Naomi Osaka makes grand entrance and big fashion statement at Australian Open

MELBOURNE, Australia — A statement of confidence as much as style, Naomi Osaka walked onto one of the biggest stages in tennis wearing a wide-brim hat, a veil and holding a white parasol in a bold opening act at the Australian Open. Aware that such an iconic walk-on could backfire if she lost her first-round match, Osaka did everything she needed Tuesday to bring down the curtain on Day 3 at Rod Laver Arena with a 6-3, 3-6, 6-4 victory over...

Real Madrid tops football rich list

LONDON — Real Madrid stayed on top of football’s rich list as Liverpool outstripped their English rivals for the first time, according to Deloitte’s Money League study on Thursday. Spanish giants Madrid generated nearly 1.2 billion euros ($1.4 billion) in revenue in the 2024/25 season despite failing to win a major trophy. The refurbishment of the club’s Santiago Bernabeu stadium into a multi-purpose venue continues to pay rich dividends —...

Heading was actually a gametime decision for Game 1. Here's why

Luckily for TNT, Jordan Heading suited up

Ageless vets not slowing down

MANILA, Philippines — TNT’s Kelly Williams and San Miguel Beer’s Chris Ross are both in their 40s but from the way they performed in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals, it looks like the ageless warriors will play a major role in the Last Dance starting at the Ynares Center Antipolo tonight. Williams, 43, is averaging 8.3 points, 4.6 rebounds and 24:09 minutes this conference, shooting .384 from three and 80 percent from the line. In the semis...

Man City stunned by tiny Bodø/Glimt in huge Champions League upset

MANCHESTER City lost 3-1 at tiny Norwegian club Bodø/Glimt in one of the biggest upsets in Champions League history on Tuesday, while defending champion Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) also was on the end of an unexpected defeat at Sporting Lisbon. Vinícius Júnior turned jeers from his own fans to cheers by scoring for Real Madrid in a 6-1 win over Monaco and Arsenal became the first team to secure direct qualification for the round of 16 after a 3-1...

Marcos fetes 33rd SEAG athletes, adds to cash incentives of medalists

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday doubled the cash incentives of athletes who won medals in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand last December. Speaking at the "Parangal at Pasasalamat sa mga Bayaning Atleta" event in Intramuros, Manila, Marcos said the Office of the President would add to the money to be given to the athletes as a way of recognizing their hard work and for giving pride and glory to the...

NBA: Jalen Johnson stars as Hawks trip Grizzlies

MEMPHIS, Tennessee— Jalen Johnson had 32 points and 15 rebounds and a key basket in the closing minute as the Atlanta Hawks used a fourth-quarter burst and held on to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 124-122 in the NBA on Wednesday night. Luke Kennard and Onyeka Okongwu added 18 each for the Hawks, who snapped a four-game losing streak. READ: NBA: Giannis, Bucks hold off Hawks to snap three-game skid Ja Morant led Memphis with 23 points and 12...

Once again, TNT shows up for PH Cup finals with San Miguel standing in its way

Chot Reyes found something almost philosophical in the simple fact that TNT Tropang 5G is back in the PBA Philippine Cup Finals, again with a chance to turn the tables on San Miguel Beermen. “I have always believed that 50 percent of success in life lies in showing up,” Reyes said. Reyes and the Tropang 5G have already done the showing-up part. Now, they look to complete the other half when their title rematch begins at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at...

Farewell Aussie Open, hello WTA Philippines

MANILA, Philippines — Another hot start for the Filipina bet, then another cold meltdown. On the heels of her singles exit, Alex Eala, with Brazilian partner Ingrid Martins, crashed out of the Australian Open doubles as well after a 6-7 (3-7), 6-2, 3-6 defeat to a seasoned Japanese-Polish tandem yesterday at Melbourne Park in Victoria. The Filipina-Brazilian duo waxed hot early at 4-0 but lost steam, and not even their retaliation in the second...

