Durant delivers ‘signature performance’ as Nets beat Bucks

LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Kevin Durant finished with 49 points while playing every minute of the game as the Brooklyn Nets rallied from a 17-point deficit to beat the Milwaukee…

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Look, Yuka Saso finally meets idol Rory McIlroy

By Waylon Galvez A little over a week since her breakthrough win in the US Women’s Open, Yuka Saso fulfilled another cherished dream – meeting her idol Rory McIlroy. It…

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Athletes face Olympic ban for violating virus rules in Tokyo

TOKYO (AFP) – Athletes could be kicked out of the Tokyo Olympics if they violate virus rules including daily testing and mask-wearing, organizers said Tuesday as they unveiled updated guidelines…

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Azkals held to 1-1 draw by Maldives in Sharjah

By JONAS TERRADO The Philippine Azkals were held to a 1-1 draw by Maldives Tuesday, June 15 (early Wednesday, June 16 Manila time) in the conclusion of their campaign in…

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PNVF inks 3-year sponsorship deal with backer

The Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) and leading biscuit company Republic Buscuit Corp. or Rebisco sealed on Tuesday a three-year sponsorship agreement to support all of the national sports association’s…

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Getting to know Roni Meneses

By NEIL RAMOS Who would’ve thought? Former PBA star Vergel Meneses’ youngest, Roni Meneses, is all grown up and she is a hottie. In fact, she is among candidates vying…

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Catching up with Claudia Barretto

By NEIL RAMOS Claudia Barretto has leveled up. She has just released her debut single with Viva Records titled “Nothing To Do” and she is excited about it. She believes…

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Trae Young sparks Hawks to big win; Clippers tie series with Jazz

LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Trae Young poured in 25 points and added 18 assists as the Atlanta Hawks rallied Monday to beat the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 4 of their…

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Consistency holds key to Obiena’s success in Tokyo Games

By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Consistency is the key as far as coach Emerson Obiena is concerned when his son, pole vaulter EJ Obiena, seeks a podium finish in the Tokyo Olympics…

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Saso, 2 other PH golfers fancied in Tokyo; Juvic doubtful for British Open

By Waylon Galvez When golf action starts in the Tokyo Olympics next month, Filipino golfers Juvic Pagunsan, Bianca Pagdanganan and Yuka Saso will not be there for a picnic. The…

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Gilas, South Korea renew rivalry at Asia Cup Qualifiers

By JONAS TERRADO Games Wednesday (AUF Sports and Cultural Center) 2:30 p.m. - Japan vs China 6:30 p.m. - Philippines vs South Korea Gilas Pilipinas finally resumes its campaign in…

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Nets’ Kyrie Irving out of Game 5

NEW YORK (AFP) – Kyrie Irving has been ruled out of the Brooklyn Nets' crucial game five of their NBA playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks after suffering a sprained…

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‘Amazing Earth’ celebrates third anniversary with a bang

Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes is to explore more uncharted territories in an effort to discover fascinating stories as told through the work of local heroes in the three-part anniversary special of…

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