'Super happy and thankful': Niño Alcantara on his love for tennis and being the team 'kuya'
A longtime member of the national tennis team, Niño has represented the country in numerous international competitions. But I would soon discover that there was much more to his story.
MANILA, Philippines -- Akari scored its first win in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series after sweeping PLDT, 25-18, 25-19, 25-22, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City Tuesday. Fending off the High Speed…
PVL: Akari thwarts PLDT's Set 3 comeback to secure breakthrough win
Akari finally put an end to its woes after turning back PLDT in its Set 3 fightback and securing its maiden win, 25-18, 25-19, 25-22, in the 2026 PVL Open Conference Siklab Series on Tuesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
NBA to open season with 125 international players, led by France and Canada
San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama isn't the only reason why French fans will be watching the NBA this season. Far from it. The opening night rosters in the NBA have been turned in — and there are 17 French players on…
Allan Laurenaria comes to the rescue as JRU escapes Perpetual in OT
Allan Laurenaria saved Jose Rizal University from a big loss after preserving a 72-70 overtime win in the NCAA Season 102 men's basketball on Tuesday at the FilOil EcoOil Centre.
Laurenaria comes through as JRU nips Perpetual Help in OT
MANILA, Philippines -- Allan Laurenaria came through in the clutch as Jose Rizal University nipped University of Perpetual Help System Dalta in overtime, 72-70, in the NCAA Season 102 men's basketball tournament at the…
Asian Para Games: Ernie Gawilan bags second medal with silver in 200m individual medley SM7
Veteran para swimmer Ernie Gawilan added another medal to the Philippines' haul after clinching a silver in the men's 200m individual medley SM7 at the Asian Para Games on Tuesday.
Following his gold medal win on Monday, Philippine Paralympic swimmer Ernie Gawilan bagged the silver medal in his second event at the 5th Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan on Tuesday In the final of the men’s 200…
Manotoc, Hirotaka break through with 66s, share lead at South Pacific
DAVAO CITY – Gab Manotoc finally delivered the kind of opening-round performance that could propel him into the Philippine Golf Tour spotlight, firing a bogey-free six-under 66 Tuesday to catch Japan’s Kashihara…
NCAA: Letran deals Benilde another blow, takes solo Group B lead
Colegio de San Juan de Letran continued to thrive despite missing top guard Titing Manalili, taking down De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, 83-72, to claim the solo lead in Group B of the NCAA Season 102 Tuesday at…
Avaricio storms ahead with solid 68, braces for Alcantara charge
DAVAO CITY – Chanelle Avaricio turned in a bogey-free four-under 68 to seize a one-stroke lead over a surging Rev Alcantara in the opening round of the ICTSI South Pacific Classic on Tuesday, setting the stage for a…
Alegarbes cops 100-meter backstroke gold in Asian Para Games
Ariel Joseph Alegarbes struck like lightning in seizing the men’s 100-meter backstroke S14 gold medal, the Philippines’ second in the 5th Asian Para Games.
Letran dominates St. Benilde, takes solo lead in Group B
MANILA, Philippines -- Colegio de San Juan de Letran dominated De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, 83-72, at the San Juan Arena on Tuesday to seize solo lead in Group B of the NCAA Season 102 men's basketball…
Alex Eala to face world no. 13 Diana Shnaider in Ningbo Open second round
Alex Eala will face fellow young star Diana Shnaider of Russia for the first time on the WTA Tour when they clash in the second round of the Ningbo Open, where a quarterfinals spot is at stake.
MANILA, Philippines -- Capital 1 got a win streak going after taking down Zus Coffee, 20-25, 25-17, 22-25, 25-20, 15-8, in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series at the Mall of Asia Arena Tuesday. Coming off a…
PVL: Capital1 survives another five-setter after outlasting ZUS Coffee
Capital1 survived another five-set thriller, outlasting ZUS Coffee, 20-25, 25-17, 22-25, 25-20, 15-8, for its second win in three straight marathon matches in the 2026 PVL Open Conference Siklab Series on Tuesday at the…
The Philippines bagged another gold medal in the swimming competition at the 5th Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan on Tuesday. Following Ernie Gawilan’s gold on Monday, Ariel Joseph Alegarbes gave the country its second…
First PH Olympian figure skater announces return to competition
Michael Christian Martinez, the country’s first Olympian figure skater, announced on Monday night that he is returning to active competition. “Anyway… I’m competing again. Good luck, knees,” Martinez said in a Facebook…
Avaricio grabs one-stroke lead over Alcantara with 68
Chanelle Avaricio turned in a bogey-free four-under 68 to seize a one-stroke lead over a surging Rev Alcantara in the opening round of the ICTSI South Pacific Classic.
Philippine billiards 'OG' Amang Parica to stage self-titled tournament
Jose “Amang” Parica, who opened the doors of the international pool circuit to Filipinos, is in town trying to put up a lucrative billiards tournament bearing his name.
Bucks waive Kevin Porter Jr. as they finalize their season-opening roster
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks waived guard Kevin Porter Jr. on Monday after a 2025-26 season in which he led the team in assists per game and ranked second in scoring. The move came ahead of Monday's NBA roster…
Red-hot University of the Philippines tries to pick from where it left off against University Santo Tomas to seize solo top spot in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball second round Wednesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Adamson’s strong start surprises Nash Racela, adds to La Salle’s woes
‘I apologize to my players because they really surprised me, the whole team,’ says Adamson coach Nash Racela as his Falcons cap the UAAP first round strong with an upset of defending champion La Salle
Scorpions face tough UCAL title defense vs NCAA, NAASCU, UAAP standouts
The PGFlex Invitational Tournament 2026 Quintana Cup begins on Thursday, October 22, with reigning UCAL ((Universities and Colleges Athletic League) champion Centro Escolar University out to make a strong statement at…
University of the East"s John Dexter Santos and Ateneo de Manila University"s Jay-M Leal have each been handed a one-game suspension by the UAAP Basketball Commissioner"s Office.
Grace Christian College and St. Peter the Apostle School blasted their respective rivals to arrange a title duel in the 45-and-above division of the Fil-Chinese Athletic Association Inc. (FCAAI) Basketball Tournament.
Filipino figure skater Michael Martinez announces return to competition
Filipino figure skating star Michael Christian Martinez is making a return to the competitive scene after nearly five years away, during which he focused on coaching the next generation of figure skaters.
No expense spared to ensure Masters' top form for 108th Philippine Open
The management of one of the most prestigious private clubs in the country is leaving no stones unturned and sparing no expense to make the 108th playing of Asia's oldest national championship at the Masters course a…
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season with blood clots, AP source says
PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Monday. The…
Ronaldo handed 30-day suspension after walking out on Portugal
LISBON, Portugal — Cristiano Ronaldo has been handed a 30-day suspension for leaving the Portuguese national team camp, the country's football federation (FPF) announced on Monday. The 41-year-old abruptly left the…