts to broker peace within the Yulo family have yet to break the ice.

Back in November, Singson made a goodwill visit to Carlos Yulo’s family in Manila, with an offer of reconciliation in hand. To sweeten the deal, he also handed over a generous $17,000 as an early Christmas gift. But so far, his efforts have been met with silence, with the family situation remaining as icy as ever. Now, with Karl Eldrew receiving a big payout himself, the question arises: Could this latest move change anything? Will the future see the Yulo family finally come together, or is this just another gesture that won’t thaw the tension? Only time will tell—what do you think? Could this wind up as a game-changer, or is it just more of the same?