Seven-year-old Yulo fan dreams of reaching his idol’s success

SANTIAGO CITY—Shy and a boy of few words, seven-year-old Ethan Jace Viernes relished his victory in the ongoing Cagayan Valley Regional Athletic Meet 2026 here, snatching four gold medals in as many events to dislodge more experienced athletes in the gymnastics competition. On Sunday, he won four gold medals and one bronze across five events—taking