[HOMESTRETCH] Beyond the bell: Nesthy Petecio’s becoming

MANILA, Philippines – Filipinos know Nesthy Petecio as a boxer who has given the country silver and bronze medals in the Olympic games, and multiple medals in other international competitions.

But despite all her achievements and struggles in her 20-year boxing career, she still eyes an Olympic gold medal.

In this episode, we hear more about her journey: her struggles after her big loss in the 2018 Asian Games, her medal-winning comeback at the 2020 Olympics, and her outlook as she competed in the 2025 SEA Games. Petecio reveals to show host Pató Gregorio her inspiration and motivation, and her future plans as an athlete.

Homestretch aims to tell the stories of people who inspire us with their struggles and triumphs, and the places that help define our spirit as a nation.

Watch on Sunday, January 11, at 8 pm on Rappler’s YouTube channel. – Rappler.com