Olympic-bound gymnast Levi Ruivivar shares how excited she is to represent the Philippines for the Paris 2024 games. Visiting the Philippines for the first time, Ruivivar said she also used this as an opportunity to give back as she gave leotards to young Filipina gymnasts. In her brief stay in the country, the Filipino-American gymnast now shifts her focus to the upcoming Olympics, and looks forward to get in touch with her roots more. Ruivivar is the youngest Olympian, and will represent the Philippines along with gymnasts Carlos Yulo, Aleah Finnegan, and Emma Malabuyo. VIDEO BY RIO DELUVIO

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