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Young Filipinas clinch historic Asian Cup berth

September 25, 2023

Chalk up one more achievement for women’s football in the Philippines for 2023. Already in the midst of a historic year, the Filipinas Under-17 squad produced another milestone by qualifying for the AFC Under-17 Women’s Asian Cup for the first time in ...

NCAA: Charles Tiu calls his Benilde team ‘overrated’ after opening day loss to LPU

September 25, 2023

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De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde head coach Charles Tiu didn't hide his disappointment after the Blazers blew an early lead against Lyceum of the Philippines University en route to an 85-81 loss on Sunday.

Marcial appears to be peaking at the right time

September 25, 2023

By REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China – Tokyo Games bronze medalist Eumir Marcial knows the perils of fighting in a heavier weight division for the first time. That’s why one can’t blame him when he just played hard enough in the men’s 80-kil...

Youth-laden Gilas 3×3 routs Jordan to open Asian Games campaign

September 25, 2023

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Bannered by youthful cagers, Gilas Pilipinas 3x3 kicked off its 19th Asian Games campaign on a winning note as the Filipinos routed Jordan, 13-8, on Monday in Hangzhou, China.

Alex Eala opens maiden Asian Games campaign with shutout of Pakistani foe

September 25, 2023

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Filipino tennis star Alex Eala kicked off her first-ever Asiad campaign with a dominant 6-0, 6-0 victory against Sarah Ibrahim Khan of Pakistan in Round 2 of the 19th Asian Games women's singles on Monday in Hangzhou, China.

Gilas Boys finish 4th in FIBA Asia U16; Kiefer Alas named to All-Star Five

September 25, 2023

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Gilas Pilipinas Boys finished in fourth place in the FIBA U16 Asian Championship after an 87-59 defeat to China in the third place game held Sunday evening in Doha, Qatar.

NCAA Season 99 Box Scores: LPU Pirates vs Benilde Blazers, September 24, 2023

September 24, 2023

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NCAA Season 99. LPU Pirates vs Benilde Blazers, September 24, 2023.

Eumir Marcial, Mark Fajardo dominate foes in Round of 32 of Asian Games

September 24, 2023

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Filipino boxers Eumir Marcial and Mark Fajardo flexed their might on the continental stage, emerging victorious in the round of 32 of the 19th Asian Games on Sunday in Hangzhou, China.

LPU coach says no room for complacency despite opening day win vs Benilde

September 24, 2023

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Lyceum of the Philippines University head coach Gilbert Malabanan said that there is no room for complacency even after pulling off an NCAA Season 99 opening day upset of last season's finalist De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde on Sunday.

Patrick King Perez claims first medal for Philippines in Hangzhou Asian Games

September 24, 2023

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The Philippines claimed its first medal in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China on Sunday.

Bravo shines as LPU completes come-from-behind win vs. Benilde

September 24, 2023

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JM Bravo shone as Lyceum of the Philippines University completed a come-from-behind win against De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, 85-81, on Sunday.

Deo Cuajao steps up in Letran debut as Reyson struggles: ‘Naging ready lang ako’

September 24, 2023

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Deo Cuajao made his NCAA debut in style as the rookie transferee made crucial plays for three-time defending champion Colegio de San Juan de Letran on Sunday.

Louie Gonzalez on JRU rookie Shawn Argente: ‘Iba talaga ‘yung puso nung bata’

September 24, 2023

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Jose Rizal University head coach Louie Gonzalez was hardly surprised by how rookie Shawn Argente performed in his first game on the NCAA stage.

Gilas Boys succumb to Australia in semis, to battle China for bronze

September 24, 2023

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Gilas Pilipinas Boys suffered a beatdown against Australia, 92-36, in the FIBA U16 Asian Championship semifinals on Saturday in Doha, Qatar.

China rowers win first gold of Asian Games

September 24, 2023

Host nation China won the first gold medal of the Asian Games on Sunday, when Zou Jiaqi and Qiu Xiuping dominated the women’s lightweight double sculls rowing final. The Chinese pair finished in 7min 6.78sec, with Uzbekistan’s Luizakhon Islamova and Malika Tagmativa taking silver, almost 10 seconds behind. Indonesia’s Chelsea Corputty and Rahma Mutiara Putri won […]
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Crowd roars as Xi opens Hangzhou Asian Games

September 23, 2023

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Chinese President Xi Jinping opened the COVID-19 delayed 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou during a shiny and at times raucous opening ceremony on Saturday.

Netizens praise GMA Network’s first Artificial Intelligence-generated sportscasters

September 23, 2023

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Netizens praised GMA Network for creating the country"s first artificial intelligence-generated sportscasters.

Team Philippines in the Asian Games opening ceremony

September 23, 2023

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EJ Obiena and Margielyn Didal led the Philippine delegation which participated in the parade of nations in the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games.

LOOK: Sneak peek of NCAA Season 99 opening ceremony

September 23, 2023

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Ahead of the NCAA Season 99 opening ceremony on Sunday, the NCAA page on Saturday gave a sneak peek of its preparations for the event at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Letran HS standout Andy Gemao meets Klay Thompson

September 23, 2023

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Andy Gemao posted photos of him with Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson and one of the NBA star's coaches Charlie Max Torres.

