Mexico City Marathon disqualifies 11,000 runners for cheating
September 6, 2023
Approximately 11,000 runners in the Mexico City Marathon were disqualified for cheating, according to a report in Spanish newspaper Marca.
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Slovenia coach believes Canada can ‘go all the way’ in FIBA World Cup
September 6, 2023
Slovenia coach Aleksander Sekulic had said it before, and he's saying it again: Canada is a title contender.
Luka Doncic appreciates the love from World Cup Manila crowd
September 6, 2023
Luka Doncic has been receiving a lot of love from his fans in Manila.
Luka Doncic on ejection from physical game vs Canada: ‘I don’t think it’s fair’
September 6, 2023
Basketball star Luka Doncic aired his frustrations after getting disqualified from Slovenia's all-important knockout quarterfinals match against Canada on Wednesday in the 2023 FIBA World Cup at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Marlon Tapales spars with Mark Magasayo in preparation for undisputed showdown with Inoue
September 6, 2023
Two-division world champion Marlon Tapales is getting all the help he can get from his fellow Filipinos ahead of the biggest and toughest fight of his boxing career.
SGA, Canada eliminate Slovenia to arrange FIBA semis duel with Serbia
September 6, 2023
Canada cruised to the 2023 FIBA World Cup semifinals after eliminating Luka Doncic and his Slovenia side, 100-89, in their knockout quarterfinals match on Wednesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Chot Reyes on what Gilas program needs to improve: ‘Just player availability’
September 6, 2023
Chot Reyes, the outgoing Gilas Pilipinas head coach, believes that player availability should be a point of focus for the national team program moving forward.
Philippines salvages 13th place finish in Asian Volleyball Championship
September 6, 2023
The Philippines won't be coming home empty handed as it eked out a 25-20, 25-17, 25-23 victory against Uzbekistan.
Dennis Schroder says he played ‘worst game’ against Latvia
September 6, 2023
"That's probably the worst game I've ever played in my career," Dennis Schroder said on Wednesday.
Luka Doncic gets warm reception from Manila crowd in World Cup
September 6, 2023
Luka Doncic is in Manila and the Philippine crowd surely loves him.
Germany escapes Latvia, stays undefeated ahead of semis match vs US
September 6, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Germany hung on and pulled off a nail-biting 81-79 escape against Latvia to keep its record unblemished and set up a semifinals collision against Team USA in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup at the Mall of Asia Arena on Wednesday,...
Wagner brothers take charge as Germany ends Latvia’s dream run to clinch FIBA semis berth
September 6, 2023
Germany kept its immaculate run intact as it ended the dream run of debutant Latvia, 81-79, to book a semifinals ticket to the 2023 FIBA World Cup on Wednesday night at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Paolo Banchero happy for USA’s win against Italy
September 6, 2023
Paolo Banchero said he was happy for Team USA to win against Italy.
‘Ant-Man’ Edwards emerges as US superhero at Basketball World Cup
September 6, 2023
MANILA (AFP) ˗ Anthony “Ant-Man” Edwards doesn’t wear a cape but he has emerged as the United States’ superhero at the Basketball World Cup. US’s Anthony Edwards gestures during the FIBA Basketball World Cup quarterfinal m...
‘New’ Gilas for Asian Games known Sept. 7
September 6, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Who will call the shots and who are new faces in the Gilas squad that will wage war in the coming Hangzhou Asian Games? These intriguing questions will be answered Thursday, Sept. 7, in a press conference to be held at the PBA Offic...
UP, Ateneo favored in Intercollegiate badminton tilt
September 6, 2023
The Philippine Badminton Association is staging the second SMART Philippine Intercollegiate Badminton Championships from September 7 to 9 at Centro Atletico in Cubao, Quezon City.This time, 12 colleges are taking part in the tournament, featuring a tea...
Quiban posts another 67 for a one-shot lead in Bukidnon
September 6, 2023
BUKIDNON – Justin Quiban came out on top after a searing hunt for birdies in a frontside finish coming off a brief rain delay, storming past Reymon Jaraula and Jhonnel Ababa for a one-stroke lead with a second 67 halfway through the ICTSI Del Monte Cha...
Castil regains LPGT lead despite another 73
September 6, 2023
BUKIDNON – Unshaken by a wobbly frontside stint, Velinda Castil battled back in a fashion rarely seen in a junior golfer, birdying two of the last four holes to salvage a second straight 73 and back to where she was at the start – on top of the ICTSI D...
Dominican Republic staff passes from heart attack after FIBA stint
September 6, 2023
The Dominican Republic basketball team's physiotherapist Bladimir Regalado passed away after helping the team during their campaign in the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
Four teams dispute last two semis tickets in FIBA World Cup
September 6, 2023
Serbia and USA were the first two teams to punch their tickets to the 2023 FIBA World Cup semifinals after disposing of Lithuania and Italy in their respective quarterfinal matches on Tuesday.
