GMA News Online · Sports

'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.

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The Manila Times · Sports

Akari takes first win with sweep of PLDT

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

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.

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

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.

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The Manila Times · Sports

LOOK: Akari def. PLDT (3-0)

PVL All Filipino-Siklab Series Akari def. PLDT, 3-0 Justine Jarazeno Player of the Game #PVL2026

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

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.

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The Manila Times · Sports

LOOK: JRU def. Perpetual (OT), 72-70

NCAA Season 102 Men’s Basketball Tournament JRU def. Perpetual (OT), 72-70 Allan Laurenaria Player of the Game #NCAASeason102

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The Manila Times · Sports

Gawilan wins another medal, this time a silver

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

Para swimmer Ariel Joseph Alegarbes delivers PH's second Asian Para Games gold medal

Ariel Joseph Alegarbes swam his way to the podium after delivering the country's second gold medal in the 2026 Asian Para Games on Tuesday in Japan.

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

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…

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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Philstar · Sports

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.

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

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.

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Rappler · Sports

‘Disappointed’ Ateneo coach Alas demands maturity from Blue Eagles

‘I’m super disappointed, but I will not give up on these guys,’ says Ateneo coach Louie Alas after the Blue Eagles’ dismal first-round run

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The Manila Times · Sports

Belen leads Capital 1 past Zus Coffee

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…

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The Manila Times · Sports

LOOK: Letran def. Benilde, 83-72

NCAA Season 102 Men’s Basketball Tournament Letran def. Benilde, 83-72 Denzil Sison-Walker Player of the Game #NCAASeason102

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GMA News Online · Sports

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…

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The Manila Times · Sports

PH bags 2nd gold in Asian Para Games

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…

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Philstar · Sports

Eala shoots for Ningbo Open quarters berth vs Russia's Shnaider

A breakthrough quarterfinal ticket in the Asian Swing is up for Alex Eala’s taking.

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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Philstar · Sports

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.

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Philstar · Sports

Manotoc, Hirotaka gain share of lead in ICTSI South Pacific opener

Gab Manotoc finally delivered the kind of opening-round performance that could propel him into the Philippine Golf Tour spotlight.

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The Manila Times · Sports

LOOK: Capital1 def. Zus Coffee (3-2)

PVL All Filipino-Siklab Series Capital1 def. Zus Coffee, 3-2 Bella Belen Player of the Game #PVL2026

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Philstar · Sports

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.

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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Philstar · Sports

On-fire Fighting Maroons eye solo lead

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.

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Rappler · Sports

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

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Philstar · Sports

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

UAAP: UE's John Dexter Santos, Ateneo's Jay-M Leal handed one-game suspensions

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.

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Philstar · Sports

GCC, SPAS dispute Fil-Chinese hoops crown

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.

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GMA News Online · Sports

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.

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Philstar · Sports

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

Elina Svitolina announces end of marriage to Gael Monfils

World No. 6 Elina Svitolina announced Monday that she and fellow tennis player Gael Monfils are ending their marriage.

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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GMA News Online · Sports

WNBA: Angel Reese's 30 points, 16 boards lead Dream to Finals-tying win

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream swept Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones and the New York Liberty in the WNBA semifinals earlier this month.

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The Manila Times · Sports

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…

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