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Japan outlasts Serbia in five-set thriller to stay unbeaten in VNL

June 17, 2026

Aeron Paul Valderrama

Japan pulled off the biggest upset of the day, fending off Serbia’s bid to pull off a shock win, 20–25, 26–24, 18–25, 32–30, 15–7, to stay perfect and close the opening day of Week 2 in the 2026 FIVB Women’s Volleyball Nations League, presented by the Philippine Sports Commission, on Wednesday at the Philsports Arena […]
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Scottie Thompson battles through pain, captures third PBA Finals MVP

June 17, 2026

Figuring in a grueling conference, Scottie Thompson rose above adversity to power Barangay Ginebra to the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup championship. The 6-foot-1 all-around guard was named Finals MVP after leading the Kings through a hard-fought seven-game series against TNT. Thompson averaged 10.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.3 steals in the series. […]
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Ginebra finally topples TNT, captures PBA Commissioner’s Cup crown

June 17, 2026

Ginebra finally tore the script apart this time and wrote itself as the victors over TNT after taking the 88-76 decision in Game 7 of the Finals to capture the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup crown, Wednesday night. No longer wanting to become a mere footnote after losing in their last three championship bouts versus […]
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Kate Antropova thrives amid Italy’s adjustments

June 17, 2026

Justin Valencia

Coming off a tough five-set loss to Brazil that snapped its unbeaten run in Week 1, Italy wasted no time getting back on track. The world’s top-ranked team opened the Pasig City leg of the 2026 FIVB Women’s Volleyball Nations League presented by the Philippine Sports Commission with a commanding straight-set victory over Czechia, 25-18, […]
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Paul Zamar enters free agency after Blackwater opts not to renew contract

June 17, 2026

Paul Zamar is left searching for a new team as he was no longer renewed by Blackwater despite a good showing in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup. The veteran floor general has now become a free agent, as he was one of two players recently let go by the team, fueling speculations that the […]
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Plumb sizzles with 64 to grab one-shot lead in ADT Open

June 17, 2026

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**LUISITA** — A handful of home bets put themselves right in the thick of contention at the $100,000 BingoPlus Philippine ADT Open on Wednesday, as the talented field effectively tamed the age-old Luisita layout with a torrid opening day of scoring that saw an Englishman seize a one-shot lead after firing a bogey-free eight-under-par 64. […]
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Batangas–New Zealand overwhelms Pasig-Queenpin, closes in on WMPBL semis

June 17, 2026

Justin Valencia

Batangas–New Zealand Bluefire vented its ire on Pasig Queenpin, 80-52, to move a win away from an outright semifinals berth in the 2026 Women’s Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League on Wednesday at Hoops Haven in Pasay City. The Valkyries raced to an 18-1 start behind Snow Peñaranda, Khate Castillo, and Afril Bernardino, and never looked back […]
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Magnolia banks on KJ Buffen’s all-around game after strong IBL stint

June 17, 2026

Magnolia has tapped the services of American forward KJ Buffen to serve as its import for the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup that commences July 10. Head coach LA Tenorio confirmed the signing on Wednesday, shortly after his new signing was measured — and made the under 6-foot-6 height limit for imports in the season-ending […]
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Alex Eala stuns Donna Vekic in Berlin opening round

June 17, 2026

Ariel Ian Clarito

Alex Eala stopped Donna Vekic’s five-match winning streak on grass, methodically breaking down the Croatian en route to a 7–5, 6–4 triumph in the opening round of the WTA 500 Berlin Tennis Open on Wednesday. Eala had already beaten Vekic twice in January, first at the WTA 250 ASB Classic in New Zealand and then […]
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WMPBL: Tantoy Ferrer flirts with triple-double as QC-10ACT dominates Caloocan, boosts twice-to-beat bid

