South Cotabato nips Biñan, gains semis in MPBL
South Cotabato squeaked past Binan Tatak Gel, 79-77, on Wednesday and clinched the last semifinal slot in the MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Sixth Season on Wednesday at the Alonte…
UST spikers try to boost QF bonus bid in SSL
Streaking University of Santo Tomas takes on Far Eastern University as it tries to boost its bid for twice-to-beat advantage in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Shakey’s Super League Collegiate…
Joel Embiid draws flak for sitting out in opener
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The 76ers have a new rallying cry for Joel Embiid this season: Trust the plan. Embiid's absence from the Philadelphia 76ers' season opener against Milwaukee is simply…
Harmie rallies mightily to make Sarah unhappy
BACOLOD CITY – Harmie Constantino ended a prolonged slump in spectacular fashion, rallying from three strokes down to edge out Sarah Ababa by one shot and claim the title at…
Curry flirts with rare triple-double as Warriors drub Blazers
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Stephen Curry had 17 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds before sitting for the fourth quarter, and the Golden State Warriors opened the season Wednesday night,…
Change of fortune for Ginebra or repeat of history for TNT in PBA Govs’ Cup finals
By REYNALD MAGALLON Will history repeat itself or will fortunes change this time around? Regardless of the possible outcomes, the best-of-seven PBA Season 49 Governors' Cup Finals duel between…
Chavit Singson to give Yulo family P1 million this December
By REY C. LACHICA The family of Carlos Yulo will have a joyous Christmas season after all. That’s because seasoned politician and sportsman Luis “Chavit” Singson promised to give Yulo’s…
Kai Sotto shines, but team falls in Japan
By MARK REY MONTEJO Kai Sotto delivered another sterling performance but it wasn’t enough as the Kogishaya Alphas succumbed to the Akita Northern Happinets, 78-69, in the Japanese B.League at…
Carlos Alvarez, Fritz Biagtan set for ONE Championship return at “Friday Fights 86”
Two of the Philippines’ most promising MMA fighters will be back in action this November. Team Lakay’s Carlos Alvarez’s postponed bout is finally rescheduled, while T-Rex MMA’s Fritz Biagtan also…
Japan prepares to support Ohtani, Dodgers, and the country is dressing for occasion
By ASSOCIATED PRESS TOKYO (AP) — Jiro Nishi wore a New York Mets cap as he browsed a Tokyo sporting goods store this week that boasts the largest array…
Former Uruguay soccer star Forlán to compete first pro tennis at age 45
By ASSOCIATED PRESS MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) — Former Uruguay striker Diego Forlán will make his professional tennis debut next month when he plays doubles at an ATP Challenger tournament.…
Celtics open title defense bid, dominate Knicks with record-tying triples
By ASSOCIATED PRESS BOSTON (AP) — The Boston crowd chanted “One more 3!” The Celtics did their best, firing up 13 shots from 3-point range in an attempt to…
Fernando Valenzuela, Mexican-born pitcher whose feats for Dodgers fueled ‘Fernandomania,’ dies at 63
By ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born phenom for the Los Angeles Dodgers who inspired “Fernandomania” while winning the NL Cy Young Award and Rookie…
Ababa stays ahead as weather cuts ICTSI Negros Classic to 36 holes
BACOLOD – Sarah Ababa found herself within striking distance of securing her third leg victory of the season after adverse weather conditions suspended the second round of the ICTSI Negros…
MMFF reveals final five entries to 50th anniversary edition
The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) has named the other five entries to this year’s edition, completing the 10 films for its 50th year. These are: “My Future You” –…
Yankees shortstop with Pinoy roots confident vs Dodgers
By MARK REY MONTEJO Anthony Volpe, the shortstop with Filipino roots, is confident that the New York Yankees can hold their ground and even pull off a shocker in their…
