PBA: Magnolia clinches Group B top seed as young guns fire away vs. Rain or Shine
Magnolia had the luxury of resting its usual stars as its young guns stepped up to lead the Hotshots to a 107-103 takedown of Rain or Shine in the PBA Season 50 Governors' Cup.
The Magnolia Hotshots secured the top seed of Group B play after squeaking past the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters, 107-103, in the PBA Governors’ Cup Wednesday night at the Ynares Center here.
Formula 1 star Perez considers early retirement amid Cadillac project
MEXICO CITY — Sergio “Checo” Pérez has been back in Formula 1 for less than a season and is already contemplating retirement. The Mexican driver said Tuesday that bringing Cadillac into a leading role in the sport’s top…
MANILA, Philippines -- Veejay Pre took charge in second overtime to lift University of the Philippines past University of Santo Tomas, 103-101, in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament at the Mall of Asia Arena…
UAAP: Veejay Pre drops career-high 30 points as UP outlasts UST in 2OT
Veejay Pre erupted for a career-high 30 points to lead the University of the Philippines past the University of Santo Tomas, 103-101, in double overtime in the UAAP Season 89 men"s basketball tournament.
Pre takes charge in double-overtime as Maroons outlast Tigers to seize solo lead
Veejay Pre scored 12 of his 30 points in the first and second overtime periods to carry University of the Philippines over University of Santo Tomas, 103-101, in their UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball clash Wednesday…
PBA: George King seals San Miguel's 20-point comeback vs. NLEX
George King put the punctuation to San Miguel's 135-133 come-from-behind win over first-round tormentor NLEX in the PBA Season 50 Governors' Cup on Wednesday at the Ynares Center Antipolo.
Beermen erase 20-point deficit to escape Road Warriors
San Miguel came from 20 points down in the fourth quarter to complete a come-from-behind win over the NLEX Road Warriors, 135-133, in their PBA Governors’ Cup matchup Wednesday evening at the Ynares Center here.
Onic survives TNC scare in tight MPL PH Season 18 play-ins showdown
Onic Philippines survived a major scare from TNC Pro Team, escaping with a nail-biting 3-2 victory in the MPL Philippines Season 18 play-ins on Wednesday at the Philsports Arena.
Grace Christian, St. Peter begin battle for FCAAI hoops supremacy
They may be the defending champions, but Grace Christian College is wary of the St. Peter the Apostle School squad that will try to take the Fil-Chi Athletic Association Inc. (FCAAI) 45-and-above title from them.
MANILA, Philippines -- De La Salle University foiled University of the East in overtime, 97-88, at the Mall of Asia Arena Wednesday to snap a 2-game losing skid in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament. Joaquin…
UAAP: La Salle outlasts UE in OT to open second-round campaign
De La Salle University survived a late comeback from the University of the East, 97-88, in overtime to open its second-round campaign in the UAAP Season 89 men"s basketball tournament.
The La Salle Green Archers fell behind but recovered just in time against the University of the East Red Warriors, 97-88, in overtime to start off the second round of the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament…
Over 20,000 tickets to Eala’s Philippine exhibition sold so far — organizers
Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala voiced excitement to compete in front of the home crowd in December this year, as she is set to take on Indonesia’s Janice Tjen in a one-day tennis exhibition event.
Uy ignites, Lee closes strong, Avaricio survives as South Pacific race explodes
DAVAO CITY, Philippines – Daniella Uy rediscovered her scoring touch, Tiffany Lee kept her winning momentum rolling, and Chanelle Avaricio fought to contain a late-round unraveling. Three contrasting finishes, one…
Song bounces back from blunder, surges ahead with 65 as Manotoc, Ramos lurk
DAVAO CITY, Philippines – Lee Song turned an early eagle and a blistering birdie run into a bogey-free 65, storming to the outright lead in the ICTSI South Pacific Classic on Wednesday and edging Gab Manotoc by one…
NBA: Warriors, Lakers set to take California rivalry into a new era
Golden State star Stephen Curry is expected to play in the Warriors' season opener against the host Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday after receiving a brief injury scare over the weekend.
LeBron James talks smack with Knicks fans, drops 14 points in victorious 76ers debut
NEW YORK — LeBron James got the business from Knicks fans still gloating and riding an emotional high from an NBA championship banner celebration. As he stepped to the free-throw line for the Philadelphia 76ers early in…
Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder roll past Spurs 116-104 in first matchup since conference finals defeat
SAN ANTONIO — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 32 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder opened their season with a 116-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, the team that ended their dreams of a title defense last season…
Pedro Taduran to defend IBF belt vs. unbeaten Spanish challenger
Reigning IBF minimumweight king Pedro “Kid Heneral” Taduran will put his world title on the line on November 8 (Philippine time) as he takes on undefeated Spanish challenger Brandon Moreno in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Who is Diana Shnaider? Alex Eala's second-round foe at Ningbo Open
Alex Eala will look to keep her Ningbo Open campaign rolling, but standing in her way is Russian powerhouse Diana Shnaider in their second-round showdown set on Wednesday at the Ningbo Tennis Center.
NBA: Thunder withstand Spurs rally in Western Conference finals rematch
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 32 points as the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder built a huge first-half lead and held on for a 116-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday in the season opener between last…
Division titles at stake in SMART/MVP PTA-PTL taekwondo tilt
After months of intense and exciting action, the Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA) will conclude its 2026 SMART/MVP Sports Foundation Philippine Taekwondo League (PTL) this weekend.
Japan win men's team gold at world gymnastics championships
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands — Japan won the men's team title at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Rotterdam on Tuesday, with Daiki Hashimoto producing a standout display as he helped his country finish ahead of…
Tyrese Maxey scored a game-high 28 points Tuesday night for the visiting Philadelphia 76ers, who spoiled the New York Knicks' ring and banner-raising ceremony with a 106-100 victory in the season opener for both teams.
Pistons rally to beat Celtics in NBA 2026-27 season opener
NEW YORK — Duncan Robinson scored 21 points to spark a fierce second-half fightback and the Detroit Pistons beat visiting Boston 121-113 on Tuesday in the opening game of the 2026-27 NBA season. Cade Cunningham and…
Yulo on hugging, kissing vault table: You have to be nice
MANILA, Philippines — Olympic and Asian Games champion Carlos Yulo said that gymnasts have to be “nice” when asked why he always hugs or kisses the table used during vault events. He is set to take part in the finals of…
NBA: LeBron James begins 76ers era in hostile NYC territory
LeBron James made his Philadelphia debut against the Knicks in New York's hostile territory on Tuesday, looking to deliver a title to the long-suffering 76ers in his record-extending 24th season before the clock runs…