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Another setback for Gilas as Asian Games nears

September 19, 2023

BY REYNALD MAGALLON Gilas Pilipinas is bracing for all the possibilities involving the team’s final composition for the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas and the PBA, in a joint press conference on Tuesday, Sept. ...

Gilas Pilipinas’ RR Pogoy withdraws from Asian Games due to health issues

September 19, 2023

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RR Pogoy has formally begged off from the Asian Games due to health issues, Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone announced in a press conference on Tuesday at the PBA Office.

Gilas Pilipinas revamps lineup with less than a week left before Asian Games

September 19, 2023

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Gilas Pilipinas revamped its lineup with only a few days left before it plunges into the 19th Asian Games on September 26 in Hangzhou, China.

Japan training eyed for promising junior swimmer Ajido

September 19, 2023

Opportunities are opening up for Palarong Pambansa gold medalist and talented junior swimmer Jamesray Mishael Ajido, who is being lined up for further intensive training in Japan. A high school varsity mainstay at La Salle Greenhills under coach and fo...

Gilas Boys vent ire on Kazakhstan, put World Cup bid back on track

September 19, 2023

By REYNALD MAGALLON The Gilas Pilipinas boys team got its World Cup bid back on track, venting its ire on Kazakhstan, 66-42, in the FIBA Asia U16 Asian Championship early Tuesday. Sept. 19 at the Al-Rayyan Indoor Hall in Doha, Qatar. Avoiding making th...

Lito Adiwang raring to strike with Indonesian banger

September 19, 2023

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Hard-hitting Filipino strawweight Lito Adiwang is raring to showcase his striking prowess when he takes on Indonesia"s Adrian Mattheis on the undercard of ONE Friday Fights 34 on Friday, September 22 at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

Gilas Pilipinas Boys bounce back, vent ire on Kazakhstan

September 19, 2023

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Learning from their previous game, Gilas Pilipinas Boys put on an impressive second half performance to rout Kazakhstan, 66-42, and bag their breakthrough win in the 2023 FIBA U16 Asian Championship on Tuesday morning in Qatar.

Wembanyama targeting Spurs playoff berth in first season

September 19, 2023

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French basketball prodigy Victor Wembanyama says he hopes to lead the San Antonio Spurs back to the NBA playoffs as he prepares for his first season in the league.

Kelly Oubre Jr. expected to sign with 76ers — ESPN

September 19, 2023

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Free-agent guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. is expected to sign a one-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, ESPN reported Monday.

Golf legend Gary Player says government should stay out of sports

September 18, 2023

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Hall of fame golfer Gary Player talks about the intersection of golf and politics, and weighs in on the upcoming Ryder Cup in Italy.

NCAA Season 99 Preview: Rebuilding Arellano Chiefs look to pick up the pieces

September 18, 2023

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The Arellano Chiefs will have to make do without their old stars, many of whom have either transferred, moved up to the pros, graduated, or decided to forgo their remaining years.

NCAA Season 99 Preview: Intact Benilde Blazers out to fulfill unfinished business

September 18, 2023

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With an intact and reloaded roster, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde is hoping to write a different story this time around.

Nesthy Petecio says Asian Games may be her last shot to Olympics

September 18, 2023

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Filipino Olympic silver medalist and boxer Nesthy Petecio will give her all in the upcoming 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China as this may be her last shot to another Olympic stint.

NCAA Season 99 Preview: No shortage of new stars as Letran Knights open four-peat bid

September 18, 2023

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In the upcoming NCAA Season 99, the mission is crystal clear for Colegio de San Juan de Letran: deliver a rare four-peat.

Eumir Marcial would be happy if Pacquiao pushes through with Olympic stint

September 18, 2023

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Filipino Olympic bronze medalist and boxer Eumir Marcial would be happy if Manny Pacquiao will be allowed to compete in the Olympics.

EJ Obiena bags silver in Diamond League ahead of Asian Games campaign

September 18, 2023

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Filipino pole vault ace EJ Obiena copped a silver medal in the Prefontaine Classic of the Diamond League on Monday morning (Manila time) at the Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon.

Gilas Pilipinas Boys fall to China in FIBA U16 Asian Championship opener

September 18, 2023

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Gilas Pilipinas Boys ran out of steam in the second half to absorb an 84-67 loss to China to kick off their 2023 FIBA U16 Asian Championship campaign on Sunday night in Qatar.

PSC, POC rally Philippines’ athletes bound for Asian Games

September 18, 2023

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Philippine Sports Commission chairman Dickie Bachmann led the rally for athletes bound for the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Margielyn Didal, EJ Obiena named Philippines’ flag bearers for Asian Games

September 18, 2023

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Philippine Olympic Committee chairman and Tagaytay City Mayor Abraham Tolentino announced on Monday that Olympians Margielyn Didal and EJ Obiena will lead the Philippine delegation in the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Mavericks re-sign Markieff Morris

September 18, 2023

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Forward Markieff Morris re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday.

