The South-East Asian (SEA) 2019 Games are now in full flow with hosts Philippines leading the line in the medals tally. Such sporting events bring with them some bittersweet stories and Indonesia’s Edgar Xavier Marvelo’s story is one of them.
Edgar Xavier Marvelo flew back to Indonesia in time for his father's funeral, dedicated his gold medal wins to him.
Marvelo's story went viral after the official 2019 SEA Games Facebook page posted about his story. (READ: Mixed Tears: After Winning Gold, Indonesian Wushu Athlete Receives News of Father's Death)
Marvelo won two gold medals for his country in men’s Gunshu and Daoshu events of Wushu and while he was competing in the events, his father passed away back home. He was only informed of the sad news after he won the gold medals.
"Terima kasih atas karangan bunga nya (Thank you for the bouquets)"
“People in his team were in tears after his victory and those were not just tears of joy. Edgar’s father died while he was competing in the event and he was only informed about it after winning the gold, bringing him to tears.
“He dedicates his gold medal to his country and to his father,” a post on SEA Games 2019 Facebook page read.
The Indonesian star posted a picture of himself with the two gold medals he’s won and dedicated them to his father.
"2 Gold Medals, for Papa ❤"
Congratulations again and deepest condolences, Edgar! You've made your country proud!
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This article first appeared on FOX Sports Asia.
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