June 17, 2026

Justin Valencia

RK Hoops-Quezon City 10ACT clobbered skidding Caloocan behind an all-around outing from Tantoy Ferrer, 86–66, to strengthen its bid for a twice-to-beat quarterfinal bonus in the 2026 Women’s Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League on Wednesday at Hoops Haven in Pasay. Ferrer barely missed a triple-double, finishing with a well-rounded line of 24 points, 15 rebounds, and […]
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‘SEAsters’ Eala, Tjen break through to first WTA 500 doubles semis in Abu Dhabi

February 6, 2026

Ariel Ian Clarito

Alex Eala and Janice Tjen reached a career milestone together, advancing to the doubles semifinals of a WTA 500 event for the first time. The Southeast Asian duo were in full control as they cruised to a 6-3, 6-3 victory over second seeds Zhang Shuai of China and Cristina Bucsa of Spain in the doubles […]
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Healthy again, Jema Galanza stays optimistic after Creamline’s opening loss

February 5, 2026

Jema Galanza was thrilled to finally be back on the court after missing the previous conference due to a major foot injury, but the returning Cool Smashers star couldn’t hide her disappointment as Creamline came up short against PLDT. “Siguro, may excitement na may kaba. Nakakapanibago na ngayon lang ulit nakabalik. Nakakalungkot lang na kinulang,” […]
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Alex Eala outmatched by world No. 11 Alexandrova, bows out of Abu Dhabi

February 5, 2026

Ariel Ian Clarito

There would be no comeback this time for Alex Eala, as she was overpowered in straight sets by second seed Ekaterina Alexandrova of Russia, 6-3, 6-2, on Thursday in the quarterfinals of the WTA Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open in the United Arab Emirates. Less than 24 hours after her marathon three-set triumph over Aliaksandra Sasnovich […]
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Savi Davison stays cool amid roaring Creamline fans

February 5, 2026

PLDT’s tendency to get carried away in key stretches has long been a challenge—a flaw head coach Rald Ricafort has consistently highlighted in past conferences. Aware of this, Savannah Davison focused on patience and composure, especially with a tough matchup against fan-favorite and perennial powerhouse Creamline looming. The Cool Smashers’ passionate supporters can easily rattle […]
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Sarut Vongchaisit takes early lead at Philippine Golf Championship

February 5, 2026

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Sarut Vongchaisit of Thailand stormed to the top of the leaderboard with a four-under par 68 in a thrilling opening round of the Philippine Golf Championship, presented by the Philippine Sports Commission, on Thursday at the East Course of Wack Wack Golf and Country Club in Mandaluyong City. Battling gusty winds and a challenging layout, […]
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Savi Davison leads PLDT past Creamline in statement sweep to open PVL AFC run

February 5, 2026

Savannah Davison powered PLDT to a statement victory over traditional powerhouse Creamline, leading the High Speed Hitters to a straight-set, 25-22, 25-17, 25-23 win to open their 2026 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference campaign Thursday at the Filoil Centre. Davison set the tone early, delivering 13 crucial points in the first set to give her […]
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Tucker Molina skips Mapua, signs with Abra Solid North

February 5, 2026

Tucker Molina will no longer suit up for Mapua University. The 6-foot-6 Filipino-American guard has decided to turn professional, signing a two-year deal with Abra Solid North for the 2026 MPBL season. Familya Washington director Erik Quintana confirmed the development to Tiebreaker Times. Molina spent his first three collegiate years at NAIA school Arizona Christian. […]
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Cignal’s chemistry shines despite minimal offseason changes

February 5, 2026

With improved communication and cohesion, Cignal is off to a strong start in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference. The Super Spikers, who made only one offseason move while retaining their core, are now reaping the rewards of continuity. And their chemistry and familiarity is showing in their early success in the all-local tournament. […]
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Cignal overpowers Choco Mucho to stay perfect in PVL All-Filipino

