KBL Finals: Carl Tamayo struggles anew in Changwon Game 5 loss

MANILA, Philippines — The Seoul SK Knights lived to fight another day, spoiling Carl Tamayo and the Changwon LG Sakers’ championship plans anew, 86-56, in Game 5 of the Korean Basketball League (KBL) Finals on Tuesday at Jamsil Student Gymnasium. For the second straight game, Seoul limited Tamayo’s scoring production as the Filipino forward was held to just eight points on another abysmal offensive outing. Tamayo, though, had six rebounds, three...

Colin Booth dead at 90: Wolves legend who won two titles at the club passes away as tributes flood in

Booth, a former striker, won the Division One title twice with Wolves in the 1950s.

Jayson Tatum carried off floor with right leg injury

NEW YORK — Jayson Tatum was carried off the court with a lower right leg injury with 2:58 remaining in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Monday (Tuesday in Manila). The Celtics had just turned the ball over and as Tatum moved for the loose ball, his leg gave out and he went down. He buried his face in a towel in obvious pain while grabbing at his leg above the ankle after the non-contact injur. Tatum scored 42 points, his high in...

Rugby-playing dad hit by deadly MND - first sign was a common symptom missed 10 years earlier

A father-of-three and former doctor has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease a decade after experiencing his first symptom, which he initially dismissed as nerve damage.

Every winner of the Ballon d'Or since its inception in 1956

Carlo Ancelotti makes history as he agrees new job ahead of Real Madrid exit

An incredible moment for the legendary manager.

NU Belles on cusp of title repeat

MANILA, Philippines — A new volleyball dynasty is on the horizon. Reigning champion National U walloped modern day rival La Salle, 25-17, 25-21, 13-25, 25-17, to move on the cusp of yet another title in an emerging queendom in the UAAP women’s volleyball. Not even a third-set hiccup could stop the Lady Bulldogs from asserting their dominance on the Lady Spikers, taking the crucial 1-0 lead in their best-of-three title showdown last night at the...

Awkward moment Arsenal are forced to give Liverpool a guard of honour at Anfield as Mikel Arteta's side salute runaway Premier League champions

After beating Tottenham 5-1 at the end of last month, Liverpool pipped the Gunners to the title with four games to go, making Arne Slot 's side the joint-third earliest champions in Premier League history.

Rory McIlroy sends ominous warning to rivals ahead of US PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy believes last month’s major triumph at the Masters has freed him up as he returns to a happy hunting ground for this week’s US PGA Championship. McIlroy ended a decade-long drought in majors at Augusta National last month with a thrilling playoff victory over Justin Rose to become only the sixth golfer in history to complete the career...

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Kane tastes first title with bayern

MUNICH, Germany — Harry Kane opened the scoring ahead of lifting his first career silverware as Bayern Munich beat Borussia Moenchengladbach, 2-0, with veteran Thomas Mueller playing his last home game for the club. Bayern officially won the title on Sunday when defending champions Bayer Leverkusen were held to a 2-2 draw at Freiburg, but were present-ed with the Bundesliga shield in front of their home fans at full-time. Kane opened the scoring...

Tom Curry defers wrist operation until after the British and Irish Lions tour - with Sale and England flanker set to play through the pain in Australia

Tom Curry has deferred a wrist operation until after the Lions tour and will play through pain in the damaged joint to be available for the British and Irish mission to Australia.

Knicks on the brink of first Eastern Conference finals in 25 years after comeback win over Celtics at raucous MSG

In Game 1 of the second-round NBA playoff series between the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks, the Celtics led by 20 points only to allow the Knicks to come back before losing in overtime.

Morgan Gibbs-White admits Nottingham Forest have struggled to handle the pressure of competing for Champions League qualification

TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE CITY GROUND: Morgan Gibbs-White admitted Forest had wilted under the pressure of the Champions League race with their hopes of qualifying slipping away.

Lowry, Straka share lead at windy Truist

PHILADELPHIA — Ireland's Shane Lowry and Austrian Sepp Straka dueled down the stretch to emerge tied for the lead through 54 holes at the PGA Tour Truist Championship on Saturday (Sunday in Manila), three strokes clear of their nearest rivals. Lowry, the 2019 British Open champion, conjured five birdies with two bogeys for a three-under 67 and a 14-under total of 196. Straka also found five birdies with just one bogey, posting a four-under 66 at...