Lakers land Christian Wood on 2-year deal — reports
September 6, 2023
The Los Angeles Lakers added to their frontcourt on Tuesday, agreeing to a two-year deal with forward/center Christian Wood, ESPN and The Athletic reported.
Italy’s Nicolo Melli after QF exit: We will be back
September 5, 2023
"We will be back next summer," Italy's Nicolo Melli said after their 100-63 loss to the USA in on Tuesday.
USA had ‘best defensive effort’ in win vs. Italy, says Kerr
September 5, 2023
For head coach Steve Kerr, Team USA's win against Italy in the 2023 FIBA World Cup was the game where they had their 'best defensive effort' in the tournament.
Austin Reaves says he’s been trying to get a dunk this World Cup
September 5, 2023
Apparently, Austin Reaves has been trying to do a dunk in the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
USA vents ire in 37-point blowout of Italy, books FIBA World Cup semis ticket
September 5, 2023
Mikal Bridges caught fire early as the United States put on a clinic, ripping Italy in a 100-63 blowout to advance to the semifinals of the 2023 FIBA World Cup on Tuesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Austin Reaves slam wows Manila crowd in FIBA World Cup
September 5, 2023
Austin Reaves again put on a show in Manila.
‘Papa Hen’ remains Rain or Shine’s unsung hero through the years
September 5, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON What does it take to have a complete basketball team? Is it the star players? The role players? The great coaches? Or the utilities working hard behind the bench far from the limelight of the cameras? Everyone plays a role in ...
No hangover from USA win, Lithuania’s Sedekerskis says after loss to Serbia
September 5, 2023
Their win against the United States may had been Lithuania's biggest accomplishment in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, but it's all in the past now as the European team got knocked out by a mighty Serbia squad in the quarterfinals.
Serbia dedicates QF win to injured teammate Borisa Simanic
September 5, 2023
It was not just an important win to advance to the semifinals, but it was a victory dedicated to their injured teammate Borisa Simanic.
Serbia barges to FIBA WC semis with rout of Lithuania
September 5, 2023
BY REYNALD MAGALLON Bogdan Bogdanovic started out hot and the rest of his team put on the finishing touches as Serbia clobbered Lithuania, 87-68, to advance to the semifinals of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup at the Mall of Asia Arena on Tuesday, S...
FIBA World Cup ambassadors Carmelo Anthony, Pau Gasol coming to Manila
September 5, 2023
Basketball legends Carmelo Anthony and Pau Gasol are coming to the Philippines for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, for which they both serve as global ambassadors.
Serbia barges into FIBA World Cup semis with rout of streaking Lithuania
September 5, 2023
In a battle of European teams, powerhouse Serbia prevailed as it eliminated erstwhile undefeated Lithuania, 87-68, to punch a ticket to the 2023 FIBA World Cup semifinals on Tuesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
New coach, new players eyed for Gilas stint to Hangzhou Asian Games
September 5, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Gilas Pilipinas is set to be bannered by new faces on the court and in the sidelines in the men’s basketball event in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China later this month. The Philippine Olympic Committee released the name...
Eala beats Japanese friend in duel of rising stars
September 5, 2023
By NIKOLE JAVIER In a battle of two rising stars, Alex Eala emerged victorious over Japanese Natsumi Kawaguchi. Eala, 18, tormented his rival with a mix of devastating shots plus some clever shots to hack out a 6-3, 6-4 win over her Japanese friend in ...
Race for Naismith Trophy intensifies as FIBA World Cup kicks off knockout round
September 5, 2023
Eight teams are left vying for the Naismith Trophy and the race for the coveted prize will further intensify when the 2023 FIBA World Cup quarterfinal round opens curtains on Tuesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Brownlee, Kouame, seven World Cup holdovers lead Gilas Pilipinas’ Asian Games roster — POC
September 5, 2023
Two naturalized players and seven holdovers will lead Gilas Pilipinas when it competes in the Asian Games slated for September 23 in Hangzhou, China.
With help of Gov. Chavit and son, Suarez hopes to realize dream
September 5, 2023
Vintage boxer Charly ‘King’s Warrior’ Suarez got a huge boost in his desire to win the “big one” after connecting with the father-and-son tandem of former Ilocos Sur Gov. Chavit Singson and sportsman Christian Singson. Suarez earned the admiration of t...
Exclusive FIBA World Cup finals ball unveiled
September 5, 2023
By Randy Caluag ONLY 1,200 of them will be sold globally, making them highly collectible. The race is on to get your hands on the limited edition “gold” Molten ball whose first version out of the manufacturing will be used during the final of the FIBA World Cup 2023 on Sunday at the Mall of […]
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