Japan gymnasts under injury cloud for home Asian Games

TOKYO–Japan men’s gymnastics team for their home Asian Games 2026 this month includes multiple Olympic and world champions, but serious injuries have clouded their chances. Shinnosuke Oka, who won gold in the all-around, team and horizontal bar events at the 2024 Paris Olympics, is facing a race to be fit after suffering a lower back injury last week. The Games begin in Nagoya and the wider Aichi area on September 19, with the men’s gymnastics...

Alden Richards, Donny Pangilinan turn Preview Ball bike talk into weekend ride

From a casual conversation at the Preview Ball 2026 to an actual weekend ride, Alden Richards and Donny Pangilinan wasted no time making their bike plans happen. The two actors delighted fans after sharing photos on their respective Instagram accounts showing them cycling together over the weekend, joined by fellow actors Jon Lucas and Kristoffer

Shelton-Tiafoe match-up has the limelight as men’s semis take center stage

Top-seeded Alexander Zverev is the only Grand Slam champion still standing as the US Open men’s singles hit the semifinal stage on Friday (Saturday in Manila), when all eyes will be on the all-American matchup between eighth-seeded Ben Shelton and 11th seed Frances Tiafoe. Shelton vanquished defending champion and seven-time major winner Carlos Alcaraz in a gripping quarterfinal that kept even Zverev watching until after 3:30 in the morning. “I...

NBA: Suns’ Mark Williams out for months after shoulder surgery

PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams is expected to miss a big chunk of the upcoming season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. The team made the announcement on Friday, saying Williams had surgery on Thursday and that the injury happened during an offseason workout. The Suns added that a timetable for his return would be established at a later date, but a torn labrum usually requires several months of...

Philippines upbeat on Asian Games bid with loaded delegation

MANILA, Philippines — With the opening of the Asian Games just around the corner, the Philippines sent its “most star-studded and biggest delegation”. With it, Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) President Bambol Tolentino said he is optimistic of the country’s chances in Japan, as they aim to break records. “Our athletes are well prepared for the Asian Games. This is the most star-studded and biggest delegation,” Tolentino said. “These are the...

Vice Ganda, Gloc-9 banner host FEU’s kickoff show to usher in UAAP Season 89

MANILA, Philippines — Host Far Eastern University rolls out the red carpet Saturday with an explosive opening ceremony before the real war erupts Sunday for the highly anticipated UAAP Season 89 following a roller-coaster offseason. New officiating and eligibility rules, including on foreign student-athletes and one-and-done players, will be enforced when four teams set the stage for the men’s basketball competition Sunday at the Smart-Araneta...

Alex Eala makes New York Fashion Week debut

MANILA, Philippines — Filipina tennis star Alex Eala stepped into the fashion world as she attended New York Fashion Week for the first time, taking a front-row seat at the Tory Burch show alongside Anna Wintour, Amanda Seyfried and Lauryn Hill. Eala, who has been increasingly embracing fashion alongside her rising tennis career, described the experience as "exciting" in an interview with "Cultured" magazine. “I’m so excited, I’m a little...

Lindsey Vonn narrowly avoids wardrobe malfunction

Across her skiing career, Lindsey Vonn has made plenty of split-second saves. This time, on the red carpet, she made another.

Xabi Alonso confirms Moises Caicedo out for Hull clash

Xabi Alonso confirmed that Chelsea will still be without Moises Caicedo for Saturday’s Premier League clash with newly-promoted Hull City. Caicedo missed Chelsea’s league opener against Fulham but was returned to the substitute bench for the following game against Brighton. However, the midfielder lasted just 14 minutes as a sub before a recurrence...

No time to celebrate: Gilas sets sights on China after 31-point rout of Kazakhstan

MANILA, Philippines — Gilas coach Tim Cone said Saturday night’s 109-78 demolition of Kazakhstan was the Philippine team he envisioned to see in the 20th Asian Games as the national squad defend the country’s men’s basketball crown. Using its quickness and shooting against the physical Kazakhs, the Filipinos played better as a unit, burying the Central Asian squad with 16 threes en route to the 31-point rout, while booking their first win in the...

UAAP Season 89 officially opens, honors people behind league

MANILA, Philippines–The UAAP turned the spotlight on the people who help keep the league running and support its student-athletes as Far Eastern University hosted the Season 89 opening ceremony Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena. For the second straight season, the UAAP used its opening ceremony to recognize people who help keep its schools and teams running, from faculty members and staff to drivers, photographers and other support personnel. UAAP...

