LIPA CITY — A new mixed-team competition will happen this week as the city launches the inaugural Lipa City Fiesta Barako Golf tournament slated on Jan. 15 to 18 at the Summit Point Golf and Country Club and Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club here. The inaugural Lipa City Fiesta …
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SBP putting premium on continuity, chemistry in Gilas program for new World Cup cycle
The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas is looking to carry the momentum of its successful year in 2023 heading into the new World Cup cycle beginning in 2024. SBP president Al Panlilio (File/ Noel Pabalete) SBP President Al Panlilio said the federation is putting more premium on continuity and chemistry in …
Read More »Pacquiao, Elorde unite in Awards Night on March 25
Future world boxing hall of famer Manny Pacquiao will be collaborating with the Elordes for the biggest annual boxing awards which celebrates its 24th anniversary this year on March 25. Former world title challenger Miguel Elorde, Manny Pacquiao, Liza and Johnny Elorde Pacquiao, the eighth time world champion and an …
Read More »Groseclose arrives in Gangwon for Winter Youth Olympics
Speed skater Peter Groseclose has arrived in South Korea on Sunday, Jan. 14, ahead of this Friday’s opening ceremony of the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon. Peter Groseclose (File Photo/Philippine Skating Union) Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino said the two other Filipino athletes will follow …
Read More »Djokovic bids for Grand Slam history as Rublev survives scare at Australian Open
MELBOURNE (AFP) — Novak Djokovic launched his bid for Grand Slam history at the Australian Open on Sunday, Jan. 14, against an 18-year-old qualifier after fifth seed Andrey Rublev survived a huge scare to progress. Serbia’s Novak Djokovic (AFP) Women’s second seed Aryna Sabalenka starts her own title defense later …
Read More »American Navarro beats Mertens in Hobart for first WTA title
HOBART (AFP) — Fast-rising American Emma Navarro upset two-time champion Elise Mertens to secure her first WTA title on Saturday, Jan. 13, with a battling 6-1, 4-6, 7-5 win at the Hobart International. USA’s Emma Navarro (AFP) In their first career meeting, the 22-year-old outlasted the Belgian top seed over …
Read More »Fajardo, Bolden to be feted in PSA Awards
Two great individuals who excelled in their respective fields will be a big part of the San Miguel Corporation-Philippine Sportswriters Association (SMC-PSA) Awards Night at the Diamond Hotel. San Miguel Beermen’s June Mar Fajardo (left) and Filipinas’ Sarina Bolden (PBA Images/AFP) Cager June Mar Fajardo and booter Sarina Bolden have …
Read More »Que targets record win at TCC Invitational
Angelo Que is putting emphasis on mental preparation as he gears up for a record victory against a formidable field in The Country Club Invitational reeling off on Jan. 23 at the demanding TCC course in Canlubang. Angelo Que Despite not winning on home soil since routing the field by …
Read More »Dilao, Diaz shine in PPS Kasadyahan netfest
France Dilao and Jana Diaz pounded out victories in contrasting fashions in 16-and-under play as they shared the MVP honors in the Gov. A. R. Defensor Kasadyahan national juniors tennis championships at the LaPaz courts in Iloilo last Thursday, Jan. 11. Winners show their trophies and medals during awards rites …
Read More »Ledecky, McIntosh post wins at Knoxville Pro Swim
WASHINGTON (AFP) — Seven-time Olympic gold medalist Katie Ledecky cruised to victory in the women’s 400m freestyle Thursday, Jan. 11, her second win in as many nights at the Pro Swim series meeting in Knoxville, Tennessee. Katie Ledecky looks on after finishing the Women’s 400 Meter Freestyle prelims on Day …
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