Boxer Hergie Bacyadan almost quit from pursuing her Olympic dream
Before Hergie Bacyadan disposed of all her three opponents to earn a ticket to the Paris Olympics, she had to beat someone else first—herself. The pride of Tabuk Kalinga went…
American archer Brady Ellison targets elusive golden honor at his 5th Olympics
By ASSOCIATED PRESS Brady Ellison wants to further secure his place at the top of archery history. The 35-year-old American has qualified for his fifth Olympics, first having competed…
Yuka Saso makes headlines in Japan as special edition papers mark her US Open win
By ASSOCIATED PRESS TOKYO (AP) — Commuters at Tokyo’s Shimbashi Station were greeted with a special edition of the Yomiuri newspaper on Monday, June 3. The big news…
Paris-bound PH athletes to receive ‘pabaon’ from lawmakers
By MARK REY MONTEJO Olympic-bound Filipino athletes got a big boost – confidence-wise – as they will be receiving financial incentives from lawmakers before they fly and compete in the…
Fajardo expects a highly-physical battle against Meralco’s Almazan, Bates
By REYNALD MAGALLON San Miguel Beer main man June Mar Fajardo is expected to get much of the attention from the Meralco defense and that should fall…
Cavaliers set to interview Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori for head coaching vacancy
By ASSOCIATED PRESS CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cavaliers will interview Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori for their head coaching vacancy — the fifth known candidate in Cleveland’s search —…
Constantino sizzles with solid 66 for a one-stroke lead against Ikeda
CABANATUAN CITY – Harmie Constantino, known for her come-from-behind victories in her last three tournaments, showcased her flair for a strong start this time, scorching the Lakewood course with a…
Velasco, De Guzman defend titles at PH Badminton Open
Smashing hardcourt action is coming as the bigger and more competitive Philippine Badminton Open 2024 begins on Wednesday, June 5, at the First Pacific Leadership Academy Badminton Center in Antipolo…
EAGA Friendship Games set in Puerto Princesa
By MARK REY MONTEJO Budding athletes will have a chance to shine as they compete in the 2024 Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) Friendship Games in Puerto Princesa…
Kylian Mbappé finally joins Real Madrid
By ASSOCIATED PRESS MADRID (AP) — Kylian Mbappé is finally a Real Madrid player. Madrid said on Monday, June 3, it reached a deal with the France star…
Yuka Saso zooms to world No. 6, poised to book a return trip to Olympics
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA On the strength of her amazing 2024 US Women’s Open title win on Sunday, Filipino-Japanese Yuka Saso has rocketed to No. 6 in the women’s…
Djokovic chalks up 370th Slam match triumph, but unsure of continuing French Open stint
By ASSOCIATED PRESS PARIS (AP) — Novak Djokovic was laying on his back on a French Open sideline early in the second set Monday, June 3, wincing while his…
WNBA upgrades foul on Clark by Carter, fines Reese for no postgame interview
By ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA on Sunday, June 2, upgraded Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter’s foul against Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark to a flagrant-1…
ICTSI hails Yuka Saso’s 2nd US Women’s Open win: “It was magnificent”
The International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) congratulates Yuka Saso on her extraordinary victory at the US Women's Open. In a statement, ICTSI said: “Her immense talent, unwavering dedication, and…
Zamboanga thwarts Bataan; Muntinlupa, Abra trip rivals
Games Tuesday (FilOil Flying V Centre, San Juan) Marikina vs Nueva Ecija (4 p.m.) Pasay vs Bulacan (6 p.m.) Valenzuela vs San Juan (8 p.m) Zamboanga Master Sardines quelled…
Cray bags silver in Canada meet, keeps Paris bid alive
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Hurdler Eric Cray kept his 2024 Paris Olympics bid alive by capturing the silver medal in the Johnny Loaring Classic at the Alumni Field in…