Alas Pilipinas men winless to end AVC Champions League stint

MANILA, Philippines — Cignal-Alas Pilipinas ended up winless in Pool B after two games as it bombed out of contention in the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Men’s Champions League. Alas got swept by China’s Shanghai Bright Men’s Volleyball Club, 12-25, 21-25, 18-25, on Tuesday at Panasonic Arena in Hirakata, Japan. READ: Alas Pilipinas men falter in AVC Champions League opener Just like their straight-set loss to the Osaka Bluteon of the...

Eala needs a psychologist

Believe it or not. This is why our lifter Hidilyn Diaz won the first Olympic gold medal for this country in the Tokyo Olympics. Unsung hero too behind the scene was PSC psychologist Karen Trinidad, who travelled with us for years before the historic lift took place. More than half of my life has been focused on the development of RP sports, including more than six years as PSC commissioner and three years in my first term in congress as Chairman...

Judo Grand Slam 2025: Golden Finale in Astana

The final day of the 2025 Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam delivered thrilling heavyweight action and first-time champions. Japan, Korea, and Kazakhstan all shone in a celebration of skill, strength, and sportsmanship. Next stop: the World Judo Championships in Budapest! View on euronews

Tolentino contemplates Korean offer

How much traction the offer for Alvin Tolentino to play overseas is gaining was palpable Friday evening, when the 6-foot-5 forward was chatting with reporters at the end of another PBA doubleheader. “Congrats! KBL!” a fan greeted while passing by the scrum at about the same time Tolentino confirmed reports that he’s received a formal offer from a foreign ball club. The rumors surfaced after Tolentino’s contract with the Batang Pier expired last...

Kevin De Bruyne to Napoli, Deal Almost Done

Kevin De Bruyne Set to Leave Manchester City, Eyes Move to Napoli. After nearly a decade of brilliance in the Premier League, Kevin De Bruyne appears ready to turn the page. The 33-year-old Belgian star is out of contract with Manchester City in June and is now seriously considering a move to Serie A. According […] This Story Kevin De Bruyne to Napoli, Deal Almost Done was First Published on Kick Football

Salak now has reins as Akari chases maiden PVL crown

After two straight top-three finishes, Akari is in another coaching change, this time, handing the Chargers to former national team ace Tina Salak in hopes that she has the answers needed to make the franchise win its first PVL title. This development was revealed to the Inquirer by a very reliable source, as the team parts ways with Japanese coach Takayuki Minowa, the man who guided the Chargers to their best finish, a silver behind powerhouse...

No slowing down Alex Eala’s ascent despite early exits

MANILA, Philippines–The wins may have been paltry as of late but Alex Eala remains on the rise in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings. As per the WTA live rankings, Eala is expected to soar to world. No. 64 from her previous best of 70. READ: Alex Eala happy to play part in PH’s growing love for tennis The 19-year-old Eala has been dubbed one of the rising stars in the sport following her historic campaign at the Miami Open last March....

Postecoglou plays down Kulusevski injury after Tottenham's 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou speaks to the media following his side's 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace in the Premier League.

Suarez loss may be overturned

MANILA, Philippines — WBO superfeatherweight champion Emanuel Navarrete retained his belt via a unanimous technical decision over Charly Suarez at the Pechanga Arena, San Diego, Saturday night (yesterday morning, Manila time) after the fight was stopped one second into the eighth round as referee Edward Collantes waved it off on the ringside physician Dr. Robert Ruelaz’ advice. The Mexican was ruled unfit to continue due to a forehead cut over...

UAAP: FEU nears men’s volleyball title, deals NU rare finals loss

LIVE: UAAP Season 87 men’s volleyball Finals Game 1 – May 11, 2025 MANILA, Philippines — Among the 5,405 fans, a group of Far Eastern University supporters brought a green and gold banner with “Braver Today” written on it. The Tamaraws didn’t disappoint, showing no fear against the five-peat-seeking National University Bulldogs to pull off a come-from-behind 22-25, 25-22, 13-25, 25-22, 15-13 win in the UAAP Season 87 men’s volleyball Finals...

