Hidilyn Diaz, Olympic medalist RIO 2016

Hidilyn Diaz, of the Philipines, competes in the women's 53kg weightlifting competition at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Sunday, Aug. 7, 2016. Diaz won the silver medal. 

RIO DE JANEIRO – Hidilyn Diaz has just turned into an instant millionaire.

Without her knowing it perhaps, the 25-year-old who came from humble beginnings is bound to receive more than what she has ever dreamed of.

For winning the silver medal in women’s weightlifting, Diaz will get P5 million from the government as part of the Incentives Act.

There’s more to come from the private sector.

She will be showered with gifts, including a house and lot from 8990 Deca Homes. Don’t be surprised if someone gives her a brand new car as well.

Endorsements will come around, and she will get paid – well.

A grand hero’s welcome. The list could go on and on.

“She’s made the country proud,” the Philippine Sports Commission said yesterday.

PSC chairman William “Butch” Ramirez had reported Diaz’s feat to Malacañang at 4:30 a.m. yesterday and is trying to arrange for a grand welcome not only for the Zamboanga lass but also for her fellow Olympians.

“I have informed the President, through Sec. Christopher Go, to welcome her and all the sports heroes,” Ramirez said.

Republic Act 10699, the amended Incentives Law, guarantees Diaz P5 million for her breakthrough silver medal in the Olympics.

“By law, she’s going to get P5 million from the government. A private corporation, 8990 Deca Homes, will give house and lot to the Rio Olympic medalists, too, as well as token gifts to other Olympians,” Ramirez said. READ MORE>>>>>>>

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