Netizens Suddenly Remember Hidilyn Diaz’s Lifetime Free Fuel as Gas Prices Rise
HIDILYN DIAZ – The looming increase in petroleum prices has sparked humorous reactions online, with some netizens jokingly envying Hidilyn Diaz’s lifetime fuel reward.
Several netizens recently took a lighthearted trip down memory lane as they recalled one of the rewards given to the Philippines’ first Olympic gold medalist, Hidilyn Diaz. The discussion resurfaced online as news about another possible increase in petroleum prices spread, prompting some social media users to jokingly envy the athlete’s unique lifetime perk.
The renewed buzz came after reports about the looming spike in fuel prices and news of gasoline stations reportedly running out of supply. As motorists braced themselves for another potential price hike, some netizens remembered that Hidilyn had received a lifetime free fuel reward back in 2021.
Many Filipinos still recall how Diaz made history during the 2020 Summer Olympics held in Tokyo, where she won the gold medal in weightlifting. Her historic victory marked the first Olympic gold medal ever secured by the Philippines, triggering an outpouring of recognition, incentives, and rewards from both the government and private companies.
Among those who honored Diaz was Phoenix Petroleum. In July 2021, the company granted the champion athlete a lifetime free fuel privilege as a token of appreciation for bringing pride to the country. Aside from the free gasoline benefit, she also received an estimated ₱5 million.
With fuel prices again becoming a hot topic, some social media users could not help but jokingly wish they had the same benefit. Several comments quickly circulated online, poking fun at the situation while praising Diaz for her remarkable achievement.
“Sana all na lang”
“Hidilyn kahit half tank lang, baka naman hahaha”
“Sana paambon ng gasolina, sinoportahan naman kita hahaha”
“Hidilyn baka pwedeng magpa-refill sayo HAHAHA”
“Sana pala nagbuhat na lang din ako noon.”
“Literal na sana oil!”
“Himbing siguro ng tulog n’ya ngayon”
“Hidilyn my friend, pa-full tank ka naman!”
“Dapat pala noon palang nagbuhat na rin ako hahahaha”
“Proud kami sa’yo noon, pwede pa re-fill?”
The playful remarks reflect both the admiration many Filipinos still have for Diaz and the frustrations motorists feel amid rising fuel costs. Her achievement continues to be celebrated years after her historic Olympic win, and the incentives she received remain a symbol of the nation’s gratitude.
As of this writing, Hidilyn has not yet released any statement regarding the renewed online chatter about her lifetime free fuel reward.
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