Alex Eala: 'My net game is in the process of improvement'
Throughout the 2026 season, notable improvements have been visible in Eala's court coverage, particularly her volleys and net play. Alex Eala shared that she is actively working on her net game, acknowledging it as an…
PARIS, France — Alexander Zverev made a losing start to his reign as world number one on Wednesday as the two-time Grand Slam champion went down 7-6 (7/5), 6-2 to an inspired Lorenzo Musetti at the Paris Masters…
Red-hot Maroons skin Falcons for sixth straight win
University of the Philippines tightened its grip on the top spot of the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament after grounding the Adamson Soaring Falcons, 82-70, Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
UAAP: UP extends winning streak to six, strengthens hold on top spot with win over Adamson
The University of the Philippines solidified its hold on the top spot in the UAAP Season 89 men"s basketball tournament after defeating Adamson University, 82-70, on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
MANILA, Philippines -- University of the Philippines surged to its sixth straight win in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament after clipping Adamson University, 82-70, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum Wednesday…
Who is Tereza Valentova? Alex Eala's Hong Kong Open second round foe
Alexandra Eala will have a familiar obstacle to overcome in her bid to advance to the Hong Kong Open quarterfinals, with Czech teenager Tereza Valentova standing in her way once again.
Nadal opens up on fatherhood, playing Vegas and possible exhibition with Federer in AP interview
ROME — It turns out that winning 22 Grand Slam titles and a record 14 French Open trophies doesn't make putting the kids to bed any easier. Rafael Nadal made that clear when he showed up slightly after the appointed…
UAAP: FEU eliminates UE from Final Four contention
Far Eastern University (FEU) defeated the University of the East (UE), 94-83, to officially eliminate the Red Warriors from Final Four contention in the UAAP Season 89 men"s basketball tournament on Wednesday.
MANILA, Philippines -- Far Eastern University took its second straight win and booted out University of the East from Final Four contention with a 94-83 victory in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball second round at the…
Rybakina and Sabalenka to lead season-ending WTA Finals groups at Indian Wells
INDIAN WELLS, California — Top-ranked Elena Rybakina and world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka head their respective singles groups for the WTA Finals, with Americans Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula landing in the same group. The…
Far Eastern University strengthened its bid for a UAAP Season 89 Final Four berth after turning back University of the East Red, 94-83, Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Djokovic overcomes scare late in 2nd set to beat Vacherot in Paris Masters 1st round
PARIS, France — Record seven-time champion Novak Djokovic overcame a scare late in the second set to beat big-serving Valentin Vacherot 6-7 (5), 7-5, 6-1 in the first round of the Paris Masters on Tuesday. The men's…
NCAA: T-Mc Ongotan at 90% recovery as Arellano pushes for No. 2 spot
Arellano University could be getting one of their key weapons back at full strength just in time for the crucial stretch of the NCAA Season 102, where the Chiefs are eyeing to clinch the No. 2 spot in Group B.
Eala tries to counter Czech curse, faces Valentova for Hong Kong Open quarters slot
A second straight quarterfinal berth is at stake as Alex Eala tries to finally score one on Czech ace Tereza Valentova in the WTA250 Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open at the Victoria Park Tennis Stadium.
Mandaue set to host Dagan Cebu 2026 half marathon on Nov. 29
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines — More than 6,000 runners are expected to join "Dagan Cebu 2026" brings its 21-kilometer (21K) half marathon to the city on Nov. 29. Kathyleen Javier, founder and owner of KNC Entertainment…
Siargao gets 5G boost as Smart backs WSL surf tilt
Smart is further enhancing its 5G coverage and capacity in key areas of Siargao Island in time for the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour event at Cloud 9 in General Luna, the island’s premier surfing spot.
Gregorio: Siargao WSL stop a historic breakthrough for Philippine sports
SIARGAO, Philippines — Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman Patrick “Pato” Gregorio believes hosting the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour at Cloud 9 is a major breakthrough for Philippine sports, opening…
AFAD gears up for Firearms and Ammunition Expo, promotes responsible gun ownership
MANILA, Philippines — The Association of Firearms and Ammunition Dealers of the Philippines (AFAD) is set to hold Part 2 of its 32nd Defense and Sporting Arms Show on November 18–22 at the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall…
Ordizo takes down Vietnamese WGM in breakthrough win at ASEAN+ chess tilt
The 18-year-old Alaminos, Pangasinan native delivered possibly the biggest victory of her young life — against Woman Grandmaster Hoang Thi Bao of Vietnam.
Vermosa sets the stage for Sun Life’s active lifestyle advocacy
MANILA, Philippines — The Ayala Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus, Cavite, will take center stage as the venue for the inaugural Sun Life Bike and Run on Sunday (Nov. 8), bringing together cyclists, runners and families for a…
Alex Eala meets previous foe Tereza Valentova in Hong Kong Tennis Open second round
Alexandra Eala will look to settle some unfinished business against Tereza Valentova when the Filipina and the Czech clash for the third time in their careers in the Hong Kong Open second round.
Second part of Defense and Sporting Arms Show slated Nov. 18-22
The Association of Firearms and Ammunition Dealers of the Philippines (AFAD) is set to hold Part 2 of its 32nd Defense and Sporting Arms Show from November 18-22 at the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City.
The Nxled Chameleons have started to evolve to what they have aspired for so long — a team ready to claim their breakthrough Premier Volleyball League championship.
NBA: Luka Doncic believes in Lakers' passing in trip to Sacramento
The Sacramento Kings would like to see success on the road carry over to the start of a seven-game homestand when they host Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night.
Arca, Canino off to good start in 7th Asean chessfest
Mindanao's biggest hope for a grandmaster title Christian Gian Carlo Arca of Zamboanga City and Ruelle Canino of Cagayan de Oro City were off to a good start in the 7th Asean Individual Chess Championships being hosted…
Ardina salvages 72 as Filipinas waver in LPGA-Q Series opener
Dottie Ardina battled back from early setbacks to salvage an even-par 72 and secure a share of 40th place. But her fellow Filipinas found themselves facing an uphill battle.
‘Fire in their eyes’: Beermen live to fight another day vs Gin Kings
With their backs against the wall, the San Miguel Beermen showcased resiliency to extend their best-of-five quarterfinal series against Barangay Ginebra.
Asian Cup postponed until late 2027 due to attacks on Saudi Arabia
The Asian Cup has been postponed from early 2027 to December next year, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said on Tuesday following attacks on hosts Saudi Arabia by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi movement.
WTA roundup: Sorana Cirstea survives marathon in Hong Kong Tennis Open
Top-seeded Sorana Cirstea survived a three-hour, 10-minute test from Maria Timofeeva of Uzbekistan, pulling out a 7-6 (6), 1-6, 7-5 victory Tuesday in the first round of the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open.
SMART/MVPSF JPE national age group taekwondo set at Ninoy
Coming off a breakthrough showing at the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, the Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA) will stage the 2026 SMART/MVP Sports Foundation JPE National Age Group Taekwondo Championships…
Tenerife striker Jesus De Miguel dies after collision in match
Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel died on Tuesday at the age of 30, a day after suffering a cardiac arrest following a collision during a match, the Spanish second-tier club said.
Angel Polo finishes fifth in Youth Olympic Games wushu
DAKAR, Senegal — Angel Polo poured everything she had for a remarkable 9.250-point performance in Taijiquan, but it wasn’t enough for a podium finish in women’s Taijiquan combined of wushu in the 4th YOG at the Dakar…
Eala looks to finally solve Valentova puzzle in Hong Kong QF bid
MANILA, Philippines — Seeking a quarterfinal spot at the WTA 250 Hong Kong Open, Filipino sensation Alex Eala looks to finally solve the puzzle that is Czech Tereza Valentova on Thursday. The time and court assignment…
Djokovic becomes oldest Paris Masters match winner, keeps ATP Finals hopes alive
Record seven-time Paris Masters champion Novak Djokovic became the oldest match winner in the tournament's history on Tuesday, beating Monaco's Valentin Vacherot 6-7(5) 7-5 6-1 in the opening round to keep alive his…