June Mar Fajardo wins 8th PBA MVP award
August 18, 2024
June Mar Fajardo further etched his legacy in Philippine basketball history, capturing another Most Valuable Player award for Season 48 during the PBA Leo Awards.
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Bianca Bustamante seen as ‘important figure’ in rise of Filipina racers
August 18, 2024
Bianca Bustamante, 19, shows Filipina racing drivers can excel in the sport as she competes in the F1 Academy
Vets Jack Animam, Afril Bernardino banner Gilas Pilipinas Women in FIBA World Cup pre-qualifiers
August 18, 2024
A mix of veterans and young guns will banner the Gilas Pilipinas Women squad when it competes at the 2026 FIBA World Cup Pre-Qualifying Tournament in Kigali, Rwanda from August 19 to 25.
Carlos Alcaraz apologizes for racket smash at Cincinnati
August 18, 2024
Carlos Alcaraz on Saturday apologized for the more unfortunate part of his rough day last Friday.
EJ Obiena, Mondo Duplantis, other Olympians set to compete in Swiss meet
August 18, 2024
Filipino Olympian and pole vaulter EJ Obiena is set to meet again with other Olympians such as Mondo Duplantis in the Lausanne leg of the Diamond League on Wednesday.
Representing PH does not end in Olympics for hurdlers Tolentino and Hoffman, swimmer Sanchez
August 18, 2024
For hurdlers John Cabang Tolentino and Lauren Hoffman and swimmer Kayla Sanchez, representing the Philippines does not end in the Olympics.
Hergie Bacyadan to focus on other sports also with future of Olympic boxing uncertain
August 18, 2024
With the future of boxing in the Olympics uncertain, Hergie Bacyadan said she will turn her focus on other sports which she is also practicing.
Cool Smashers mount comeback for the ages vs Flying Titans, reach quarters
August 18, 2024
Creamline showcased its resilience and championship pedigree, overcoming a daunting nine-point deficit in the third set to secure a dramatic 25-16, 25-19, 31-29 victory over Choco Mucho late Saturday night in Pasay City. The thrilling match, played bef...
Indonesia back on track, double-blow for Alas as Bagunas suffers injury
August 18, 2024
INDONESIA notched the much-needed bounce-back win as Alas Pilipinas suffered a double blow Saturday in the 2024 Southeast Asian Men’s V.League. Fahri Septian Putrama delivered the big hits to power Indonesia to a 23-25, 25-19, 25-11, 25-21 victory at t...
PVL: Chery Tiggo sweeps ZUS Coffee to punch QF ticket; Creamline, Petro Gazz boost playoff hopes
August 17, 2024
Chery Tiggo became the latest team to advance to the quarterfinals after breezing past ZUS Coffee, 25-18, 25-18, 25-19, in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference on Saturday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Alas Pilipinas Men lose steam vs. Indonesia, keep fingers crossed on Bryan Bagunas injury
August 17, 2024
Alas Pilipinas Men could not sustain their hot start, dropping a four-set clash to powerhouse Indonesia, 25-23, 19-25, 11-25, 21-25, in Leg 1 of the 2024 SEA V.League on Saturday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
Bacyadan tries to return to vovinam, kickboxing but keeps sight for another Olympic stint
August 17, 2024
By MARK REY MONTEJO After a heartbreaking quick exit in the 2024 Paris Olympics, boxer Hergie Bacyadan will try to explore, and hopefully figure things out, in the next few months as she competes in other sports. In the heroes’ welcome party for Team P...
Matsuyama, McCarthy tied for lead in opening PGA Tour playoff event
August 17, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Hideki Matsuyama and Denny McCarthy combined to make nearly 300 feet of putts Friday, Aug. 16, so it was no surprise to see them sharing the lead going into the steamy weekend of the FedEx St. Jude Champ...
Pao Javillonar decides to play final year with Letran despite being drafted in the PBA
August 17, 2024
Pao Javillonar will run it back with the Knights.
Debuting Aurora turns light on in sweep of Blacklist; Smart Omega spoils TNC
August 17, 2024
Aurora Gaming made sure to announce its arrival in style, dismantling Blacklist International with a 2-0 sweep to open its campaign in the MPL Philippines Season 14.
From City of Lights to City of Angels: See you in LA28
August 12, 2024
France bid a reluctant farewell on Monday to an “enchanted” fortnight of Olympic sport as athletes headed home from Paris praising a dazzling edition of the Games that has breathed new life into the biggest show on earth. Hollywood star Tom Cruise deli...
DLSU to face Ateneo in UAAP Valorant opener
August 12, 2024
The rivalry between De La Salle University and Ateneo de Manila University will once again ignite as the two powerhouses open their UAAP Esports VALORANT tournament campaigns against each other today (Tuesday) at Hyundai Hall in Areté, Ateneo de Manila...
Dumalaog leads as local talents dominate JPGT Pueblo opener
August 12, 2024
CAGAYAN DE ORO—Eliana Dumalaog found her rhythm late, shooting an 81 with a birdie on the final hole at the front nine, edging out Rafella Batican and Isabella Espina in the ICTSI Junior PGT Mindanao Series 4 opener here yesterday (Monday). Despite a c...
Italian men’s coach debuts for Alas Pilipinas in SEA V. League
August 12, 2024
ITALIAN Angiolino Frigoni will be debuting as Alas Pilipinas men’s head coach in the first leg of SEA V. League slated for August 16 to 18 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Alas Pilipinas will be meeting Vietnam first on Friday opener at 6 pm after the game...
Top teams face off in high-stakes showdowns in PVL Reinforced tilt
August 12, 2024
Three teams riding the momentum of commanding victories are set to continue their pursuit of quarterfinal berths in the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference. But while PLDT gears up to face the winless yet unpredictable ZUS Coffee, Chery Tig...