LeBron James’ NBA All-Star streak over as starters named

LeBron James’ 21-year NBA All-Star Game starting streak came to an end on Monday after the Los Angeles Lakers star was excluded from the 10 starters named for next month’s mid-season showpiece. The 41-year-old NBA icon, who has been named as an All-Star starters in every season since 2005, was the biggest omission from this year’s event, at the Los Angeles Clippers’ Intuit Dome on February 15. READ: LeBron James just misses historic feat, but...

Rookie applicants with live contracts barred from PBA draft

Beginning next season, rookie prospects with live contracts will no longer be allowed in PBA draft. Marcial explains why

Mo Tautuaa likes the fight from SMB despite foiled comeback

Big Mo knows they're gonna come into Game 2 with momentum on their side

Enciso a thorn on former team SMB's side in TNT's game 1 win

Simon was hot out of the gates for Tropang 5G

Zamboanga Valientes head to Dubai with 'something to prove'

From Slaughter to Padrigao, Terrence Romeo to Demussis, most Valientes players either have careers to revive or points to prove

Revisiting Ginebra–Terrafirma trade

HOW many championships has Barangay Ginebra won since trading Christian Standhardinger, Stanley Pringle and a first-round pick (third overall) in the 2024 PBA Draft in exchange for Terrafirma Dyip’s Stephen Holt, Isaac Go and a first-round pick (10th overall)? Zero. Wala. None. Nada. Nichts. Awan. Nearly two years after that fateful draft-day trade, the most popular team in Asia’s first play-for-pay league is still searching for its 16th...

Fabio Menta makes coaching return with UP in UAAP

SGA consultant is new Fighting Maroons shot-caller

Liam Rosenior gives injury update on Cole Palmer after Chelsea star is left out of squad for Pafos

The new Blues boss explained the reason for Palmer's omission from his squad for the Champions League clash with Pafos on Wednesday night.

PBA: Charles Tiu named new Phoenix head coach

Charles Tiu is bringing his coaching acumen to the professional scene after being named the new head coach of Phoenix Super LPG in the PBA. The Fuel Masters made the announcement official on Tuesday as Tiu takes over the spot left by Willy Wilson. Tiu will inherit a Phoenix squad that has been struggling in the past, finishing in the bottom half in the last three conferences including a 9th place outing in the Season 50 Philippine Cup. Tiu is...

No-quit DLSZ sends UST to 1-3 start to title defense

Jr. Archers gift first-year head coach Gian Nazario his biggest win yet

Rory McIlroy issues blunt message to LIV rebels Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton

RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: The LIV pair have so far refused to pay seven-figure sanctions imposed on them by the DP World Tour since their defections to the breakaway circuit two years ago.

Norris makes bold claim on becoming multiple world champion after McLaren make key testing decision

Norris was anointed 'Autosport Champion', an award presented by Sir Jackie Stewart, at the Roundhouse, Camden, where he was joined by family members including his mother Cisca.

What’s inside Red Bull Racing’s F1 HQ?

This video takes you behind the scenes at one of the most secretive and advanced facilities in motorsport — Red Bull Racing’s Formula 1 headquarters. From engineering labs to the car development bays, the team gets exclusive access to the inner workings of an F1 operation. Discover how championship-winning cars are built, what technology drives the team forward, and the surprising details that most fans never get to see.

Para swimmers Gary Bejino, Ernie Gawilan win gold in ASEAN Para Games

Philippine para swimmers Gary Bejino and Ernie Gawilan delivered the country’s first two gold medals in the ongoing ASEAN Para Games in Thailand. Bejino captured the first gold after ruling the men’s 400-meter freestyle S6 final, clocking 5:32.08 to beat rivals from Vietnam and host Thailand while also setting a new games record. Gawilan followed suit by topping the men’s 400-meter freestyle S7 event with a time of 5:02.39 to secure another gold...

Mindoro to headline Eumir Marcial’s boxing promotional debut

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Olympic bronze medalist Eumir Marcial is taking a firm step into a new chapter of his boxing career, this time as a promoter. Marcial will stage his first boxing event, dubbed “El Puño Zamboangueño,” on February 21 in Zamboanga City, with fellow MP Promotions fighter Weljon “Trigger Man” Mindoro headlining the card. The fight card, mounted in partnership with Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Adan Olaso, will see Mindoro...

Gauff storms into Australian Open third round

MELBOURNE, Australia — Flawless third seed Coco Gauff took just 78 minutes to blast past Venus Williams’ conqueror Olga Danilovic and into the Australian Open third round on Wednesday. The 21-year-old emphatically won the first five games to stamp her authority on the contest and cruised home, 6-2, 6-2, on Margaret Court Arena. It set up a showdown next against fellow American Hailey Baptiste, ranked 70, who downed home hope Storm Hunter in...

Mercedes completes 2026 F1 car shakedown at Silverstone

George Russell samples the W17 at Silverstone as Mercedes enters F1's new era

FIA aims to resolve engine loophole controversy before start of F1 2026 season

A clever compression ratio trick in Formula 1's 2026 power units is the topic of discussion between teams and the FIA on Thursday

Promising young Cebuano woodpusher seeks support for first international stint

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Rising Cebuano chess prospect Triton Blue Ares Garcia is set to take the biggest step of his young career as he eyes his first international tournament, the Manny Pacquiao International Open, slated next month in General Santos City. The tournament is part of the 87th Kalilangan Chess Festival and will mark Garcia’s first international outing after a string of fruitful national-level campaigns last year. However, the...

RR Garcia, Manganti become free agents as Phoenix shakeup begins

Phoenix makes first wave of moves in transition to new coach Charles Tiu

Manchester City players to refund supporters

After their shock defeat away to Bodø/Glimt (3-1) on Tuesday night in the Champions League,...

Thai police mock Man City fan 'found with drugs' after his team's loss by donning their jerseys

The tattooed 43-year-old is alleged to have been found with three methamphetamine pills just hours after his team lost 2-0 at Old Trafford last Saturday.

Delos Santos yet to reach deal with Converge, Suerte now a UFA

There's already an offer for JL Delos Santos but it's unlikely that Rey Suerte will get a new one

Rosenior promises Chelsea will not be daunted in bid for top-eight spot after 1-0 win over Pafos

A nervy 1-0 victory over Pafos at Stamford Bridge meant the Blues will go into the final matchday in the top eight and with their fate in their own hands, knowing victory against former boss Antonio Conte will almost certainly see them through.

Alex Eala stays positive after Australian Open 2026 exit

MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala remained gracious in defeat despite the first-round exit in her main draw debut at the Australian Open 2026. Eala posted an Instagram story of her candid picture smiling, still thankful for the opportunities she’s earned as a young professional tennis player. READ: Alex Eala’s Melbourne main draw debut ends after ‘overwhelming’ scenes “Tough loss today, but dropping this here as a reminder to be happy about living...

Barnes, Raptors heat up in third quarter to beat Kings 122-109

SACRAMENTO — Scottie Barnes scored 14 of his 23 points in the third quarter and the Toronto Raptors beat the Sacramento Kings 122-109 on Wednesday night. Barnes shot 8 of 17 and had eight rebounds, seven assists and four steals while posting his season-high fifth consecutive game with 22 or more points. Brandon Ingram also had 23 points for the Raptors, who outscored the Kings 43-21 in the third quarter and won in Sacramento for the first time...

Chairlift riders caught in snowball barrage at ski resort

Skiers on a chairlift are pelted with a flurry of snowballs from below, leaving little chance to avoid the playful attack.

Bulls match franchise record with 25 triples in win over Clippers

CHICAGO, Illinois — Coby White scored 27 points and hit six of Chicago’s franchise record-tying 25 three-pointers, and the hot-shooting Bulls beat the surging Los Angeles Clippers, 138-110, on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila). White had the touch again after hitting a season-high seven 3s in Sunday’s blowout win over Brooklyn, and the Bulls made 25 of 47 from beyond the arc. Matas Buzelis added 21 points, Ayo Dosunmu scored 18 and Kevin Huerter...

Leo Austria says San Miguel bench must play better come game 2

The lack of production from their bench proved to be San Miguel's downfall in Game 1

Cause of death revealed for chess grandmaster who died unexpectedly

Naroditsky was just 29 years old when he was found dead on his couch at his home by a friend and fellow grandmaster.

