Roel Velasco
Profession: Athlete
Roel Velasco is a former Filipino boxer best known for winning a bronze medal in boxing at the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games, making him one of the Philippines most successful Olympic boxers.
Competing in the men light flyweight division, Velasco was admired for his discipline, technique, and composure in the ring. His Olympic medal added to the Philippines growing legacy in international boxing and helped strengthen the country reputation as a global boxing powerhouse.
After retiring from competition, Roel Velasco continued serving Philippine sports through leadership and administrative roles, contributing to athlete development and national sports programs.
Tags: Boxing
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Boxing Career Highlights
- Bronze Medalist, Men Light Flyweight Boxing-1992 Barcelona Olympics
- Represented the Philippines in multiple international boxing tournaments
- Part of a strong era of Philippine amateur boxing success
- Known for consistency, technical skill, and ring intelligence
Achievements
- Olympic Bronze Medalist (1992)
- One of the Philippines most accomplished Olympic boxers
- Respected sports leader and mentor after retirement
- Contributor to Philippine boxing development programs
Life and Public Image
- Known for humility, discipline, and professionalism
- Maintains a low-profile but respected presence in Philippine sports
- Actively involved in sports administration and mentoring
- Continues to inspire young boxers through his Olympic legacy
Fun Facts
- Older brother of Olympic silver medalist Mansueto Onyok Velasco
- Part of a rare sibling Olympic medalist legacy in Philippine boxing
- One of the few Filipinos to win an Olympic medal in boxing
- His Olympic success helped pave the way for future Filipino boxing champions