NBA: Celtics fight back with Game 3 rout of Knicks

NEW YORK — The Celtics’ 3-point touch came back in Game 3, so the Knicks didn’t. Jayson Tatum had 22 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, Payton Pritchard scored 23 points and Boston easily got its first win in the Eastern Conference semifinals by routing New York 115-93 on Saturday. NBA: Celtics’ ‘inexcusable’ meltdowns leave them in trouble The Celtics went 20 for 40 from 3-point range after going just 25 for 100 in their two losses in...

Barcelona vs Real Madrid TV channel: How to watch El Clasico on live stream in the UK

The La Liga title race nears its conclusion...

UAAP: Degree earned, Bella Belen also has crown within her reach

LIVE: UAAP Season 87 volleyball Finals Game 1 – May 11, 2025 MANILA, Philippines —Two days before the UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball finals, Bella Belen already secured her biggest win as a student-athlete, graduating with a degree in Psychology from National University. Belen, along with fellow Lady Bulldogs Erin Pangilinan and Sheena Toring, marched at the SMX Convention Center on Friday. She called it the greatest gift she could give...

Major update on Shohei Ohtani's return to pitching for the Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani is once again dominating National League pitchers this season, but questions remain about his chances of returning to the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Barcelona 4-3 Real Madrid: Catalans all but seal LaLiga title despite Kylian Mbappe hat-trick in thrilling El Clasico

AADAM PATEL AT THE ESTADI OLIMPIC LLUIS COMPANYS: At the start of this season, the Barcelona hierarchy had marked this fixture for a grand homecoming to the Nou Camp.

La Salle's De Jesus stresses series vs NU not over

MANILA, Philippines — Anything can happen. La Salle head coach Ramil de Jesus brought up an old sport adage -- the ”ball is round” -- despite the Lady Spikers dropping the first game of their UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball finals series against the National University Lady Bulldogs. La Salle absorbed a four-set defeat at the hands of the Lady Bulldogs, 25-17, 25-21, 13-25, 25-17, in Game 1 Sunday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City....

Cristiano Ronaldo sends heartwarming message to his son, 14, after making his international debut for Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo took on the role of proud father on Tuesday afternoon after watching his teenage son make his debut for Portugal Under-15s.

Tottenham suffer major injury scare ahead of Europa League final with Man Utd

Tottenham were dealt a fresh injury scare after Dejan Kulusevski was forced off in the first half of their Premier League clash with Crystal Palace. Kulusevski started in Spurs’ Europa League semi-final second leg against Bodo/Glimt, but was not rested for Sunday’s game against Palace. And there were concerns when the Swede went down and was eventu...

Red Bull on verge of sacking Christian Horner as F1 team identify replacement

He's run the F1 ream for 20 years.

Suarez on losing end of controversial stoppage

Charly Suarez, a decorated amateur and Olympic boxer, came so close to a first-ever world title—until a contentious decision denied him the milestone. Challenging Mexican star Emanuel Navarrete for the World Boxing Organization super featherweight crown, Suarez settled for the bitter end of a seven-round technical decision on Saturday (Sunday in Manila) at Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California. A stoppage right before the eighth round was...

Emma Raducanu falls to dominant World No 3 Coco Gauff in straight sets in the fourth round of the Italian Open

World No 3 Coco Gauff has put an end to Emma Raducanu 's resurgence at the Italian Open, putting on a dominant display to defeat the Briton in straight sets and move into the quarter-finals in Rome.

Why 'scandalous' Nottingham Forest owner entered pitch to shout at Nuno Espirito Santo

'Absolutely scandalous!'

Election winners and losers among sports personalities

MANILA, Philippines — Several sports personalities emerged victorious in their respective bids in the latest partial and unofficial results for the 2025 Philippine midterm elections on Tuesday. PBA star James Yap is set for his second term as San Juan City first district councilor after earning 18,394 votes in second place at 12:46 p.m. with 100 percent of election returns transmitted from the unofficial results aggregated from Comelec data....

