PBA: Barangay Ginebra outlasts TNT, captures Commissioner’s Cup crown
June 17, 2026
Barangay Ginebra defeated TNT, 88-76, in Game 7 of the PBA Commissioner"s Cup Finals on Wednesday at the Mall of Asia Arena to capture the championship.
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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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Divine Adili’s friends remember humble big man
June 17, 2026
He may have stood tall on the basketball court, but Divine Adili always kept his feet on the ground, according to friends who remembered the late player.
Kate Antropova thrives amid Italy’s adjustments
June 17, 2026
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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TIMELINE: The day Divine Adili and Rene Baterbonia died
June 17, 2026
Ateneo players recall how a trip that was supposed to strengthen the Blue Eagles' bond turned very tragic
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
**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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Divine Adili’s public wake at Arlington to conclude tonight, says Ateneo
June 17, 2026
The Ateneo de Manila University said Wednesday will be the final night of the public wake for Chukwuemeka Divine Adili at the Arlington Memorial Chapel in Quezon City.
Batangas–New Zealand overwhelms Pasig-Queenpin, closes in on WMPBL semis
June 17, 2026
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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CIDG says Rene Baterbonia, Divine Adili deaths ‘not an accident’
June 17, 2026
The CIDG counters the Aurora police's initial claims that the two Ateneo players' deaths were a 'natural accident'
Alex Eala stuns Donna Vekic in Berlin opening round
June 17, 2026
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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Alex Eala reasserts mastery over Donna Vekic to kick off Berlin Tennis Open campaign
June 17, 2026
Alex Eala remained a thorn in Donna Vekic"s side, claiming a 7-5, 6-4 win in the Round of 32 of the WTA 500 Berlin Tennis Open on Wednesday in Germany.
WMPBL: Tantoy Ferrer flirts with triple-double as QC-10ACT dominates Caloocan, boosts twice-to-beat bid
June 17, 2026
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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World no. 1 Italy vents ire on Czechia to regain winning ways in VNL
June 17, 2026
Reigning VNL, Olympic, and World champion Italy returned to its winning form by frustrating Czechia, 25-18, 25-21, 25-22, as the Women's Volleyball Nations League (VNL) makes a Manila comeback on Wednesday at the PhilSports Arena.
[DECODED] In Ateneo drowning incident, Duterte camp reinforces Luzon-Mindanao divide
June 17, 2026
Ateneo’s lack of transparency after the deaths of its players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili becomes fodder for Duterte supporters and their Luzon versus Mindanao messaging
2026 FIFA World Cup: Updates and Results (June 17, 2026)
June 17, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup opened last week, with the tournament being held across three countries: the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
LIVE UPDATES: Alex Eala vs Donna Vekic at the Berlin Tennis Open Round of 32
June 17, 2026
Alexandra "Alex" Eala will face Donna Vekic at the Berlin Tennis Open Round of 32.
Kieffer Alas on backlash vs Ateneo players after Baterbonia-Adili drowning tragedy: ‘It’s like going through two deaths’
June 17, 2026
Ateneo de Manila University players Kieffer Alas and Sam Reyes broke their silence a week after their teammates Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili lost their lives in a drowning incident last Monday, June 8.
Ateneo president still focused on supporting families, will face question of remaining in post ‘at a certain point’
June 17, 2026
“Does your conscience tell you that you can remain as president of Ateneo de Manila University in the wake of this generational crisis that has done irreparable harm to our reputation?”
FIFA World Cup: Own goal helps Austria pull away for win over Jordan
June 17, 2026
An own goal off a corner kick in the 76th minute broke a tie and Austria went on to defeat Jordan 3-1 in a World Cup Group J match on Tuesday in Santa Clara, Calif.
UAAP, NCAA standouts to be honored at Collegiate Press Corps Awards Night
June 17, 2026
Top student-athletes from the UAAP and NCAA in basketball, volleyball, and football will be recognized at the Collegiate Press Corps Awards Night on June 29.
