Leanne Wong Secures World Gymnastics Silver, US Medal Streak Since 2003 Continues

Leanne Wong secured a silver medal at the 2025 World Gymnastics Championships, narrowly missing gold to Angelina Melnikova by 0.10 points and continuing the U.S. women's streak of winning an all-around medal at every worlds and Olympics since 2003. Wong's strong performance included a powerful vault that temporarily put her in first place, although Melnikova's final floor routine, despite some deductions, clinched her the gold. Meanwhile, in the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, 15-year-old Kristen Ambriel Aguila earned a silver medal in taekwondo's girls' individual recognized poomsae event, narrowly losing to Iran's Zeinab Shahriari. Aguila's journey involved close victories over competitors from China and Kyrgyzstan, showcasing poise beyond her years and adding to the Philippines' medal tally, which also includes bronze medals in teqball girls doubles by Crystal Carino and Nicole Tabucol. The Philippines stands with one gold, one silver, and one bronze at the Games, highlighting the country's growing presence in youth sports. Both Wong and Aguila exemplify rising talents contributing to their countries' proud sporting legacies on the international stage.