February 5, 2026

Cignal regrouped after a split start and overpowered Choco Mucho in four sets, 25-20, 16-25, 25-19, 25-18, to notch back-to-back wins in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at the Filoil Centre. Coming off a sweep of Galeries Tower on opening day, the Super Spikers kept their foot on the gas, sustaining […]
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Philippine International School-Qatar soars to Mini World Cup semis

February 5, 2026

Philippine International School-Qatar continued to wave the country’s flag high and proud after barging into Mini World Cup inaugurals’ semifinals. The Phoenix advanced to the final four of the meet that serves as a school-level simulation of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 in Qatar following an 80-66 victory over Alandalus Private School at the […]
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Tatjana Maria survives tough opener as upsets rock Philippine Women’s Open

January 28, 2026

Ariel Ian Clarito

Despite a nearly four-hour rain delay, there was still plenty of action on Day Two of the Philippine Women’s Open, highlighted by a pair of shockers as the tournament’s big guns finally took the court on Tuesday at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila. Top seed and world no. 42 Tatjana Maria of Germany […]
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Alex Eala eyes redemption as Sakatsume looms in Philippine Women’s Open showdown

January 27, 2026

Ariel Ian Clarito

When Alex Eala steps onto the center court of the Felicisimo Ampon Tennis Center on Wednesday for what will once again be the featured match of the day, she will be playing for more than just a spot in the next round. The second-seeded Eala faces Japan’s Himeno Sakatsume, the third-highest ranked Japanese player in […]
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Myla Pablo excited to guide Nxled’s young guns

January 27, 2026

Myla Pablo is eager to combine her championship experience with a young, energetic core as the Chameleons prepare for the 2026 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference. Pablo, along with the core of the Petro Gazz team that won two championships last year, recently signed with Nxled following the Angels’ decision to take a leave of […]
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MJ Phillips embraces underdog role as Nxled eyes turnaround

January 27, 2026

MJ Phillips is embracing a new challenge with Nxled, aiming to help lift the Chameleons from a winless campaign and into contention in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference. Phillips, along with a core of the Petro Gazz side that captured both the All-Filipino and Reinforced Conference crowns last season, is expected to help […]
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Home, at Last: Alex Eala’s relishes pro debut before her own

January 27, 2026

Aeron Paul Valderrama

On a Monday evening that felt more like a celebration than a tournament opener, Alex Eala finally stepped onto a professional tennis court at home—not as a promising junior, not as a visiting prodigy, but as a full-fledged professional carrying the hopes of a nation. For Eala, the moment was deeply personal. “I think it […]
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Alex Eala cruises past Charaeva in Philippine Women’s Open debut

January 26, 2026

Aeron Paul Valderrama

Alex Eala made a memorable debut in her first-ever hometown match as a pro, cruising to a 6-1, 6-2 victory over Alina Charaeva in the Round of 32 of the 2026 Philippine Women’s Open on Monday at the Felicisimo Ampon Tennis Center in the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila. In front of a sellout crowd, […]
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Local bets Madis, Abarquez fall short in Philippine Women’s Open opener

January 26, 2026

Ariel Ian Clarito

The Philippine Women’s Open was conceived to put the Philippines on the tennis map while giving local players the chance to test themselves against top-level competition. Monday’s matches at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center revealed both the promise and the challenges of women’s tennis in the country, as Filipino bets were shown the exit early […]
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As Miekho Natinga shatters record, Jeff Napa beams as history stays at NU

January 26, 2026

For nearly four decades, the unparalleled feat stood untouched. Ten three-pointers in a single UAAP basketball game—a mark first set by University of the East legend and three-time champion Allan Caidic—was long considered rare air. National University head coach Jeff Napa tied the record in Season 65 (August 22, 2002), while Alvin Pasaol and Terrence […]
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Kaye Emana relishes chance to compete on WTA stage ahead of UAAP title defense