Ateneo players appear at NBI amid probe into Baterbonia, Adili deaths
June 17, 2026
Several players of Ateneo de Manila University men"s basketball team on Wednesday appeared before the National Bureau of Investigation amid its investigation into the deaths of Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili.
Ateneo de Davao retires Rene Baterbonia’s No. 2 jersey
June 17, 2026
Ateneo de Davao University has officially retired the No. 2 jersey of the late Rene Baterbonia.
FIFA World Cup: Norway’s Haaland sparkles on debut with two goals for 4-1 victory over Iraq
June 17, 2026
Norway's prolific striker Erling Haaland bagged two goals in his maiden World Cup appearance on Tuesday to guide his team to an opening 4-1 Group I victory over Iraq, and put down a marker for the tournament.
‘I might not make it’: Ateneo players Kieffer Alas, Sam Reyes faced death in Aurora tragedy
June 17, 2026
Ateneo basketball players Kieffer Alas and Sam Reyes thought they were going to die during the Blue Eagles’ team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora, that claimed the lives of teammates Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili
Messi eyes history as Argentina begins World Cup defense
June 16, 2026
Football superstar Lionel Messi will become the first man to play in six World Cups when he leads Argentina into the first round of the 2026 World Cup
MVP Sports Foundation denies running Ateneo’s basketball program
June 16, 2026
The MVP Sports Foundation says its role is 'limited to providing funding' to the Ateneo men's basketball team
Ateneo ‘studying’ UAAP withdrawal next season
June 15, 2026
Ateneo president Fr. Bobby Yap says the school is weighing its options, including a possible withdrawal from UAAP Season 89, amid multiple investigations over the deaths of players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili
Ateneo vows ‘material support’ to Baterbonia, Adili families: Moral obligation, not settlement
June 15, 2026
Ateneo de Manila University president Fr. Bobby Yap says the assistance will cover 'financial, emotional, and long-term burdens arising' from the deaths of student-athletes Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili
Holt’s impact felt by Ginebra even before Game 3 explosion, says Cone
June 8, 2026
'He impacts winning in so many things that he does,' says Ginebra coach Tim Cone as he comes into the defense of Stephen Holt, who drew flak for his alleged lackluster performances early in the PBA finals
By ruling Birmingham Open, Alex Eala joins Billie Jean King, Maria Sharapova in elite company
June 8, 2026
With her historic title run at the Birmingham Open, Alex Eala did more than lift a trophy as she secured a place alongside some of the biggest names in tennis history.
Alex Eala set to pocket over P2 million after ruling Birmingham Open
June 8, 2026
Alex Eala's title run at the Birmingham Open came with a hefty reward as the Filipina tennis star is set to earn more than P2 million in prize money after ruling the WTA 125 tournament on Sunday night at Edgbaston Priory Club in England.
Knicks bring NBA Finals home to an eager city for Game 3 vs. Spurs
June 8, 2026
The Knicks will try to inch closer to a cathartic championship and the Spurs will aim to climb back into the NBA Finals when New York hosts San Antonio in Game 3 Monday night.
Pressure is on as Knicks come home for NBA Finals Game 3
June 8, 2026
NEW YORK -- The New York Knicks are desperate to deliver for fans when Madison Square Garden hosts its first NBA Finals game in 27 years on Monday, with the five boroughs finally daring to dream of an end to their title drought.
Zverev fights off Cobolli for maiden Grand Slam title at French Open
June 8, 2026
Alexander Zverev finally shattered the barrier between himself and Grand Slam glory by grinding down a stubborn Flavio Cobolli 6-1 4-6 6-4 6-7(5) 6-1 in the French Open final on Sunday.
Alex Eala rules WTA 125 Birmingham Open: Ranking points and prize money
June 7, 2026
Alexandra “Alex” Eala captured the WTA 125 Birmingham Open title after defeating Nikola Bartunkova, 5-7, 6-3, 7-5, in the final on Sunday.
Oilers’ Connor McDavid wins Ted Lindsay Award
June 7, 2026
Edmonton Oilers superstar captain Connor McDavid has been named the winner of the Ted Lindsay Award for a record-tying fifth time.