Philippines' first Olympic gold medalist was once accused of plotting to overthrow the president, but the man who accused her is now thanking her for winning

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Just two years ago, Hidilyn Diaz received death threats from her fellow Filipinos for her alleged involvement in a plot to overthrow Duterte and destabilise the government. Tokyo2020 TokyoOlympics

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's reputation in the Philippines from an accused conspirator against the government to a recognized national hero.in the women's weightlifting 55 kg at the Tokyo Olympics on Monday, becoming the first gold medalist in the history of her country.

Diaz vigorously denied the claims shortly after her allegations were relased to the public in a video she posted to her social media channels."When I first heard that my name was there, I just laughed. I thought it was a joke. But when I though about it, I had fear as well. Not because it is true, but I feared for me and my family's security," Diaz said in Filipino. "I am so focused on my goal for Tokyo 2020.

"I do not need defamation, accusations, made-up stories," she added. "I do not need lies from our fellow Filipinos. I need support, not just for me but for all Filipino athletes. I am not just lifting weights, I am uplifting the dignity of every Filipino."

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