Teenager Gukesh Dommaraju of India became the youngest chess world champion by beating defending champion Ding Liren of China on Thursday in a dramatic turn of events in the last game of a 14-game match in Singapore.

NorthPort spoiled the debut of top pick Justine Baltazar as it defeated Converge, 108-101, in the PBA Commissioner's Cup on Thursday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.

The Philippines settled for a draw, 1-1, against Myanmar to open its campaign in the 2024 ASEAN Championship on Thursday at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila.

John Medina went ballistic in the second half, but his torrid offense was not enough to salvage Gilas Pilipinas Boys in their 75-58 loss to New Zealand in the 2024 FIBA U18 Asia Cup.

It's a double celebration for Bernadeth Pons as she copped the coveted Most Valuable Player (MVP) plum after leading Creamline to the title in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference.

Zavier Lucero starred as Magnolia defeated his former team NorthPort, 105-94, in the PBA Governors' Cup on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Multi-titled Creamline gave Akari its first and only loss in the conference, all the way to reigning supreme in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference.

Last season was a rollercoaster ride for the Muralla crew and come NCAA Season 100, the rejigged Knights, who once ruled the men's basketball tourney for three consecutive seasons, would like to get back on top. 

The Meralco Bolts overcame the Converge FiberXers, 116-88, for its third straight win in the PBA Governors' Cup on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Cignal crawled back from five points down in the pivotal fourth set to complete a 20-25, 25-19, 25-18, 25-23 victory over PLDT and clinch the bronze medal in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference. 

The Philippines' Blu Girls salvaged a fifth place finish in the WBSC U-18 Women"s Softball World Cup Group C after blanking Ireland, 4-0, to close out its campaign on late Monday in Dallas, USA. 

Ateneo de Manila University head coach Tab Baldwin described as 'speculation' the talk about him being in contention to become head coach of the New Zealand men's basketball team.

The Akari Chargers on Wednesday said they were "saddened" by the threats directed to their players and coaches, but "will not be intimidated," especially as the team competes in the finals of the PVL Reinforced Conference on Wednesday night.

The University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) announced on Wednesday its revised rule on eligibility of transferring student-athletes from one member school to another.

The crown was almost within Lyceum of the Philippines University's reach in NCAA Season 99 when the Pirates booked a twice-to-beat berth in the semifinals opposite San Beda University.

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is set to impose changes in eligibility rules, particularly on an athlete's maximum age to play in the league.

Gilas Pilipinas Boys kept it close the whole game but could not close it out against lower-ranked Jordan, absorbing a 62-56 loss in the  2024 FIBA U18 Asia Cup on early Wednesday in Amman, Jordan.

Filipino Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo received not just one, but two houses and lots from the Philippine Olympic Committee, as the latter delivered on its promise for Olympic gold medalists.

Highly-touted young guard Jonathan Manalili won't be around when Colegio de San Juan de Letran kicks off its redemption bid in the NCAA Season 100 that starts this Saturday.

Ernie Gawilan proved why he's one of Asia's best para swimmers after impressing in the heats round of men's 400m freestyle S7 at the 2024 Paris Paralympics on Monday at the Paris La Defense Arena.

Gilas Pilipinas Boys will compete in the 2024 FIBA U18 Asia Cup with a depleted roster after rising star Andy Gemao was ruled out for the tournament due to an injury.

The PVL has decided to postpone the Reinforced Conference finals match between Creamline and Akari originally scheduled today, September 2, due to the Tropical Storm Enteng.

The PLDT High Speed Hitters said the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) "junked" its protest on the crucial non-call of the league's referee during the semifinals match against the Akari Chargers on Saturday.

The Meralco Bolts survived a late rally from the NorthPort Batang Pier, 109-99, on Sunday for their third win in the PBA Governors' Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.

Jerrick Ahanmisi clicked from beyond the two arcs, steering Magnolia to a morale-boosting 124-103 victory over Terrafirma as they got back on track in the PBA Season 49 Governors' Cup on Sunday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. 

Luckily for EAC head coach Jerson Cabiltes, he has the necessary pieces to solve the Generals' long-standing puzzle. 

It's going to be a youth movement for University of Perpetual Help System DALTA when the Altas unfurl a new campaign in NCAA Season 100.

A 'better' Allen Liwag is making his return to the NCAA.

The  PVL cleared the air on the crucial non-call during the fifth set of the knockout semifinals match between PLDT and Akari on Saturday night, which eventually saw the Chargers cruising to the finals for the first time ever. 

Jannik Sinner reached the fourth round of the US Open, avoiding the fate as his main rivals, while fellow top seed Iga Swiatek gained momentum in her bid for a sixth Grand Slam title after a pep talk from Serena Williams on Saturday.

Serena Williams set Flushing Meadows abuzz on Saturday as the 23-time major winner appeared at the US Open - as a fan - for the first time since stepping away from tennis two years ago.

Creamline displayed endgame composure to overcome Cignal, 20-25, 26-28, 25-18, 27-25, 15-13, and seal its spot in the championship round against Akari in the PVL Reinforced Conference.

NLEX was unable to finish the job in regulation, but did it in extra period with a 112-108 overtime victory over San Miguel to regain its winning ways in the PBA Season 49 Governors' Cup.

Swedish football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, who became the first foreigner to lead the England national team, died on Monday at the age of 76.

Kyle Kuzma's recent arrival in the Philippines may be his first time visiting the country, but the NBA star said he has always known about it from a few people in his circle.

Japan and Iran emerged as the top nations in the recently-concluded  22nd Asian Cadet, Juniors, and Under-21 Karate Championships last weekend at the PhilSports Arena.

The prizes and awards given to Filipino athlete and two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo --  including gifts and donations from private entities -- are exempt from income tax, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) clarified Monday.

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. on Monday honored Filipino athletes who are joining the 2024 Paris Paralympics.