TRIVIA: The golden career of sports icon Lydia de Vega

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Whenever we hear the name Lydia de Vega, the first thing that comes to mind is the word “legend.”

Her accomplishment as a Pinay athlete is unrivaled.

She brought honor to the Philippines countless times, pulling off feats that put her name in our history books.

During her prime, Lydia was referred to as the Track Queen from the Philippines, Asia's Sprint Queen, and Asia's Fastest Woman--titles are a testament to all her gold winning moments in athletics. Each of her medal was a product of her hard work anddiscipline, and a shining symbol of her supremacy in her field.

Time to look back at the illustrious career of Pinay Sports legend Lydia de Vega-Mercado in this gallery.


Lydia de Vega
Olympian
Hall of Fame
2019 SEA Games
Singapore
Paneng Mercado
2016 birthday
Greatest treasure
Breast cancer
Condition

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