PH still MLBB boss, but a Filipino coach is helping Myanmar find its identity

The Philippines may still be the country to beat in the competitive Mobile Legends: Bang Bang scene.

Massive third quarter propels Tamaraws past Fighting Maroons

Far Eastern University charged in the third quarter and never looked back, blasting University of the Philippines, 90-79, in their UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball clash Sunday at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.

UAAP: FEU stuns UP for first time in seven years

Far Eastern University claimed another win against a UAAP Season 88 finalist, this time defeating University of the Philippines, 90-79, Sunday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.

FEU gets first UAAP men's basketball win over UP in 7 years

MANILA, Philippines -- Far Eastern University defeated University of the Philippines, 90-79, for the first time in seven years to roll to its third straight win in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament at the…

Carlos Yulo to get P4 million for golden double as medalists cash in on Asian Games success

Gymnastics star Carlos Yulo once again reaps the financial rewards of his brilliance after winning two of the Philippines' four gold medals in the 2026 Asian Games

LOOK; FEU def. UP, (90-79)

UAAP Season 89 Men’s Basketball Tournament FEU def. UP, (90-79) Kirby Mongcopa Player of the game #UAAPSeason89

Asian Games close after fortnight of turmoil and teenage triumph

The 20th Asian Games closed on Sunday after a rocky fortnight lit up by youthful brilliance in the sporting arenas but tempered by logistical dysfunction and subdued public interest.

Sabalenka knocked out of China Open

BEIJING — Second-ranked Aryna Sabalenka was bundled out in the third round of the China Open in straight sets by the Czech Republic's Nikola Bartunkova on Sunday. The No. 34-ranked Bartunkova defeated the four-time…

New Asian meet adds to Sibol’s busy 2027 calendar

An already packed 2027 is shaping up to be even busier for the country’s national esports team Sibol, with a new continental meet joining its list of potential international assignments.

Jesus Yape shares challenging journey to historic Asian Games virtual taekwondo gold

History was made for Philippine taekwondo as Jesus Yape captured gold in the inaugural mixed individual virtual event on Friday, giving the country its first-ever Asian Games title in the sport.

Asian Games set to close

NAGOYA — The Asian Games in Japan will close later Sunday after a fortnight of record-smashing displays from young stars, but marred by mix-ups, patchy crowds and accusations of mismanagement. More than 17,000 athletes…

Archers crush Red Warriors

Following an up-and-down start to the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament, La Salle completely decimated the University of the East Red Warriors, 112-87, Sunday at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.

UAAP: La Salle vents ire on UE, spoils Toper Lagat's 30

Eager to get back on the win column, defending champions De La Salle University trampled on University of the East, 112-87, Sunday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.

Eala and her peers are in the ‘danger zone'

I WAS not at all surprised that Alex Eala lost to Tatiana Prozorova at Singapore, and to Wang Xiyu at the Asian Games 2026 in Japan. I simply applied “Murphy’s Law” that states: “Anything that can go wrong will go…

LOOK: La Salle def. UE (112-87)

UAAP Season 89 Men’s Basketball Tournament La Salle def. UE (112-87) Mason Amos Player of the game #UAAPSeason89

PH nets biggest Asian Games medal haul in 6 decades

Gymnastics star Carlos Yulo, pole vault stalwart EJ Obiena, and taekwondo standout Jeus Yape show the way for the Philippines' 29-medal finish in the 2026 Asian Games

La Salle blasts UE, snaps 2-game skid

MANILA, Philippines --- De La Salle blasted University of the East, 112-87, at the PhilSports Arena Sunday to snap its 2-game skid in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament. The Green Archers pulled away from…

Silva unanimously outpoints Cong to claim the UFC women’s flyweight championship

SALT LAKE CITY — Natalia Silva unanimously outpointed Wang Cong to claim the vacant UFC women’s flyweight championship Saturday night at UFC 332. Silva (21-5-1) extended her winning streak to 15 bouts after largely…

Despite logistical problems, OCA says Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games are a success

The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) said on Sunday that a near 20% jump in revenue, strong viewership figures and a slew of world records proved the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games were a success, despite logistical problems…

Rybakina loses in China Open second round while Zverev wins to face Djokovic

BEIJING — No. 1-ranked Elena Rybakina was ousted from the China Open by No. 118 Alina Charaeva of Armenia in the second round on Saturday. Charaeva held her head in her hands in disbelief after winning 3-6, 6-4, 6-3. "I…

20th Asian Games Final medal tally

Hoey charges back into Bank of Utah hunt with 65

Rico Hoey shook off an early putting lapse with a scorching rebound, firing a six-under 65 Saturday (Sunday Manila time) to vault into a share of 13th and revive his bid for a strong finish in the Bank of Utah…

Philippines posts biggest Asian Games medal haul since 1966

The Philippines has struck four gold, nine silver, and 16 bronze medals throughout the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, and in the process, put together its biggest haul in six decades.