World Boxing to announce major increase in membership after Paris in its bid to save Olympic boxing
August 12, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS PARIS (AP) — The nascent governing body fighting to keep boxing in the Olympics is about to get a major membership boost. World Boxing expects to expand its membership base to 50 national federations or more in the weeks afte...
La Salle dominates Korea U to rule WUBS
August 12, 2024
De La Salle University delivered a scintillating performance in its last broadcasted game before its title retention quest in the UAAP. The Green Archers routed two-time defending Korean University League champion Korea University, 101-86, to claim the 2024 World University Basketball Series title on Monday evening at Yoyogi National Stadium Second Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. […]
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NU computer engineering soph steps up as Bulldogs’ captain in historic UAAP Valorant
August 12, 2024
By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen In a twist of fate, Julian Andrei Villanueva finds himself thrust into an unexpected role at a historic moment for National University. As the Valorant team captain of the Bulldogs, Villanueva is not just preparing for the inaugural UAAP Esports Tournament; he is leading the school into uncharted territory. This groundbreaking […]
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USA Gymnastics says video proves Chiles should keep bronze
August 12, 2024
American gymnast Jordan Chiles is set to lose her floor exercise bronze from the Paris Olympics after the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled in favor of an appeal by Romania's Ana Barbosu
NU Lady Bulldogs to represent PH in VTV Cup
August 12, 2024
National University will represent the Philippines in the 2024 VTV International Women’s Volleyball Cup. The organizers announced on Monday that the Lady Bulldogs have replaced the University of Indonesia in the annual tournament organized by the Volleyball Federation of Vietnam and sponsored by Vietnam Television. Last Saturday, NU withdrew from the 2024 V-League Women’s Collegiate […]
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Carlos Yulo, Team Philippines come home to heroes’ welcome led by Bongbong Marcos
August 12, 2024
Olympic medalists Carlos Yulo, Nesthy Petecio, and Aira Villegas will be welcomed by no less than President Bongbong Marcos and feted with a heroes' welcome
Odjie Mamon sees vast potential in JJ Macam, UST rookies amid V-League battles
August 12, 2024
By: Ernest Tuazon While University of Santo Tomas got off to a slow start in the 2024 V-League Men’s Collegiate Challenge by dropping its first two games, the España-based squad found a positive note in the strong performance of rookie JJ Macam. Macam scored 31 points in his first two games of the pre-season tilt, […]
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Saad Macapa-ar, UE eager to get back at UST come UAAP Valorant
August 12, 2024
By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen For many students, representing their university in any competition is a source of immense pride, as they carry their school’s name and honor into every tournament they participate in. Saad Macapa-ar, a member of the UE Zenith Esports’ Valorant Team, embodies this pride as he prepares to represent his university in […]
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Chua runner-up in Euro billiard joust
August 12, 2024
By MARK REY MONTEJO Filipino pool ace Johann Chua failed to ride the momentum from his previous matches as he stumbled against Denmark’s Mickey Krause, 13-8, in the final round of the European Open 9-Ball Championship at the Hotel Esperanto in F...
Roger Gorayeb’s bold move to take Marina Tushova reaps rewards for Capital1
August 12, 2024
By: Ernest Tuazon After a dismal 1-10 record in their maiden conference, coach Roger Gorayeb has become the focal point for leading Capital1 to a much-improved season in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference. The head coach had to make crucial decisions in hopes of seeing the Solar Spikers rise from their poor start in the […]
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Success is sustainable, expanding – Bachmann
August 12, 2024
By MARK REY MONTEJO With two medals from gymnast Carlos Yulo and one bronze each from boxers Nesthy Petecio and Aira Villegas, the Philippines marked its most fruitful campaign in Olympic history since joining the meet a century ago in the lovel...
Lydia Ko finally gets Olympic gold
August 12, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS SAINT-QUENTIN-EN-YVELINES, France (AP) — One gold short of the Olympic medal collection, one win away from the LPGA Hall of Fame, Lydia Ko pondered what it would be like to knock out both at the same time and said when she ar...
Zamboanga reigns supreme, overpowers Macau to win TAT title
August 12, 2024
Zamboanga completed its sweep of The Asian Tournament Grand Finals, overpowering Macau in the championship match, 81-65, in a packed Zamboanga Coliseum last Saturday night. The Valientes used a huge 25-15 fourth-quarter run to finally put away the gutsy Black Bears. They led by as much as 20 points, 81-61, after a DeMarcus Cousins slam […]
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Olympian Catantan graduates from Penn State
August 12, 2024
By MARK REY MONTEJO Samantha Catantan is one happy and proud athlete today: after a memorable debut in the Paris Olympics, she returned to the US and earned her diploma in accountancy at the Pennsylvania State University. “Olympian [to] Accounta...
Tom Cruise leaps into action as Los Angeles takes on Olympic mission
August 12, 2024
Movie star Tom Cruise brings a heavy dose of Hollywood to the Paris Games closing ceremony as the French capital turns over the Olympic hosting to Los Angeles
Carlos Yulo, Aira Villegas lead PH to Olympic finish line as Paris Games end
August 12, 2024
Carlos Yulo and Aira Villegas share flag-bearing duties for the Paris Games closing ceremony after paving the way for Team Philippines' all-time best Olympic campaign
Italy crushes US to bag Olympic women’s volleyball gold
August 12, 2024
The feisty Italians triumph in straight sets over the Americans, who had won a women’s volleyball medal in the last five Olympics
US survives French fright to win gold in Olympic women’s hoops thriller
August 12, 2024
The American women extend their Olympic basketball winning streak to complete a US golden hoops double, but not after surviving a drama-filled endgame against France