For UAAP Season 89 opening treat, FEU turns its eyes to Super Bowl

You’d think that after University of Santo Tomas put on quite the opening show for last season’s UAAP, the España-based school would be the standard everyone else in the league would match. This year’s host, however, is aiming to rival a bigger franchise. Far Eastern U athletic director Mark Molina, the UAAP Season 89 president, told journalists the school will stage an opening ceremony on Saturday that would be as talked-about as the celebrated...

Alaska Grand Slam team gives FEU no reason to panic. Here's why

Sean Chambers and Milkmen dropped lost their first three games that season

Netflix announcer ridiculed for Melbourne pronunciation during NFL's first ever Australia game

Netflix NFL announcer Noah Eagle did not offer any Australian cliches during the league's first game on the continent this week. He did try to pronounce things correctly.

Fenerbahce manager quits after draw against Roma - as angry fan launches a bottle at him from stands

Fenerbahce manager Ismail Kartal was hit by a bottle thrown from the stands in the moments leading up to his shock post-match resignation on Thursday night.

Gilas recovers against Kazakhstan, keeps Asiad title bid alive

MANILA – Gilas Pilipinas leaned on Jerrick Ahanmisi and Robert Bolick to crush Kazakhstan, 109-78, and barge into the win column of the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan on Saturday night. Bolick, who turns 31 Sunday, scored 13 of his 20 points in the first half, before Ahanmisi sustained the effort in the second half by firing 19 of his game-high 22 points at Aichi International Arena. The Philippines shot 55 percent from three-point range...

Aston Villa complain to refs chiefs about new rule change as they join clubs in raising concerns

TOM COLLOMOSSE: Any player who receives medical attention on the pitch must leave it and remain on the touchline for 60 seconds, meaning their team is reduced to 10 for that period.

Nationals bounce back

MANILA, Philippines — The Gilas Pilipinas title-repeat quest is back in business. Thirty hours after a fumbling opening bow in the 20th Asian Games in Japan, the Nationals restored order via a 109-78 bounce back at the expense of Kazakhstan last night at the Aichi International Arena. With their 85-89 defeat to Bahrain Friday afternoon serving as a wakeup call, the Justin Brownlee-less Pinoy dribblers cranked it up – especially in outside...

Ahanmisi, Bolick star as Gilas Pilipinas dumps Kazakhstan for first 2026 Asian Games win

Jerrick Ahanmisi and Robert Bolick took turns to steer Gilas Pilipinas to a 109-78 victory against Kazakhstan for their maiden win at the 2026 Asian Games on Saturday at the Aichi International Arena. Bolick poured in 13 points during a 20-2 run to open the second quarter, before Ahanmisi took over with five triples in the fourth quarter to close out the game, as both players bounced back from scoreless outings in the previous game. READ MORE |...

Chelsea target Lamine Camara breaks silence on dramatic collapse of £47m deadline-day move

Chelsea thought they had secured the services of the 22-year-old Senegal midfielder with less than two hours of deadline day remaining, having agreed a £47.2m deal with Monaco.

Johnstone or Sinisalo? Celtic boss O'Neill faces a keeper conundrum for Old Firm clash

When Celtic signed Sam Johnstone on loan from Wolves at the end of the transfer window, his arrival didn't exactly set the pulse racing among supporters.

Neville names United's 'best XI' for City clash - and includes star 'they were banking on selling'

United host their arch rivals on Sunday, with Carrick looking to get one over their neighbours again having overseen a 2-0 win over Guardiola's side in January this year.

UAAP: Pido Jarencio-built UST squad ready for Season 89

MANILA, Philippines—Pido Jarencio is entering the fourth year of his second tour of duty at the helm of the University of Santo Tomas. The upcoming Season 89, however, marks the first time Jarencio will be guiding a UST squad that features a roster built entirely through his personal recruitment. READ: UAAP SCHEDULE: Season 89 men’s basketball tournament – first round “This is my fourth year back in UST. In my first years, we’re still finding...

With deeper and more experienced bench, Chambers confident of Tamaraws UAAP Season 88 title hopes

MANILA, Philippines -- Onwards and upwards for the Far Eastern University Tamaraws. Barely missing out on a Final Four berth last season, FEU is one of the dark horse contenders this UAAP Season 89. The Tamaraws, led by Janrey Pasaol, Jorick Bautista and Mo Konateh, have one of the most talented rosters in the league. Holdovers Adam Nakai, Rojan Montemayor, Luke Felipe and Kirby Mongcopa are all expected to take huge steps forward, while Elias...