Eya Laure urges fans to support Alas

EYA Laure sees volleyball in a different lens through her ambassador duties for the 2025 FIVB Men's World Championship, an event the Philippines will host in the latter part of the year. Laure, who has been enjoying volleyball from a spectator's view as she's not currently playing for a Premier Volleyball League team, shared that she will be channeling all her energy into promoting men's volleyball and highlighting the significance of the...

Eala, Gauff advance to Italian Open quarterfinals

MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala and world no. 3 Coco Gauff of the United States advanced to the Italian Open quarterfinals after dispatching home bets Lisa Pigato and Tyra Caterina Grant in their round of 16 match, 6-2, 6-3, on Tuesday evening (Manila time). Unlike in the first set, Pigato and Grant fared better in the second frame as they came back from a 1-3 game deficit and tied the count at 3-3 much to the delight of the...

The five biggest reasons Caitlin Clark will win 2025 WNBA MVP

Sinner makes triumphant return at Italian Open

(UPDATE) ROME — Jannik Sinner made no mistake on his return to tennis on Saturday after a three-month doping ban, sweep-ing aside Mariano Navone in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, at the Italian Open in front of thrilled fans in Rome. World number one Sinner cruised past Argentina's Navone in one hour and 39 minutes in front of over 10,000 sup-porters at the Foro Italico to set up a third-round clash with lucky loser Jesper de Jong. The Italian had not...

How being a Psych major helps Belen approach the game

MANILA, Philippines — NU Lady Bulldogs star Bella Belen just graduated last Friday at the SMX Convention Center, earning a degree in Psychology. Of course, Belen has been using her major as a guide to her everyday life including her volleyball career. After leading NU past La Salle in Game One of the UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball Finals, Belen took the time to explain how being a Psychology graduate helps her approach the game. "Finishing a...

UAAP Finals: Arah Panique seizes her moment off the bench for NU

LIVE: UAAP Season 87 volleyball Finals Game 1 – May 11, 2025 MANILA, Philippines — Arah Panique made a huge impact despite seeing limited ction, providing National University a much-needed spark in the UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball Finals Game 1. With Solomon being limited to nine points, Panique scored five points as a substitute in the second and third sets as NU inched a win closer to a successful title defense with a 25-17, 25-21, 13-25,...

Mighty rebound for Beermen

MANILA, Philippines — San Miguel Beer imposed its will and clobbered Phoenix, 111-92, for a quick pull-around in the PBA Philippine Cup last night at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. The Beermen unleashed a fiery 34-21 salvo to create separation in the second canto and set the tone for the romp that put them back on track after their 84-89 defeat to TNT a week ago. Serving as a main spark was Don Trollano, who fired 10 spiked by a thunderous...

Pacquiao earns WBC No. 5 ranking ahead of world title clash vs. Barrios

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao‘s defeat in the Philippine midterm elections is inevitable as he’s ranked way out of the Senate’s “Magic 12” race in the latest COMELEC canvassing. However, he has found renewed momentum in the boxing ring. In a surprise move, the World Boxing Council (WBC) has reinstated Pacquiao as the No. 5 contender in its latest welterweight world rankings—just months before his highly anticipated return to...

Jamie Carragher makes Trent Alexander-Arnold prediction after Anfield boos

'Liverpool don’t need a circus.'

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UAAP: Ateneo’s Ken Batas wins MVP despite missing Final Four

MANILA, Philippines — Ken Batas became the first Ateneo Blue Eagle to win the UAAP men’s volleyball MVP since five-time winner Marck Espejo. Despite missing the Final Four, Batas will be crowned the Season 87 men’s volleyball MVP before Game 2 between FEU and NU on Wednesday at Mall of Asia Arena. SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 87 volleyball Finals Batas stood out in the division with 79.81 Statistical Points, surpassing De La Salle University’s Noel...

UFC: Maddalena wins welter title; Jose Aldo announces retirement

MONTREAL — Jack Della Maddalena beat Belal Muhammad via unanimous decision to wrest away the welterweight championship in the main event at UFC 315 on Saturday night. Della Maddalena (18-2-0) extended his fight win streak to 18 in a row with a 48-47, 48-47, 49-46 decision. UFC 296: Leon Edwards retains belt with unanimous decision over Colby Covington The loss ended Muhammad’s 11-fight streak dating to January 2019. “He brings the pressure, you...