Bartunkova stuns Sabalenka in China Open

BEIJING — Aryna Sabalenka was swatted aside in straight sets by 34th-ranked Nikola Bartunkova in the third round of the China Open on Sunday, leaving the event without its top two seeds. Czech player Bartunkova, 20…

Eala and her peers are in the ‘danger zone’

I was not at all surprised that Alex Eala lost to Tatiana Prozorova at Singapore, and to Wang Xiyu at the Asian Games 2026 in Japan. I simply applied “Murphy’s Law” that states: "Anything that can go wrong will go…

NBA: Pistons announce contract extension for Jalen Duren

The Detroit Pistons officially announced the contract extension involving All-NBA center Jalen Duren on Saturday.

Medal tally: 20th Asian Games

The 20th Asian Games are under way, running from September 19 to October 4.

Hot finish propels Saso to Top 20; Ardina gains

Yuka Saso stayed on course for career and personal redemption, firing her best round in three days — a four-under 68 — to surge from joint 33rd to a share of 18th after three rounds of the Lotte Championship.

Fernandes hails Portugal's 'greatest symbol' Ronaldo, calls for unity

PORTO, Portugal — Portugal playmaker Bruno Fernandes said Cristiano Ronaldo remains the country's greatest footballing icon despite walking out on the squad this week after finding out he would not start a match. The…

Hidilyn bares high hopes for rising star Ian delos Santos, Philippine weightlifting

From one trailblazer to the next.

All Out Games functional fitness tilt eyes bigger venue, trilogy

A bigger All Out Games (AOG) looms on the horizon.

Rybakina's first match as world number one ends in China Open defeat by Charaeva

Three-times Grand Slam champion Elena Rybakina crashed out of the China Open with a shock 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 defeat by unseeded Alina Charaeva in the second round on Saturday, marking a disappointing start to her reign as…

LeBron puts on a show in 76ers' scrimmage debut

PHILADELPHIA — The 76ers' public address announcer ended a brief retirement over the summer in large part to get behind the mic and do what he did for the first time ahead of the team's annual scrimmage. Matt Cord…

San Antonio Is Coming for Everyone

Preseason power rankings are basketball’s annual exercise in wishful thinking. Every contender believes this is the year. Every superstar is leaner, healthier and more motivated. Every front office is convinced its…

Obiena’s weird feeling

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games pole vault gold medalist EJ Obiena revealed he had a weird feeling after retaining his crown on a rain-soaked track at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium last Tuesday.

Yape named PH flag bearer for Asian Games closing

TAEKWONDO gold medalist Jeus Gabriel Derick Yape has been named the flag bearer for Team Philippines during the parade of athletes at the Aichi-Nagoya 20th Asian Games closing ceremony on Sunday. Philippine Olympic…

Enriquez snags silver in Asian Games jiu jitsu

ALEXANDRIA Luz Enriquez spearheaded the Philippine fight in the 20th Asian Games jiu jitsu competitions, taking a silver medal in the women’s -63kg on the final day of the continental meet in Japan on Saturday. With…

Pinoy booters stun Thais

Bjorn Kristensen fired a brace to power the Philippines to a 2-1 upset of Thailand and a rousing end to its FIFA Asean Cup campaign Friday at Si Jalak Harupat Stadium in Bandung, Indonesia.

PBA expects crop of talent

DESPITE the exodus of Filipino cage talents who now play overseas in Japan and South Korea, PBA commissioner Willie Marcial remains optimistic that the pro league’s next rookie draft in Jan. 2027 will welcome a fresh…

UAAP blowout: Falcons mangle Tigers

Adamson snapped Santo Tomas’ back-to-back run with an 85-57 drubbing to join a pack of leaders in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball yesterday at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig.