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Doromal to go pro as De Guzman still undecided

MANILA, Philippines: Roma Mae Doromal said she will be turning professional after playing her last UAAP game in Ateneo's 25-13, 25-17, 25-21 win over Adamson in Season 86 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday, April 24. Roma Mae Doromal UAAP PHOTO Doromal finished her 4-season UAAP career with nine excellent digs and six receptions as the Blue Eagles closed the Season 86 with a fifth best record 5-9. "I will go pro but you know let's see...

Ricciardo: Stroll "making my blood boil" after China F1 contact

Daniel Ricciardo says Lance Stroll's refusal to take blame for their collision in Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix is "making my blood boil".

San Miguel wary of Magnolia threat, says Gallent

Commissioner's Cup finalists meet again

Angels announcers rip umpires over ‘ridiculous’ call to end game

The Angels fell behind 6-0 but rallied back to make it 6-5 in the ninth. Jo Adell drew a two-out walk and then tried to steal second but was called out stealing.

NBA: Zion Williamson says return vs. Thunder 'realistic'

Sounding more than just optimistic, New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson said Tuesday that it is "realistic" he can return from a left hamstring injury and join his team in the playoffs. It is a bold statement, especially when considering the Pelicans are already in a 1-0 first-round hole to the Oklahoma City Thunder, who have home-court advantage. The Thunder, top seed in the Western Conference, earned a 94-92 victory in the series...

First Filipina world marathoner conquers the Sahara Desert

Under the merciless sun, Julie Uychiat ran for six days across rugged, unfamiliar terrain to conquer the Sahara Desert. Even with a 22.5-pound load on her chafed back, her feet blistering from covering miles of steep rocky ascents and seemingly endless dunes, she completed the toughest footrace on Earth. This is almost a year after she placed first...

LIVE UPDATES: UAAP Season 86 volleyball April 24

UAAP volleyball schedule of games (April 24) Smart Araneta Coliseum 10 am–Ateneo Blue Eagles vs Adamson Falcons (men’s) 12 nn–NU Bulldogs vs FEU Tamarws (men’s) 2 pm–Ateneo Blue Eagles vs Adamson Lady Falcons (women’s) 4 pm –NU Lady Bulldogs vs FEU Lady Tamaraws (women’s) VIDEO: Ateneo coach Timmy Sto. Tomas, Jian Salarzon, and Lance De Castro after ending their season on a high note UAAP men’s volleyball: Ateneo (7-7) ends its Season 86...

Denver Broncos' best-case draft scenario in round 1

The Denver Broncos currently sit at No. 12 in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft and need to fix one huge problem before the end of the night on Thursday.

Potential landing spots for Bengals Pro Bowl DE Trey Hendrickson

Standout defensive end Trey Hendrickson has requested a trade from the Bengals. Who might be first in line for his services?

French President Macron scores penalty in charity football match

French President Emmanuel Macron scores penalty in charity football match. Didier Deschamps and other high profile figures played in the match.

7th) Grealish, 3rd) Silva: Man City stars ranked on summer exit likelihood with Pep ‘wanting’ exodus

Amid claims Pep Guardiola 'wants' a summer exodus, we have ranked the ten Manchester City stars linked with exits from least to most likely to leave...

Who is American heptathlon star Annie Kunz?

UAAP: Roma Doromal leaves Ateneo happy with young team’s growth

MANILA, Philippines — Roma Mae Doromal believes her commitment to the Ateneo Blue Eagles will be her biggest legacy to the team as she ended collegiate stint on Wednesday. Doromal finished her collegiate chapter with nine digs and six excellent receptions as the Blue Eagles swept the Adamson Lady Falcons, 25-13, 25-17, 25-21, in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament on Wednesday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. The outgoing Ateneo captain...

Live NFL Mock Draft 2024: Updated projections, rumors point to Vikings trade-up for J.J. McCarthy, Malik Nabers rise

The 2024 NFL Draft is finally here, and the landing spots for Drake Maye, J.J. McCarthy, and Michael Penix Jr. are all coming into question.

Hamilton blames wind for Q1 error as Mercedes "experiment"

Lewis Hamilton blamed a tailwind for the Turn 14 moment that pitched him out of Q1 for Formula 1’s Chinese Grand Prix in his “knife-edge” Mercedes.

F1 announces 24/7 streaming channel in the US

Formula 1 has announced a new free streaming channel in the United States that will carry race replays and highlights of F1 and its feeder series.

What time will the Lions go on the clock at No. 29 overall?

Draft day is here! As we welcome the NFL spotlight to the city of Detroit, Lions fans need to prepare for what figures to be a long day. With the Lions picking No. 29 overall instead of the customary spot in the top handful of selecti

TNT Tropang Giga climb out of 23-point hole to deny Phoenix

Great comeback for Tropang Giga

PBA: NorthPort slump leaves Arvin Tolentino stumped

NorthPort ace Arvin Tolentino had little to say about the Batang Pier’s four-game slump that had the club looking different from the mighty team it was at the start of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Philippine Cup. “I really don’t know, too,” he told reporters in Filipino on Sunday night, shortly after his team figured on the nasty end of a 120-100 blowout at the hands of San Miguel at PhilSports Arena in Pasig City. “I think our...

Why J.J. McCarthy, Brock Bowers, other top prospects aren't at 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit

The NFL Draft is the main event for the biggest college prospects. While many big names will be attending the event, not everyone will. Take a look at who will and won't be at the 2024 Draft in Detroit.

Brownlee celebrates birthday with a win in Indonesia

JUSTIN Brownlee celebrated his 36th birthday by serving as one of Pelita Jaya's spark plugs as the Indonesian club team opened round 2 of the Basketball Champions League Asia with a 94-79 spanking of NS Matrix on Tuesday at the Britama Arena in Jakarta. The sweet-shooting Gilas naturalized player had an all-around effort of 11 points, eight rebounds, four assists and a steal in a turnover-free game. The 6-foot-4 Brownlee has been maximizing his...

Merril Hoge Rips 'Marginal' Top NFL Draft Quarterback Prospect

Drake Maye will likely be one of the first players off the board in Thursday night's NFL Draft. Merril Hoge doesn't think the North Carolina quarterback is worth the lofty investment. Earlier this month, Hoge called Maye "the kind of player that will get you fired." He doubled down Wednesday on ...

Adam Schefter sounds off on if Justin Herbert gets traded during draft

Every team picking in the Nos. 2-7 range in the 2024 NFL Draft has been rumored at some point to potentially trade out of their selection. The Chargers, who have the fifth overall pick, are no different.

NBA says Tyrese Maxey was fouled twice before Knicks’ go-ahead shot

NEW YORK — Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey was fouled twice before his turnover that led to the go-ahead 3-pointer by Donte DiVincenzo in the New York Knicks’ victory over the 76ers in Game 2, the NBA determined Tuesday. In its Last 2 Minutes report, the league also said 76ers coach Nick Nurse twice attempted to call timeouts that were “neither recognized nor granted by the officials” during the possession. The furious 76ers planned to file a...

Ateneo wraps up UAAP women’s volleyball campaign on high note

Ateneo wrapped up its UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament on a high note at the expense of Adamson, 25-13, 25-17, 25-21, on Wednesday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Blue Eagle Lyann de Guzman soared with 14 attack points to lift Ateneo just a spot below the Final Four teams at No. 5 with a 5-9 record–a much better finish than it accomplished in Season 85. “For me, naging sobrang successful [yung season namin] compared last year kasi ngayon...

Lady Blazers stretch unbeaten run

Six this season, 35 overall. That’s the current streak of College of St. Benilde in the NCAA Season 99 women’s volleyball. The Lady Blazers kept that run going on Wednesday with a 25-16, 25-20, 25-14 victory over Arellano University at Filoil EcoOil Arena to stay on track for another spotless run to the crown. St. Benilde has won the last two editions of the tournament via season sweeps. But the Lady Blazers are more focused on what lies ahead...

Virgil van Dijk slams Liverpool teammates after surprise Everton defeat

Virgil van Dijk questioned the desire of his Liverpool team after a miserable defeat at the hands of Everton.

Daniel Jeremiah gives Vikings insane haul in final NFL mock draft

The Minnesota Vikings get an insane haul in Daniel Jeremiah's final 2024 NFL Mock Draft

Patriots double-dip at QB in 7-round mock draft

New England leans heavily on the offense in this 7-round mock draft.

PBA: TNT rallies from 20 down to beat Phoenix in crucial win

TNT stormed back from a 20-point halftime deficit to bring down Phoenix, 108-101, Wednesday for a vital win in the PBA Philippine Cup at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. RR Pogoy, Kelly Williams, Calvin Oftana and Kim Aurin came through with big plays to propel the Tropang Giga past the Fuel Masters and climb up to fifth in the standings at 5-4. Pogoy scored 23 points with eight rebounds, Oftana had 19 points, nine rebounds and three assists while Williams...

The implications of F1's vote on a new points structure

Formula 1 is about to consider a new points system that rewards drivers down to 12th place. Here's what F1 might change and why.

Timberwolves Naz Reid named NBA Sixth Man of Year

Naz Reid entered the NBA as an undrafted free agent with no guarantee of a long pro career. Now the fifth-year center is officially the best reserve in the NBA after being named Sixth Man of the Year on Wednesday evening. Reid narrowly edged out Malik Monk of the Sacramento Kings to win the award. Reid received 45 first-place votes and 352 total points to Monk's 43 and 342, respectively. Bobby Portis of the Milwaukee Bucks was third with 81...

SCENARIOS: Magnolia, NLEX stand in way of SMB bid for twice-to-beat, sweep

San Miguel's quest for perfection faces test in back-to-back games against Magnolia and NLEX this weekend

Maple Leafs HC blasts Bruins' Brad Marchand following Game 3 loss

After Brad Marchand's third-period heroics helped the Boston Bruins secure a 4-2 Game 3 win and a 2-1 series advantage over the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, head coach Sheldon Keefe was in no mood to praise the rival.

McLaughlin issues statement following St. Pete disqualification

Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin released a statement on Wednesday evening following IndyCar’s decision to disqualify him from the season-opening Grand Prix of St. Petersburg last month.

The greatest first round playoff upsets in NBA history

Streaking NU gets first crack at UAAP playoff protection

A straight sets loser in its opening day match, bamboozled by the defending champions late in the first round. And yet, it is National University (NU) which has the chance to grab the first twice-to-beat slot in the Final Four of the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament, with the two squads that dealt the Lady Bulldogs sound beatings before left in a virtual elimination match later in the week. The Lady Bulldogs have not tasted defeat...

Longtime Hockey Announcer Passed Away Monday At 96

The hockey world lost a longtime announcer on Monday. Al Shaver, who called Minnesota North Stars and Minnesota Gophers games, passed away at the age of 96. He was battling a brief illness, per Michael Russo of The Athletic. "Al Shaver, the voice of the North Stars for 26 years and the ...

NBA: Pacers evens series with Bucks behind Pascal Siakam

MILWAUKEE — As a former champion on a team without much postseason experience, Pascal Siakam understands what it’s going to take for the Indiana Pacers to advance beyond the first round of the NBA playoffs for the first time in a decade. Siakam’s certainly doing his part. The former Toronto Raptors forward scored 37 points and the Pacers overcame another fantastic first-half performance from Damian Lillard to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 125-108 on...

Who is J.J. McCarthy's fiancée, Katya Kuropas? Meet the Michigan star's significant other

If this has been on your mind: Yes, Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy is dating someone, and they've decided to do life together. Per Rebecca Aizin of People, J.J. has been dating Katya Kuropas since 2018 and the pair have b

David Murrell free to sign with Ginebra as deadline passes

Rival teams waive right to sign Magnolia free agent

PBA: Terrafirma boosts quarterfinals after edging NorthPort

Terrafirma eked out a 110-108 victory over skidding NorthPort to close in on ending its long quarterfinal drought in the PBA Philippine Cup Wednesday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Stephen Holt scored a go-ahead layup with 3.1 seconds left before fellow rookie Kemark Carino blocked Arvin Tolentino’s attempt at a game-tying basket as the Dyip improved to 5-5 after two straight defeats. The Dyip will likely get themselves into the playoffs for the first...

Raiders 2024 NFL Draft rumors tracker: Latest buzz surrounding Las Vegas

The latest rumors surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, which begins on Thursday, April 25.

Michigan Football Player Transferring After Team's Spring Game

Michigan may lose a defensive player who was vying for a bigger role in Ann Arbor this year. According to On3's Pete Nakos, DJ Waller Jr. has entered the transfer portal. The defensive back played 11 games for the national champions during his freshman year. Waller joined Michigan last year as a ...

After tabbing twice-to-beat, NU plans to leave it unused

On Saturday, defending champion La Salle and dark horse University of Santo Tomas (UST) will battle for the second Final Four incentive in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament. The result of that match will greatly impact National University (NU). That’s why the Lady Bulldogs, despite being the first team to lock in on the semifinal protection, hope they don’t have to pull the twice-to-beat bonus out of their pockets. “We players...

Hamilton: Norris would have been better off conceding in Turn 1

Lewis Hamilton thinks Lando Norris would have been better off conceding position in their Turn 1 battle in Formula 1’s China sprint, as he had the pace to overtake later.

Ateneo finishes UAAP season ‘better than last year’

Ateneo wrapped up its UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament on a high note at the expense of Adamson, 25-13, 25-17, 25-21, on Wednesday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Lyann de Guzman soared with 14 attack points to lift Ateneo to No. 5 with a 5-9 (win-loss) record, a much better finish compared to what it accomplished in Season 85. “For me, [this season] was a huge success compared to last year because now, we saw our progress every game,”...

Max Scherzer hates robot umps but has hilarious solution to MLB’s umpire problem

Much like the starting pitcher elbow epidemic, it seems as though anyone remotely associated with MLB has an opinion on robot umpires.

COLUMN: Jeff Cariaso opens up about Blackwater collapse

Blackwater's dream conference is turning into a nightmare. Coach Jeff talks frankly about what has gone wrong

Why Norris' China F1 sprint pole lap was deleted and reinstated

McLaren's Lando Norris pole lap for Formula 1's sprint at the Chinese Grand Prix was deleted and then reinstated, as race control manually overruled its scoring system.