Philippines’ Carlos Yulo, Paris 2024 Olympic Games double gold medalist in gymnastics, waves from a float during a celebratory homecoming parade along a street in Manila on August 14, 2024. Thousands of shrieking fans jammed the streets of the Philippine capital Manila on August 14 in a celebratory homecoming parade …
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More than a game: How Savouge is making a difference
The team, composed predominantly of LGBTQ+ athletes, embodies a unique and powerful spirit both on and off the court. Spiker’s Turf MANILA, Philippines — Savouge, a team deeply rooted in inclusivity, has shattered barriers and expectations in the Spikers’ Turf. Under the unwavering leadership of coach Sydney Calderon, the Spin …
Read More »‘Got killed’: Blazers promise fightback in Game 2 vs Cardinals
Blazers coach Charles Tiu said there was no one to blame but themselves in that 84-73 setback in the series opener of their short but sweet best-of-three title showdown. NCAA / GMA-7 MANILA, Philippines — College of St. Benilde vows to strike back strongly in Game 2 from a Game …
Read More »2024 Orange World Run held to rousing success in Biñan
Zonta Club of Laguna president and Laguna 1st District Rep. Laguna Ann Matibag of San Pedro City (center) led more than 500 Zontians, students, children, women and men in the fun run held to raise awareness in the fight to curb violence against women and children. MANILA, Philippines — The …
Read More »Bautista outworks Sampaga to clinch PBF light-fly belt in ‘Blow-By-Blow’
Roderek Bautista (right) scores against Arvin John Sampaga in their title fight held Sunday during Manny Pacquiao’s Blow-By-Blow in Quezon City. Blow-By-Blow MANILA, Philippines — Roderek Bautista brawled his way to a points decision win over Arvin John Sampaga for the Philippine Boxing Federation light-flyweight strap in the main event …
Read More »Escamis takes over as Cardinals close in on historic NCAA crown
Mapua’s Clint Escamis (0) shoots over the defense of the Benilde Blazers in the NCAA Season 100 Finals Sunday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. (NCAA Philippines) (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 1 p.m. – Awarding Ceremony 2:30 p.m. – CSB vs Mapua MANILA, Philippines — Clint Escamis delivered an …
Read More »Durant, Booker lead Suns over Warriors
WASHINGTON — Devin Booker scored 27 points and Kevin Durant added 21 to lead the Phoenix Suns over Golden State 113-105 on Saturday (Sunday in Manila), stretching the Warriors’ NBA losing streak to four games. Register to unlock this article Register to read this story and more for free. Signing …
Read More »Tabuena clinches career-best 3rd place at IS Qatar
MANILA, Philippines — Miguel Tabuena delivered his finest performance yet on the International Series stage, securing a remarkable joint third-place finish with a closing round of 70 at the IS Qatar. The event, held at the wind-raked Doha Golf Club, was dominated by American Peter Uihlein, who stormed to a …
Read More »5150 Triathlon headed to Samal next year
MANILA, Philippines — The Damosa Land 5150 Triathlon is poised to offer a memorable race in Samal, Davao del Norte. Scheduled for Sept. 21, 2025, this inaugural event promises a scenic yet challenging course, solidifying Samal Island's status as a premier destination for wellness and adventure. Taking place in the …
Read More »Final Four finish a boost in Tigers’ experience for next UAAP season, says Pido
MANILA, Philippines — “Charge it to experience.” Despite an early exit from the Final Four, University of Santo Tomas head coach Pido Jarencio voiced pride in what the Growling Tigers reached in the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament. After a dismal 2-12 season in his first roundabout back in …
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