Joshua looking to deliver ‘statement’ win over Ngannou
March 4, 2024
Anthony Joshua looks to reestablish himself as a top contender in the heavyweight division as he tangles with former mixed martial arts champion Francis Ngannou
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‘Reality of sports’: Obiena reflects on World Indoor Championships setback
March 4, 2024
Gunning for a medal, Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena instead finishes ninth in the World Athletics Indoor Championships
Petecio, Ladon off to splendid starts in world qualifier for Olympic boxing
March 4, 2024
Filipino boxers Nesthy Petecio and Rogen Ladon both ace their first tests in the World Qualification Tournament for the Paris Olympics
Foxies seek second win vs Chargers
March 4, 2024
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Games Tuesday (PhilSports Arena) 4 p.m. – Capital1 vs SGA 6 p.m. – Farm Fresh vs Akari Farm Fresh guns for its second win when it faces a winless but dangerous Akari side on Tuesday, March 5,...
Tancontian siblings spearhead PH sambo team in Dutch tourney
March 4, 2024
By MARK REY MONTEJO Siblings Sydney and Chino Sy-Tancontian spearheaded the Philippine sambo team’s successful stint in the 2024 Dutch SAMBO Open in Dalfsen, The Netherlands over the weekend. Sydney, who bagged a bronze medal in World Sam...
Petecio, Ladon advance in Olympic qualifying tilt
March 4, 2024
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Filipino boxers opened their Paris Olympics campaign with a bang after two fighters advanced to the next round at the start of the World Qualifications Tournament in Busto Arsizio, Italy on Sunday, March 3 (Monday, Ma...
Nadal hails ‘amazing’ Alcaraz after exhibition defeat
March 4, 2024
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal says the future of Spanish tennis is in good hands with 20-year-old Carlos Alcaraz
Abando hopeful for return in EASL Final Four in Cebu
March 4, 2024
By REYNALD MAGALLON Rhenz Abando made a successful return from a spine injury in the Korean Basketball League and now he’s hopeful to do the same for Anyang in the East Asia Super League Final Four slated in Lapu-Lapu City in Cebu on the weekend...
Cua, Fuertes extend streak in PPS Bansalan
March 4, 2024
Dhea Cua continued to flaunt her exceptional skills in the Davao region swing of the PPS-PEPP junior tennis circuit, scoring another double victory in the girls’ 16- and 18-and-under categories in the Gov. Yvonne Cagas Championships at the Bansalan Ten...
Malakas: AP.Bren sweeps Games of the Future Russia tourney
March 4, 2024
AP.Bren writes new chapters to its growing lore after sweeping the Games of the Future tournament in Russia, capped with a 3-1 finals win over Indonesia's Onic Esports
Wembanyama flaunts all-around dominance as Spurs post rare back-to-back wins
March 4, 2024
Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs win back-to-back games for just the fourth time this season
Boston blowout: Celtics make history with 52-point drubbing of Warriors
March 4, 2024
The Celtics become the first team in NBA history to win three games by at least 50 points in a single season
Off day: EJ Obiena far from best in World Indoor Championships, places 9th
March 4, 2024
Coming off a pair of golden performances, EJ Obiena struggles in the World Athletics Indoor Championships as he finishes at the bottom half of the 11-man field topped by Armand Duplantis
No-quit NorthPort outlasts Converge in OT for breakthrough win
March 3, 2024
NorthPort takes advantage of a careless Converge squad to complete a come-from-behind overtime win after trailing by 17 points early in the fourth quarter
Rhenz Abando ready for EASL playoffs after winning KBL injury return
March 3, 2024
Rhenz Abando picks up right where he left off, even winning Player of the Game honors in his first game back in Korea since suffering a gruesome injury last December
Sy bags 2023 Junior Karter of the Year at Golden Wheel Awards
March 3, 2024
He’s young but daring and determined. Only 14 years old, Ryan Sy’s gung-ho style of driving earned for himself the prestigious Junior Karter of the Year award during the recent Golden Wheel Awards – the most prestigious award in motor/karting racing. ...
Hurdler Cabang advances to semis in world indoor tilt
March 2, 2024
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA John Cabang Tolentino kept his ambitious bid alive after advancing to the semifinals in the men’s 60-meter hurdles in the 2024 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow, Scotland on Saturday, March 2. The 22-yea...
NU makes light work of UP for third straight UAAP win
March 2, 2024
By NIKOLE JAVIER National University showed too much class as the Lady Bulldogs demolished the University of the Philippines Lady Maroons for their third straight win, 25-17, 25-16, 25-17, in the first round of the UAAP Season 86 ...
EJ Obiena eyes first podium at world indoor meet
March 2, 2024
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA EJ Obiena’s 2024 Paris Olympics preparations will be put to a test on Sunday, March 3, when he and world No. 1 Armand “Mondo” Duplantis of Sweden vie in the star-studded 2024 World Athletics Indoor Champ...
White, Mojdeh seek slots to 2025 SEAG
March 2, 2024
After their impressive performances in the 11th Asian Age Group Championships, swimmers Heather White and Jasmine Mojdeh seek spots in the Philippine team when they compete in the Southeast Asian games qualifiers starting in August. The Fil-British Whi...
Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser cherishes playing with bro Matt in TNT
February 28, 2024
ANTIPOLO – Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser’s TNT debut on Wednesday night not only marked the beginning of his journey with the perennial PBA contenders. It was also the first time ever that the sophomore big man played with his brother Matt, which he admittedly said felt weird at first after watching his ‘kuya,’ who’s four years older […]
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Calvin Oftana sparks TNT comeback vs. Rain or Shine in Chot Reyes’ return
February 28, 2024
Calvin Oftana hit timely baskets to tow TNT past Rain or Shine, 108-107, and marked head coach Chot Reyes' return at the helm in the PBA Philippine Cup.
