Another Filipino to be seen in Winter Olympics

MANILA, Philippines - Figure skater Michael Christian Martinez is not the only Filipino skater at the Winter Olympics as a young Pinay is set to perform at the official closing ceremonies in Sochi, Russia.

Martinez's friend, Audrey Alcaraz, will be showcasing her skating prowess to the world on February 23, prior to Russia's ceremonial transfer of the Olympic flame to South Korea for the 2018 games.

Alcaraz, 13, said in an interview with Tempo that the invitation for her performance came all of a sudden.

She said that she does not know why she was chosen for the event, but said her third place finish at a training camp in Korea probably made a mark that led to the invitation for her to perform in Sochi.

The 8th grade student at Saint Pedro Poveda college said that she is honored for having been invited to perform. She also sees the performance as a very big opportunity for someone at such a young age. - Camille Diola

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