Yulo-led gymnasts expected to deliver multiple breakthrough Asiad golds

MANILA, Philippines — With Olympic double-gold medalist Carlos Yulo as its spearhead, the Philippine gymnastics team sails out to the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games oozing with optimism as it eyes to deliver their breakthrough gold medal in the quadrennial meet. So confident, in fact, that a lone gold isn’t enough. “Three gold medals from MAG (men’s artistic gymnastics) but from WAG (women’s artistic gymnastics), maybe one,” Gymnastics Association of...

Beyond bronze: Ando chases Asian Games glory

OLYMPIC weightlifter Elreen Ando is embracing the challenge as she aims to upgrade her previous bronze medal finish at the upcoming 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Shrugging off the pressure, the 27-year-old decorated athlete expressed excitement for her return to the continental stage. “I am very excited because I am hoping for another medal at the Asian Games,” Ando said in Filipino. “I am eager to win another medal and hopefully...

Joaquin Tovera makes electrifying UAAP debut

MANILA, Philippines — Rookie Joaquin Tovera made an electrifying UAAP debut as he led the De La Salle Green Archers in an 89-87 escape of the National University Bulldogs in the Season 89 men's basketball tournament at the Smart Araneta Coliseum Sunday. The Gilas Pilipinas Youth standout fired 22 points on 8-of-14 shooting laced with three steals as La Salle began its title defense with a win. "At first, I was nervous, but when I stepped on the...

Cesafi season 2026: Five-peat champion SHS-AdC opens title bid vs. UV

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Five-time reigning Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) high school champion Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) Magis Eagles will open their title-retention bid against former powerhouse University of the Visayas (UV) Baby Lancers on Saturday, September 12, at the Cebu Coliseum. The matchup headlines a four-game schedule as the Magis Eagles begin their quest for a sixth straight high school...

Trinity Rodman supports Ben Shelton in US Open semifinal after he snubbed her in victory speech

The Washington Spirit forward was back in the stands at Flushing Meadows as Shelton faced fellow American Frances Tiafoe in the semifinals of the Grand Slam.

Look: Francis Libiran launches Team PH's Asian Games 2026 attire inspired by Filipino heritage

Fashion designer Francis Libiran just launched his design for the Team Philippines' Asian Games 2026 uniform, and it is full of elements inspired by Philippine culture. On Thursday, Sept. 10, Libiran shared on Instagram the launch video featuring four models wearing his design, which he calls "Malaya." The video was shot in the National Museum of N...

China’s size is Gilas’ headache

There are four Chinese towers expected to give Gilas a headache in their Group C men’s 5x5 basketball Asian Games match at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya tomorrow. They’re a handful and two of them were on the Chinese squad that Gilas beat by a point in the semifinals of the last Asiad in Hangzhou three years ago so revenge will surely be on their mind. The giant holdovers are 7-3 Yu Jiahao, 23 and 6-11 Hu Jinqiu, 28. The other towers...

Fired-up Aryna Sabalenka is out for US Open revenge against new world No 1 Elena Rybakina

TAMARA PRENN IN NEW YORK: After she was beaten by Aryna Sabalenka across two brutal sets in the US Open semi-final, Jessica Pegula could only smile.

Archers begin back-to-back UAAP title bid sans Mike Phillips as Season 89 cage wars fire off

Games Sunday (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 9 a.m. – DLSZ vs NUNS (16U) 12 p.m. – FEU vs ADU (men) 2:30 p.m. – DLSU vs NU (men) 6 p.m. – UP VS UST (men) MANILA, Philippines -- La Salle survived the departure of two-time MVP Kevin Quiambao last year en route to a sweet redemption in Season 88. The Green Archers will hope to do it one more time without Finals MVP Mike Phillips for their first repeat title in two decades. Losing one of the final pieces...

Lando Norris stuns Kimi Antonelli with 'perfect' lap to snatch Spanish Grand Prix pole in Madrid

JONATHAN McEVOY: Lando Norris relit his world championship hopes by taking pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix. He came from nowhere to do so.

Already an accomplished athlete, Carlos Yulo looks to pay it forward to grassroots

MANILA, Philippines —Carlos Yulo, the country's first-ever double Olympic gold medalist, said he looks forward to paying it forward to the grassroots where he also came from. In an interview with broadcast journalist Karen Davila posted on YouTube Friday, Yulo said a facility to help develop young gymnasts is already under construction. "I won’t be an athlete forever. I can’t do this until I’m in my 50s, so I really wanted to—actually, we’re...

Rondina, Pons aim for historic Asian Games gold

SISI Rondina and Bernadeth Pons won a historic gold medal in women’s beach volleyball at the Thailand Southeast Asian Games last year. This time, the prolific tandem of Alas Pilipinas will aim to give the country its first ever beach volleyball gold medal in the Asian Games. Rondina and Pons will make their Asian Games debut in Japan this year, eyeing to add another hardware to their partnership. “I am very excited for the Asian Games. We both...

Ben Shelton reaches first-ever Grand Slam final at US Open as he outduels good friend Frances Tiafoe

TAMARA PRENN IN NEW YORK: Ben Shelton will look to become the first American man to win a Grand Slam in 23 years after beating his close friend Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5.

Under-fire Russell Martin hits out at 'personal' attacks following Leicester City's dire results

Leicester City manager Russell Martin said that he feels criticism he has received has 'become really personal' as he opened up on a turbulent start to the season with the League One side.

Deco explains why Barcelona preferred Anthony Gordon over Marcus Rashford

Stenhousemuir 0-3 Hearts: JJ Williams shines on first start as Jambos book cup semi-final spot

Hearts supporters deserved every bit of credit that came their way last season after revamping a popular Queen song in tribute to the goalscoring exploits of Claudio Braga.

Rangers 3 Celtic 0: Dan Neil at the double as Ibrox men sweep sorry city rivals aside

There was never any sense in Derek McInnes trying to downplay the importance of this affair before a ball was kicked.

Football's most expensive squads: Liverpool's £1.05bn flops on top but where does your club rank?

The big-spending superpowers of world football splashed the cash to record levels this summer, but who has the most expensive squad?

Filipina booters to flash World Cup form at Asian Games

MANILA, Philippines -- The Filipinas will be in “World Cup mode” when they compete at the Asian Games in Japan beginning Monday. According to coach Mark Torcaso, the target in Gifu is two-pronged – improve on the team’s quarterfinals showing last time in Hangzhou and long-term, power up for their stint in FIFA’s centerpiece competition next year in Brazil. Torcaso’s charges, mostly young guns beefed up by World Cuppers Liv McDaniel, Hali Long,...

Campbell: Man Utd missed out on 'fantastic' Welbeck

Fraizer Campbell believes that Manchester United missed a trick by not re-signing Danny Welbeck before his move to Chelsea this summer. Welbeck enjoyed the best goalscoring season of his career last time out, netting 13 times in the Premier League to help fire Brighton back into Europe. But that form also saw bigger clubs calling, with Chelsea snap...

Unflappable Que repels Chan to win Summit Point crown

MANILA, Philippines –Angelo Que was tested from the opening stretch, pressured by a blistering early charge from Aidric Chan and a spirited mid-round assault from Justin Quiban. But through it all, the veteran campaigner never blinked. At 47, with two decades of professional golf behind him and a career forged through countless battles here and abroad, Que once again showed that experience, composure and sheer resolve can still trump youth and...

Fans react to Elle Duncan's 'ridiculous' gloves at NFL Australia debut

Duncan quit ESPN to join the streaming giants at the end of last year as its main sports presenter, and has since hosted baseball, boxing and even Alex Honnold's free-solo climb of Taipei 101.

Zheng Qinwen takes positives from storming US Open run

NEW YORK–Zheng Qinwen’s storming run through qualifying to the US Open quarter-finals has the 2024 Olympic gold medalist finally feeling like a force on the court again. The Chinese star fell in three sets to world number two Elena Rybakina on Wednesday, but her time in New York was a leap in the right direction for the former world number four. A lengthy recovery from elbow surgery last year had been followed by indifferent results. Zheng’s...

UAAP: La Salle escapes NU to open title defense

MANILA, Philippines—La Salle overcame a feisty National University fightback, holding on for an 89-87 win in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament at Araneta Coliseum on Sunday. The Green Archers began their title defense on a winning note but not after blowing an 85-77 lead midway through the final frame and escaping the Bulldogs, who just couldn’t complete the comeback after PJ Palacielo misfired on a triple at the buzzer. READ: UAAP...

Castilo takes spotlight

MANILA, Philippines — Gelita Castilo completed a busy day by advancing in both the mixed doubles and women’s doubles 30-and-above playoffs of the 2026 MIA Badminton Challenge Cup yesterday at the MIA Sports Center. The UAAP Season 75 MVP and champion with both Ateneo and UP went undefeated on the day, teaming up with Mike Minuluan in Mixed Doubles and Patricia Barredo in Women’s Doubles to top their respective groups in the tournament backed by...

'We have to stay humble': Lisandro Martinez fires warning to Man United team-mates

NATHAN SALT: While Martinez accepts that confidence has shot up as a result of exploits in Europe, hosting City on Sunday is not a task anyone can take lightly.