SEN ROBIN PADILLA PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATE ATENEO PLAYER RENE CLERT BATERBONIA

Senator Robin Padilla visited the family of late Ateneo basketball player Rene Clert Baterbonia to personally offer his condolences following the young athlete’s passing.

A photo shared online showed Padilla with Baterbonia’s loved ones while wearing the player’s basketball jersey, a gesture many saw as a sign of respect and sympathy. The senator also shared a brief tribute, writing that Rene was “gone too soon.”

The visit drew emotional reactions from netizens, with many sending prayers and messages of support to the grieving family. Others remembered Rene for his talent, dedication, and the bright future he had ahead of him.

Baterbonia’s passing has deeply saddened the basketball community, especially those who followed his journey as a promising Ateneo athlete.