PBA: Oftana leads TNT in thrilling comeback vs ROS, gifts Chot a triumphant return
February 28, 2024
ANTIPOLO – TNT came from behind to beat Rain or Shine, 108-107, for a winning PBA Season 48 Philippine Cup debut Wednesday night at the Ynares Center here. Calvin Oftana delivered the toughest of blows, scoring the last five of a crucial 9-0 run to take the 108-104 lead with 45.2 seconds left to play […]
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Ateneo overcomes UP in five-setter; NU sweeps Adamson
February 28, 2024
The Ateneo de Manila University took down University of the Philippines, 22-25, 20-25, 25-22, 25-17, 15-9, to barge into the win column of the UAAP Season 86 women's volleyball tournament on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
James Yap excited for new beginnings at Blackwater
February 28, 2024
For only the second time in his professional career, James Yap is playing for a new team.
Rey Nambatac out to prove himself in Blackwater
February 28, 2024
ANTIPOLO – Rey Nambatac is hungry to prove that he can still be that guy now that the seasoned playmaker is starting afresh with new team Blackwater. The 30-year-old guard has his sights set on doing as much after being traded by Rain or Shine for future draft picks prior to the Season 48 Philippine […]
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Rey Nambatac shines in Blackwater debut, leads escape act vs. Meralco
February 28, 2024
Rey Namabatac did not show any jitters in his first game in a Blackwater uniform, steering the Bossing to a 96-93 escape against Meralco to kick off the PBA Philippine Cup.
UAAP 86 Softball: Adamson launches ’11-peat’ bid with shutout of UST
February 28, 2024
Adamson University opened its 11-peat bid in the UAAP Softball Tournament with a highly defensive 3-0 shutout of University of Santo Tomas on Wednesday at the UP Baseball Field in Diliman, Quezon City. The decade-long, reigning queens capitalized on their chances on offense, plucking two runs off three hits and two passed balls from UST’s […]
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UAAP 86 WVB: De Guzman, Buena propel Ateneo to thrilling come-from-behind win over UP
February 28, 2024
Ateneo de Manila University had the last laugh, scoring a stunning reverse sweep over University of the Philippines, 22-25, 20-25, 25-22, 25-17, 15-9, for its breakthrough win in the UAAP Season 86 Women’s Volleyball Tournament at the SMART Araneta Coliseum, Wednesday. Sobe Buena, Zey Pacia, Geezel Tsunashima, AC Miner, and KC Cortez all had a […]
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Acido explodes for triple-double as Perpetual thrashes JRU
February 28, 2024
Amiel Acido flexed his might to steer University of Perpetual Help System DALTA to a 102-84 beating of struggling Jose Rizal University in the NCAA Season 99 juniors basketball tournament.
PBA: Rey Nambatac shines bright in Blackwater debut, sparks stunner against Meralco
February 28, 2024
ANTIPOLO – Rey Nambatac refused to see his debut become a footnote as he saved Blackwater from a massive collapse against Meralco, 96-93, in the PBA Season 48 Philippine Cup opener Wednesday night at the Ynares Center here. The lefty playmaker calmly sank both of his charities with 19.5 seconds left to play, and the […]
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NCAA 99: Acido triple-double, Padilla’s career game power Perps, Letran to share of lead
February 28, 2024
By Luis Licas Amiel Acido and Daniel Padilla put on a show during the seventh day of the NCAA Season 99 Juniors Basketball Tournament on Wednesday at the Filoil Ecooil Centre. Acido produced a triple-double leading University of Perpetual Help DALTA to a 102-84 rout of Jose Rizal University while Padilla dropped his career-high, powering […]
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Alyssa Solomon credits better communication for overcoming early challenges
February 28, 2024
It was not an easy start for National University in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament. The Lady Bulldogs, who are seen as one of the strongest contenders this season due to their intact team, dropped their opener against University of Santo Tomas in straight sets. Then in their second game, they needed five […]
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UAAP 86 WVB: Solomon, Belen spark NU’s commanding win vs Adamson for share of second
February 28, 2024
National University delivered a strong finisher in all three sets to sweep Adamson University, 25-17, 25-20, 25-20, and post its second straight win in the UAAP Season 86 Women’s Volleyball Tournament at the SMART Araneta Coliseum, Wednesday. Main gunners Alyssa Solomon and Bella Belen took turns hammering the Lady Falcons, ending up with 17 and […]
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San Beda Red Cubs keep Final Four dream alive, escape EAC
February 28, 2024
San Beda University remained in hunt for a Final Four spot after pulling away late against Emilio Aguinaldo College, 51-44, in the NCAA Season 99 juniors basketball tournament on Wednesday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre.
Savannah Davison, Brooke Van Sickle look forward to first showdown
February 28, 2024
In the 2023 Premier Volleyball League Second All-Filipino Conference, Savannah Davison joined PLDT and emerged as one of the best scorers of the tournament. The Fil-Canadian open spiker led the league in scoring after the preliminary round, collecting 202 points on 173 attacks, 22 blocks, and seven service aces. In the 2024 All-Filipino Conference, Petro […]
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Filipinas bow to Slovenia to finish fourth in Pinatar Cup
February 28, 2024
The Philippine women's football team Filipinas fell short of a podium finish in the 2024 Pinatar Cup after a narrow 1-0 loss to Slovenia in Spain on early Wednesday (Manila time).
NBA: Bucks add to their dominance of Hornets this season
February 28, 2024
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 24 points and Damian Lillard added 23 to go with nine rebounds and seven assists as the Milwaukee Bucks routed the visiting Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.