January 26, 2026

Aeron Paul Valderrama

The Philippine Women’s Open — the first-ever WTA-level tournament held in the country — offered more than just a chance for Filipinos to witness world-class tennis. More importantly, it gave local athletes an opportunity to experience top-level competition firsthand. This was exactly what UAAP Season 87 co-MVP Kaye Emana experienced when she competed in the […]
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Donna Vekic hopes Philippine Women’s Open spurs tennis growth

January 26, 2026

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Riding the wave of Alex Eala’s rising fame, Croatian star Donna Vekic is betting that the inaugural Philippine Women’s Open can help grow tennis in the country—and inspire the next generation of players to follow in the footsteps of the homegrown sensation. “It is amazing to ride on the wave of Alex’s impact and what […]
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CJ Perez refocuses after clash with Leo Austria

January 26, 2026

Leo Austria and CJ Perez did not allow their misunderstanding to get in the way of helping San Miguel chalk up another victory against TNT to regain the upper hand in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Finals on Sunday night. Both chose to let bygones be bygones after the Beermen head coach disclosed that […]
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Fans’ heckling, not Jolas, sparked Chris Ross’ on-court reaction

January 26, 2026

Chris Ross and Jojo Lastimosa were quick to patch things up after being at the center of a heated spat during San Miguel’s eventual victory over TNT to take Game 3 of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Finals Sunday night. The Beermen floor general said that the Tropang 5G team manager had already said […]
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CJ Perez’s clutch barrage powers San Miguel past TNT to take PBA Finals lead

January 25, 2026

CJ Perez landed the painful haymakers in the clutch to save San Miguel past TNT, 95-89, and take the 2-1 in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup best-of-7 Finals before a solid crowd at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay, Sunday night. The former Finals MVP finished with 20 points, 17 of which […]
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Aurora Gaming PH claims M7 crown with 4–0 finals domination

January 25, 2026

For a long time, they were tagged as chokers. Now, they can finally call themselves world champions. Aurora Gaming PH completed its date with destiny, capturing the M7 World Championship title after a dominant 4–0 sweep of Indonesia’s Alter Ego in the grand finals on Sunday at the MPL Arena XO Hall in Jakarta, Indonesia. […]
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Shan Lorque’s stoppage-time strike vs UST lifts UP to UAAP Men’s Football top seed

January 25, 2026

Lorenzo del Carmen

Shan Lorque capitalized with aplomb in stoppage time to propel the University of the Philippines to the top seed in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Football Final Four, following a 2-1 victory over the University of Santo Tomas on Sunday at the UP Diliman Football Stadium. The Masbate National Comprehensive High School product delivered […]
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Midlife Halftime: Tatjana Maria, Donna Vekic headline foreign field at Philippine Women’s Open

January 25, 2026

Ariel Ian Clarito

Alex Eala, 18-year-old SEA Games women’s doubles bronze medalist Tennielle Madis, and UAAP standouts Kaye Emana of UST and Elizabeth Abarquez of NU will defend the home front against an impressive field of international players when the main draw of the inaugural Philippine Open officially begins on Monday at the outdoor hard courts of the […]
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FEU shuts out Ateneo, closes in on UAAP Men’s Football twice-to-beat edge

January 25, 2026

Lorenzo del Carmen

Far Eastern University moved within striking distance of the coveted twice-to-beat advantage in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Football Tournament, shutting out Ateneo de Manila University 2–0 on Sunday at the UP Diliman Football Stadium. Now with 23 points, FEU has solidified its hold on second place. The defending champion is well ahead of […]
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DLSZ rolls past Ateneo, claims solo third in UAAP Girls Basketball

January 25, 2026

De La Salle Zobel reasserted its dominance over rival Ateneo de Manila University, 101-21, closing the first round of the UAAP Season 88 Girls’ Basketball Tournament on a high note Sunday afternoon at the Blue Eagle Gym in Quezon City. Eager to bounce back from a two-game skid against University of Santo Tomas and National […]
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