Meet the NCAA Season 99 Courtside Reporters

September 23, 2023

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As the NCAA ushers in Season 99 this September 24, the country"s first collegiate athletic league introduces a new lineup of courtside reporters.

EJ Obiena, Margielyn Didal lead Team Philippines in Asian Games opening ceremony

September 23, 2023

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Filipino Olympians EJ Obiena and Margielyn Didal will lead the Philippine delegation in the parade of nations in the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Hangzhou readies for Xi at Asian Games opening ceremony

September 23, 2023

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China's eastern city of Hangzhou stepped up security ahead of Saturday's opening of the Asian Games, as organisers hope to get the sporting extravaganza off to a smooth start with President Xi Jinping among the dignitaries set to attend.

Enoch Valdez turns focus to LPU after being drafted in PBA

September 23, 2023

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After being drafted in the Philippine Basketball Association, Enoch Valdez will turn his focus on the Lyceum of the Philippines University's campaign in NCAA Season 99.

Gilas Boys celebrate after clinching FIBA U17 World Cup slot

September 23, 2023

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Gilas Pilipinas Boys secured its place in the 2024 FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup with a 64-59 comeback win against Japan in the quarterfinal round of the FIBA U16 Asian Championship early Saturday morning (Philippine time) in Doha, Qatar.

Gilas Boys qualify for FIBA U17 World Cup after QF win vs Japan

September 23, 2023

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Gilas Pilipinas Boys clinched a place in the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup next year after a stunning 64-59 comeback win against Japan in the quarterfinal round of the 2023 FIBA U16 Asian Championships early Saturday morning (Philippine time) in Doha Q...

‘I don’t care’: ‘Sportswashing’ comments from Saudi crown prince spark anger from rights groups

September 22, 2023

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"We've now heard from the top that this is state policy," a director at Human Rights Watch said.

Lito Adiwang stops Mattheis in 23 seconds at ONE Friday Fights 34

September 22, 2023

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Hard-hitting strawweight mixed martial artist Lito Adiwang showed no signs of ring rust following a 23-second stoppage over Adrian Mattheis on the undercard of ONE Friday Fights 34 this Friday evening at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

Gilas’ Cone not losing hope on inclusion of Abueva, 3 others for Asian Games

September 22, 2023

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Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone isn't giving up on the inclusion of four players in their upcoming campaign in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Filipinas hurdle Hong Kong in Asian Games opener on late goals

September 22, 2023

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The Philippine women"s national football team got off on the right foot after hurdling Hong Kong in a 3-1 win on Friday night to kick off its 19th Asian Games campaign in Hangzhou, China.

Rower Delgaco advances to medal round in Asiad

September 22, 2023

Joanie Delgaco booked a spot to the medal round following her impressive semifinal showing in the rowing competition at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China on Friday, Sept. 22. The 25-year-old Delgaco, who won silver at the 2021 Southeast Asian Gam...

Olympians to show wares in Chooks-to-Go FIBA 3×3 World Tour Cebu Masters

September 22, 2023

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CEBU CITY— The Manila Chooks! 3×3 squad’s biggest goal is to bag a slot to the Paris Olympics next year. Seeing action in the 2023 Chooks-to-Go FIBA 3×3 World Tour Cebu Masters will certainly serve as a big inspiration for the charges of head trainer Chico Lanete. Olympians Dejan Majstorovic and Dutch Dimeo van der […]
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Climbing Centre is Hangzhou’s answer to Beijing’s Bird’s Nest

September 22, 2023

By REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China – China has one again flaunted its immense wealth and power with its state-of-the-art venues for the 19th Asian Games here. During the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the world’s second-most populous countr...

Perpetual Altas focused on elusive NCAA crown

September 22, 2023

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AT the end of the last NCAA season, the Perpetual Altas Men’s Basketball team took a long hard look at the lessons they learned and trained harder, fiercer than ever. With the start of Season 99 just around the corner, Perpetual Altas head coach Michael ‘Myk’ Saguiguit said his wards are itching to hit the […]
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Donny Pangilinan got game

September 22, 2023

Donny Pangilinan’s upcoming film, “GG (Good Game)” focuses on esports. Dubbed the first full-length esports film in the Philippines, “GG” tells the story of an aspiring gamer Seth (Donny) who gets into a “competitive barkada gaming” while facing a “cha...

Gilas Pilipinas fends off Korea’s LG Sakers in friendly

September 22, 2023

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Gilas Pilipinas survived the LG Sakers of the Korean Basketball League (KBL), 86-81, in its final tuneup before competing in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Gatorade fuels FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 milestones

September 22, 2023

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The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 concludes with Europe as the new powerhouse in the biggest sports spectacle anticipated by more than 12,000 fans. Gatorade, the World’s No. 1 Sports Drink in the World, congratulates Germany for it sweeping campaign, capped off by an 83-77 triumph over Serbia at the finals match. As the official […]
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TIME TO SHINE: 19th Asian Games unfurl in Hangzhou

September 22, 2023

By REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China –– With all its might and wealth, the host nation made a grand introduction in the sporting world by staging the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. Almost 14 years since that landmark event, Beijing once again mad...