WATCH: Hidilyn Diaz fulfills dream as weightlifting returns to Palarong Pambansa

Hidilyn Diaz hopes the inclusion of weightlifting to the Palarong Pambansa program is just the beginning as she looks forward to seeing the sport played in the collegiate level

ILOCOS NORTE, Philippines – The popularity of weightlifting in the country has grown drastically thanks to the international exploits of Olympic champion Hidilyn Diaz.

And for the Palarong Pambansa this year, weightlifting returns as a demo sport.

Diaz hopes the inclusion of weightlifting to the Palarong Pambansa program, and the sport’s potential promotion to regular status in the coming years, pave the way for a new crop of Filipino champions in the sport. – Rappler.com