From College Sweethearts To Ugly Allegations: A Timeline Of Paul Desiderio And Agatha Uvero's Relationship

On July 13, former University of the Philippines courtside reporter Agatha Uvero accused ex-husband Paul Desiderio of physical and mental abuse via a series of tweets.

Today, July 14, the 25-year-old Blackwater guard, who is currently recovering from an ACL injury, said that he 'vehemently denies' Agatha's accusations.

"I have never hurt a woman, especially not the mother of my child. 

I will fully cooperate with the PBA in the conduct of its investigation and I am confident that I will be absolved of the accusations hurled against me," he said.

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September 2017: Agatha Uvero becomes the official CSR of UP

Agatha Uvero is selected as the Fighting Maroons' courtside reporter, working closely with university's athletes, especially on basketball and volleyball game days, as they report from the sidelines and joining team huddles, timeouts, and pep talks.

Mid-2018: Uvero ends CSR stint, Desiderio claims captainship of UPMBT

Uvero caps off her stint as the UAAP Season 80 Courtside Reporter for UP. That same year, Desiderio is hailed as captain of the basketball team.

While no announcement is made, the two first began to be openly spotted together on October.

October 2018: Uvero shows all-out support for Paul

The Fighting Maroons achieves to its winningest season in decades, and Agatha fully supports the team, tweeting exclusive updates on Desiderio's journey.

December 2018: Uvero uploads viral photos

As UP continues run in the Final Four, Desiderio becomes a Fighting Maroons icon as a clutch player and 'Mr. Atin 'To'.

Uvero, for her part, continues to tweet out her sweet support for Paul.

February 2019: First Valentine's Day together

The Cebuano guard prepares a surprise for Uvero, setting up a table of wine and flowers. The former CSR shares the moment on social media.

November 2019: Couple gets engaged

Desiderio decides to take their love to the next level as he goes down on one knee to receive a sweet 'yes' from Uvero.

June 2020: Agatha, Paul open a business together

Preparing for life after basketball, Desiderio and Uvero become business partners, opening a branch of Kurimi Milk Tea Bar in Katipunan.

April 2021: Uvero gives birth to their son, Juan Andres U. Desiderio

Uvero and Desiderio reveal the happy news that they have a healthy baby boy, posting the announcement with the hashtag #Atin2.

May 2022: Uvero files police blotter on Desiderio

An article published by Rappler on July 13, 2022 revealed Uvero filed a police blotter against Desiderio two months before she made her allegations public.

June 2022: Uvero announces breakup with Desiderio

In a deleted tweet, Agatha reveals that they have decided to part ways for good.

July 2022: Uvero goes public to reveal alleged abuse she experienced from her ex-husband

At 1:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 13, Agatha Uvero wrote a series of tweets as well as a lengthy statement tackling the physical and emotional abuse allegedly done by Desiderio.

"We won't let them be the victors while we hide as silent victims. Please ladies, we can't allow this to keep happening. Men should be accountable for their actions," she said.

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Today, July 14, at 4:37 p.m., Desiderio posted his statement on his Facebook page, saying there is no truth about any of her ex-wife's allegations.

What to do if abuse happens in your home

If ever you find yourself trapped in an abusive relationship, you can file a protection order if you are still undecided to file a VAWC (Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004) charge against the perpetrator. There are three types:

1. Barangay Protection Order

What it does: It prohibits the abuser from physically harming, communicating, or lurking around the vicinity of the victim and her child/ren.

Validity: The Barangay Protection Order or BPO is valid for fifteen (15) days. 

Where to file it: Barangay hall

2. Temporary Protection Order

What it does: It is a pre-requisite to the permanent protection order.

Validity: 30 days 

Where to file it: Prosecutor or private lawyer

3. Permanent Protection Order

What it does: It is issued when the TPO is violated, or when there is a threat of imminent danger

Where to file it: Requested by the prosecutor or lawyer from the judge

Outside Paul and Agatha's relationship, the least we can do is to hope that this doesn't happen to anyone and that by sharing stories like this, we can raise awareness that domestic violence indeed happens, and that there is a way out.

If you need someone to talk to or just want to get something off your chest, you can post anonymously at the Smart Parenting Village, our safe space for parents. You are not alone.

This story originally appeared on Spin.ph.

*Minor edits have been made by the SmartParenting.com.ph editors.