Mercito Gesta suffers one-sided TKO loss to Zepeda

September 17, 2023

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Former world title challenger Mercito Gesta suffered a one-sided beatdown en route to a sixth-round technical knockout at the hands of unbeaten Mexican William Zepeda earlier today at Commerce Casino in California, USA.

Eduard Folayang vows he is not underestimating Amir Khan

September 17, 2023

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Former ONE lightweight world champion Eduard Folayang is laser-focused on beating Amir Khan again when they meet inside the cage for a second time on the undercard of ONE Fight Night 14 on September 30 at Singapore Indoor Stadium.

NCAA products who were picked in the PBA Season 48 Draft

September 17, 2023

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More than 30 products of NCAA schools have been selected by teams in the PBA Season 48 Rookie Draft at the Market! Market! in Taguig on Sunday.

2023 PBA Rookie Draft picks

September 17, 2023

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Out of 124 approved applicants, 79 names have been called in the PBA Season 48 Rookie Draft on Sunday at the Market! Market! in Taguig.

Ricci Rivero goes to Phoenix in PBA Draft

September 17, 2023

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Ricci Rivero is set to step foot in the PBA as he was drafted by the Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters on Sunday in the PBA Rookie Draft.

Terrafirma selects Stephen Holt for top pick in PBA Draft

September 17, 2023

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The Terrafirma Dyip selected Filipino-American player Stephen Holt as its top pick in the PBA Rookie Draft on Sunday at the Market! Market! in Taguig.

Robi Nayve confident on Benilde’s chances in NCAA Season 99

September 17, 2023

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Benilde may have fallen short of getting the title in NCAA Season 98, but team captain Robi Nayve is confident about their chances in the upcoming season.

Meet Stephen Curry’s look-alike: Stepping Curry

September 17, 2023

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The basketball-crazy nation that is the Philippines also has its own Stephen Curry -- or at least someone who looks like him.

Atlanta United tops Inter Miami as Lionel Messi rests

September 17, 2023

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Tristan Muyumba and Brooks Lennon each scored first-half goals as Atlanta United took advantage of an own goal to earn a 5-2 victory over victory Inter Miami, who were without Lionel Messi.

Cavaliers president Koby Altman arrested on impaired driving charge

September 17, 2023

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Cleveland Cavaliers president of basketball operations Koby Altman was arrested Friday night and charged with operating a vehicle under the influence, according to multiple media reports.

Joshua Pacio hopes to get another crack at ONE world title should he defeat Malachiev

September 16, 2023

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Former ONE strawweight world titleholder Joshua Pacio is hoping to share the cage one more time with Jarred Brooks should he overcome Mansur Malachiev.

Race to Junior PGT Nat’l Finals heats up at Splendido

September 16, 2023

Bidders in the premier age group category, both in boys’ and girls’ divisions, seek to fortify their respective bids in the national finals of the Junior JPGT Series in an 18-hole stroke play competition today (Sept. 17, Sunday) at Splendido Taal Golf ...

PH belles face rough sailing in Serbia

September 16, 2023

Uratex Dream is gearing for an uphill climb in the Red Bull Half Court World Final which starts on Saturday in Belgrade, Serbia. The Philippine crew, bannered by Kaye Pingol, Mikka Cacho, Sam Harada, and Blanche Bahuyan, were drawn in Group A in the 15...

9 horses clash in PSA Cup at Metro Turf

September 16, 2023

Red Sole, Vavavoom and Top of the Line are the horses to watch when the Philippine Racing Commission holds a charity race today dubbed the Philippine Sportswriters Association Cup at the Metro Manila Turf in Malvar, Batangas. A guaranteed prize w...

Djokovic powers Serbia past Spain; Britain wins to likewise advance to quarters

September 16, 2023

PARIS (AFP) ˗ Novak Djokovic returned to the court just five days after his historic US Open title triumph to lead Serbia into the Davis Cup quarterfinals on Friday, Sept. 15, while Andy Murray helped Britain edge past Switzerland. World number one Djo...

Take your pick! PBA holds Rookie Draft at Market! Market!

September 16, 2023

By NIKOLE JAVIER A deep pool of PBA aspirants await their fate in the much-anticipated 2023 Rookie Draft happening on Sunday, Sept. 17 at the Market! Market! in Taguig City. A record of 128 hopefuls are listed in the Draft for the league’s upcomi...

Obiena vies in Oregon ahead of Asian Games

September 16, 2023

By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Pole vaulter EJ Obiena is likely to show his readiness for the coming Hangzhou 19th Asian Games when he competes in the prestigious Wanda Diamond League Final in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, Sept. 17 (Monday in Manila). Obiena is ridi...

‘Expect a lot of winning’ from Arellano, says Dani Mallari

September 16, 2023

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They may be a rebuilding team, but Dani Mallari said 'a lot of winning' is happening for Arellano University come NCAA Season 99.