NETIZENS LAUNCH PETITION-STYLE CALL FOR MILO TO HONOR RENE BATERBONIA

A growing number of social media users are urging Nestlé MILO Philippines to consider honoring the late young athlete Rene Baterbonia through a special tribute, campaign, or model feature.

The online call has appeared in petition-style posts, comment threads, and AI-generated mockups showing how Rene could be remembered in a MILO campaign. Supporters say the appeal is not meant to spread false claims, but to ask the brand to recognize a story that has touched many Filipinos.

For many netizens, Rene represents the dreams of countless young athletes who train hard, compete with hope, and look up to sports as a way to build a better future. They believe his story reflects values often connected with MILO — perseverance, discipline, courage, and the spirit of youth sports.

Still, the movement continues to gain sympathy online. To supporters, the message is simple: Rene’s story deserves to be remembered, and honoring him could inspire many young Filipino athletes to keep chasing their dreams.