MANILA, Philippines–Filipino boxer Eumir Marcial is the country’s new flag bearer for the Tokyo Olympics opening ceremonies at Japan’s National Stadium on July 23, replacing pole vaulter EJ Obiena.
Philippine Olympic Committee President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino said Marcial became the wiser choice to carry the flag as the boxer will be arriving in Tokyo earlier than Obiena.
“He [Marcial] has the most flexible schedule before and after the opening ceremony,” said Tolentino. “We have already informed Eumir about his task and we are very thankful to EJ for understanding. He cannot rebook his flight anymore.”
Marcial took several flights from his training camp in Colorado Spr…
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