Astrolabio challenges undefeated Japanese champ Nakatani for WBC bantamweight crown
By REYNALD MAGALLON Vincent Astrolabio takes his shot at boxing glory when he challenges undefeated defending champion Junto Nakatani for the World Boxing Council bantamweight crown in what could…
Two weightlifters from 2016 Rio Games notified of adverse findings from anti-doping retests
By ASSOCIATED PRESS LAUSANNE (AP) — Weightlifters Mohamed Mahmoud of Egypt and Alexandr Spac of Moldova have returned adverse analytical findings from retests of samples from the 2016 Rio…
Bronny James continues to shine, scores 13 points in Lakers’ win over Cavs
By ASSOCIATED PRESS LAS VEGAS (AP) — Lakers rookie Bronny James put together his second promising Summer League performance in a row Thursday night, July 18, scoring 13 points…
Lascuña overcomes all obstacles, claims PGT Splendido title
LAUREL, Batangas – In yet another impressive show of lasting talent and resolve, Tony Lascuña has once again demonstrated his ability to overcome any challenge, be it fierce competition from younger…
SMB, Meralco to represent PH in the EASL 2024-25 Season
The San Miguel Beermen and the Meralco Bolts will represent the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) in the East Asia Super League (EASL) 2024-25 Season. The Beermen and the Bolts were selected…
PVL shows support and love to Team PH in Paris Olympics
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA The Premier Volleyball League expressed its support to the country’s participation in the 2024 Paris Olympics by having players from Choco Mucho and Cignal wear…
Clippers send Westbrook to Jazz but expected to join Nuggets after buyout
By ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers sent Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz on Thursday, July 18, in a sign-and-trade deal for point guard…
McIlroy, DeChambeau slip badly out of the gates at British Open
By ASSOCIATED PRESS TROON (AP) — So much for the British Open being one last stand for Rory McIlroy in the majors this year. His best hope now is…
PSC’s ‘Walk, Run, and Roll’ to promote disability rights and equal sporting access
The Philippine Sports Commission will host a fun run dubbed "Walk, Run, and Roll" at the University of the Philippines Academic Oval in Quezon City on Saturday, July 20. It…
Eala barges into singles quarters, semis in doubles
By MARK REY MONTEJO Alex Eala reaffirmed her mastery over Lucia Cortez Llorca, 7-5, 7-5, and advanced to the quarters of the W100 Vitoria-Gasteiz International Tennis Federation (ITF) tournament Thursday,…
Boxing fans disagree on ESPN Top 100 athletes list as Pacquiao lands only at 71st
By REYNALD MAGALLON Manny Pacquiao landed at the 71st spot of ESPN’s top 100 athletes list of the century – a list that made quite a stir online…
Who will become the next Olympic legend?
By REY C. LACHICA Traditionally, legends are born every four years, and there are several ways to become part of the Olympic lore. One is to come out with…
PBA explores tie-up with HKG Eastern
Preliminary talks started on a positive note over lunch at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel on Thursday, July 18, as PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial and PBA Ginebra Board Governor Alfrancis Chua…
Taurasi all out for Paris Olympics, guns to become first basketball player to win 6 gold medals
By ASSOCIATED PRESS PHOENIX (AP) — Diana Taurasi joked after the Tokyo Olympics that she would see everyone in Paris. The 42-year-old guard turned the joke into reality; she’ll…
Lee shines in stormy pro debut, wins LPGT Splendido
LAUREL, Batangas – Jiwon Lee marked her professional debut in style, besting a stellar field in stormy conditions to win the ICTSI Splendido Taal Championship straight from the junior golf…
First five entries to the 50th MMFF announced
The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) announced the first five entries for its 2024 edition at the Manila City Hall recently. These are: “And the Breadwinner Is…,” “Green Bones,” “Strange…
