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...

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.

Eala falters in Australian Open first round

FILIPINO tennis ace Alex Eala bowed to American Alycia Parks, 6-0, 3-6, 2-6, in her main draw debut at the Australian Open at the Melbourne Park Court 6 on Monday. World No. 49 Eala failed to sustain her dominant start as 99th ranked Parks fought back to capture the second and third sets and advance to the round of 64. Parks will face Czech Karolina Muchova in the second round on Wednesday. Eala broke Parks’ serve after seven deuces in the first...

Sources say here's why there are no Big Dome games in PBA Finals

Doggone it!

Tom Brady breaks silence on dating life amid Erika Kirk romance rumors

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...

Rival coaches Chot, Austria sit down with refs ahead of PBA finals

PBA moves to improve line of communication between refs and teams

PSG vs Sporting CP: Clues about the Parisian lineup

PSG face Sporting CP in the Champions League on Tuesday night. Here are the main...

Sources say Justin Brownlee to play for Meralco before Gilas run

Brownlee committed to play for Meralco before Gilas stint

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.

Ireland have a major No7 issue and England may have the answer

It started with an online piece that caught the eye about a week ago: ‘One of the world’s best players will soon be qualified for Ireland.’ A classic teaser of the genre, it naturally created an overwhelming urge to find out who they were talking about – and it turned out to be Jack Willis. […]

Champions League: Outside the top 8, a nightmare scenario for PSG?

Despite overwhelming dominance, PSG lost 2–1 away to Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday night on matchday...

Inter Milan 1-3 Arsenal: Mikel Arteta press conference

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta speaks to the press following his side's 3-1 defeat of Inter Milan at the San Siro on Tuesday in the Champions League.

Farewell to the Honda Civic Type R

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...

Arne Engels targeted by RB Leipzig as Celtic line up bid for Lorient striker Mohamed Bamba

Celtic midfielder Arne Engels has emerged as a transfer target for RB Leipzig.

Australian Open boss gets hammered by fans who say the tournament is too successful for its own good

Craig Tiley posted a tweet talking about why the tournament's first week 'keeps getting better' - and was met with a furious response.

Look: Jayson Castro joins TNT in warm-ups ahead of game one

'The Blur' appears to be getting closer to a comeback after a long injury layoff

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...

PBA finals: Brondial vows to play any role to help SMB retain title

MANILA, Philippines—As if he hasn’t proven it enough, San Miguel big man Rodney Brondial is ready to show his worth for the Beermen anew in the upcoming PBA Philippine Cup Finals against TNT. Brondial said on Monday that he will take on whatever role is given to him by coach Leo Austria to help San Miguel win its second straight all-Filipino championship. READ: PBA Finals: June Mar Fajardo shrugs off BPC talks, focuses on title “It’s really not...

Strength and stamina required: Qatar's Samla endurance race goes global with new lifestyle ambitions

Sports tourism is a fast booming cultural trend as elite athletes seek new frontiers to fulfil their passion while pushing their limits. Qatar's unforgiving homegrown endurance contest, Samla, is hoping to meet that demand by opening up to international competitors for the first time. View on euronews

Millionaire, 42, who stalked Liverpool Women's player Marie Hobinger handed restraining order

Mangal Dalal, 42, sent repeated inappropriate and sexualised messages to Hobinger on Instagram over a three-week period before later waiting for her by the side of the pitch following a match.

Drifts and driver errors fill Nürburgring track time

The Nürburgring's Nordschleife isn't just about speed—it's about control. In this Touristenfahrten session, witness impressive drifts and unexpected mistakes as drivers push their limits. With tight corners and changing grip, every move counts.

Surfer is injured in fourth shark attack to rock Australian state in 48 hours

The shark attacked the man's surfboard at Point Plomer, around 290 miles (460 kilometres) north of Sydney, shortly after 9am on Tuesday, officials said.

Joe Burrow ends his social media absence to address controversial NFL refereeing calls

NFL referees sparked confusion and anger with conflicting decisions in the Bills' loss away to the Broncos on Saturday night and the Bears' defeat at home to the Rams on Sunday night.

Abueva, fellow alums react after Miller 'refuses to play in NCAA'

Abueva and Co. push back after San Beda star leaves the NCAA, supposedly for the UAAP

Stephen Loman extra motivated in BRAVE CF return

MANILA, Philippines–A reinvigorated Stephen “The Sniper” Loman is ready for whatever the new year awaits. The former BRAVE CF bantamweight world champion has every reason to celebrate, marking both the start of a new chapter in his personal life and the long-awaited revival of his professional career. READ: Stephen Loman ‘back home’ with BRAVE CF, out to reclaim throne Loman recently married his longtime partner, Sheryl, last month in Baguio...

NBA wants PSG: It’s 500 million!

The NBA is set to arrive in Europe in 2027, and Paris Saint-Germain is currently...

Mikel Arteta or Luis Enrique: Barça have made their choice

FC Barcelona are already preparing for the future of their bench. According to the Spanish...

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

Bell rings for all-Filipino finals rematch between SMB, TNT

Tropang 5G the last challenger in Beermen's title defense

Wife of Broncos backup Jarrett Stidham sends message to Bo Nix as her husband replaces him

Denver's Super Bowl dreams now rest in the hands of backup Jarrett Stidham with head coach Sean Payton confirming that he will start in the AFC Championship game.

Chot admits TNT offseason buildup geared towards ending SMB curse

TNT gets another PBA Finals shot at the Beermen with a team that Reyes hopes will be an 'SMB killer'

Cadillac F1 chief Graeme Lowdon confident Ferrari engine is legal

Cadillac F1 team principal Graeme Lowdon says the squad is confident its Ferrari 2025 power unit is fully legal under the new regulations

Tottenham 2-0 Borussia Dortmund: Thomas Frank post-match press conference

Thomas Frank's post-match press conference after his side defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Tuesday in the Champions League.

Real Madrid. Mbappé steps up for Vinicius!

A tense night at the Santiago Bernabéu. Despite the 2–0 win over Levante on Saturday...

The hidden meaning in Naomi Osaka's Australian Open fashion statement - with fans left divided

Tennis star Naomi Osaka stunned the crowd when she walked onto the court for her first-round match against Antonia Ruzic on Tuesday night.

Revealed: The tense Buffalo Bills meeting five weeks ago that sealed Sean McDermott's fate

Sean McDermott was fired following Saturday's gut-wrenching overtime loss to the Denver Broncos but it now appears that his fate was sealed long before the defeat.

He's been found! Aussie reveals how he became Emma Raducanu's No 1 fan

The hunt for a tennis superfan, who spurred Emma Raducanu on to a first-round victory at the Australian Open on Sunday, is over.

Ex-NBA star Lamar Odom breaks his silence after being arrested in Las Vegas on suspicion of DUI

The two-time NBA champion was detained by cops on Saturday on suspicion of DUI, driving more than 40mph over the limit and an improper lane change/failure to maintain lane.

June Mar says Ramon Fernandez FMVP trophy is one fitting tribute

It would be poetic if the inaugural Ramon Fernandez trophy goes to the El Presidente's most prominent student

Cristiano Ronaldo beats Juventus in court battle - and can keep his £8.5m wages

Juventus were last year ordered to pay Ronaldo, after the Portuguese forward had taken legal action, and the Serie A giants have now failed in an appeal against the verdict.

San Miguel aims for 31st championship against TNT

SAN Miguel Beer continues its quest for dominance as the Beermen open their PBA Philippine Cup title defense on Wednesday against dangerous TNT in Game 1 of the best-of-seven Finals series at the Ynares Center in Antipolo City, Rizal. Game time is 7:30 p.m.The Beermen will be gunning for their 31st league championship as the franchise, which has been there since the formation of the PBA in 1975, looks formidable as ever given the presence of...

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...

Alex Eala’s Melbourne main draw debut ends after 'overwhelming' scenes

Packed crowds turned out to see Alexandra Eala at the Australian Open on Monday, but the Philippines trailblazer was unable to deliver for her adoring fans in a first-round defeat, admitting it was “a bit overwhelming.” The 20-year-old was playing in the main draw at Melbourne Park for the first time and even practice sessions were mobbed by large numbers of her followers. READ: Alex Eala turns focus on Australian Open doubles after loss She...

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...

Inside Audi's Berlin Formula 1 launch

Audi launched its Formula 1 project in Berlin and Motorsport.com was there to see how the German manufacturer chose to introduce itself to the sport

Fans fume at Australian Open organisers as record crowds arrive at Melbourne Park on day one

Massive crowds are pouring into Melbourne Park, with tennis officials calling on eager fans to have tickets ready to help ease congestion and keep lines flowing.

At 45, Venus sets record at Australian Open

MELBOURNE, Australia — It took 45 years to be in a position to set a record that has drawn so much attention. So another 14 1/2 minutes serving to keep her Australian Open hopes alive felt like no time at all for Venus Williams. Ranked No. 576 and playing on a wild-card entry, the seven-time major winner led 4-0 in the third set Sunday before Olga Danilovic rallied to win six straight games — getting the vital break in the extra-long,...

Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior responds to Enzo Fernandez PSG transfer links

Fernandez has notched up eight goals and four assists so far this season in what has been an impressive campaign for the all-action midfielder.