Farewell to the Honda Civic Type R

Aryna Sabalenka reveals heartbreak over death of beloved Australian tennis identity aged just 41

Aryna Sabalenka has revealed her heartbreak following the tragic death of beloved Australian tennis identity Duncan McKenzie-McHarg.

Charles Tiu says he will 'run the show' for Benilde despite Phoenix coaching job

Charles Tiu made it clear he has no plans of leaving De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde after being named the new Phoenix head coach in the PBA. But the longtime Blazers shot-caller has yet to clarify the exact capacity in which he will continue to serve the program. “No I’m not [leaving],” Tiu told GMA News Online in a message. “I have no idea [in what capacity]. We haven’t discussed that and have to see what is allowed and not.” Tiu was...

Sporting CP vs PSG – Chevalier after Donnarumma, Petit sounds the alarm

Paris Saint-Germain and Sporting Lisbon faced off this Tuesday at the Estádio José Alvalade in Matchday 7 of the 2025-2026 Champions League. The match ended in a 2-1 defeat for PSG. After the game, former French international and current pundit Emmanuel Petit spoke to RMC Sport. He notably criticized Lucas Chevalier (the 24-year-old goalkeeper), who suffers in comparison to Gianluigi Donnarumma (26, who left for Manchester City last summer)....

Crowd-puller Eala brushes off Pacquiao comparisons: 'Ibang level naman siya'

MANILA, Philippines — To put it plainly, Alex Eala is one of the most popular Filipino athletes right now. Eala, currently the World No. 49 tennister, draws huge crowds whenever she plays. Filipino fans constantly cheer for her, to the point where the umpire usually reminds the crowd not to cheer loudly when the ball is in play. Some may compare this kind of superstar treatment to the one and only Manny Pacquiao, but the Filipina tennis ace begs...

Donaire back in Cebu

MANILA, Philippines — Former four-division world champion and WBA No. 1 bantamweight Nonito Donaire Jr. is back in Cebu training at Omega Boxing Gym’s Camp Kumbati while awaiting confirmation of his next fight. There’s nothing definite on the table but with Donaire setting up camp in Cebu, the speculation is an offer may come soon to fight in Japan. The Filipino Flash arrived in Cebu from Las Vegas early this week. Donaire, 43, was in Tokyo a...

Eala rises to No. 43 in WTA live rankings

Despite a quick exit in her Australian Open main draw debut, Alexandra 'Alex' Eala leaped to a career-best 43rd in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) live rankings Tuesday. Officially, Eala is ranked a career high 49th in the world but when the WTA resets its rankings on Monday, the Filipino ace could set a new personal best. Her live ranking of No. 43 can still change as the Australian Open progresses. Eala got off to a strong start on Monday...

Eala confirms participation at Philippine women's open

After her early exit at the Australian Open, Alex Eala returned to the Philippines on Wednesday and confirmed her participation in the inaugural Philippine Women's Open (PWO) on Jan. 24-31 at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center in Malate, Manila. Eala arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 on Wednesday evening and announced her participation in the PWO. "Yes, I will be playing next week. Im looking forward to it and I hope...

Knicks halt losing streak with record 120-66 thrashing of Nets

NEW YORK — The New York Knicks snapped their four-game losing streak with a record-breaking 120-66 obliteration of the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, the most lopsided victory in franchise history. Jalen Brunson scored 20 points as the Knicks romped to a 54-point margin of victory, eclipsing their previous biggest winning margin of 48, achieved in 1968, 1972 and 1994. The victory over their New York rivals at Madison Square Garden followed a dismal...

Microsoft switches F1 sponsorship from Alpine to Mercedes

Mercedes has announced a multi-year partnership with the American conglomerate

Slippery track adds risk during Nürburgring event

Rainy weather at Nürburgring Nordschleife made the Touristenfahrten session more demanding. Wet and slippery track conditions pushed drivers to their limits. This video shows real highlights from the day, including control, mistakes, and pure focus on every curve.