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Former NFL player, 35, dies after wife's final post detailed tragic last days of long health battle

Kasey Redfern, a former NFL punter who spent time with a number of teams, has died at 35 after a long battle with cancer dating back to 2023.

2026-10-16T04:01:17Z

UAAP: Mark Llemit finds extra spark with idol Dwyane Wade watching

SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – first round MANILA, Philippines—University of Santo Tomas forward Mark Llemit showed out in the squad’s 81-69 win over Far Eastern University in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament at Smart Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday. Aside from wanting to recover from the Growling Tigers’ overtime loss to National U, Llemit had another source of motivation sitting on the sidelines. Multi-time NBA...

2026-10-14T13:46:54Z

Fajardo nears milestone after SMB victory

June Mar Fajardo doesn’t mind waiting another game for a chance to reach another PBA milestone. San Miguel Beer’s 135-105 win served not just as another step towards gearing up for the quarterfinals of the PBA Governors’ Cup, but also put Fajardo on the cusp of joining the exclusive 10,000-point club. His 25 points put him five shy of becoming the 19th player to join the elite list that includes Ramon Fernandez, Alvin Patrimonio, Robert Jaworski...

2026-10-14T21:31:53Z

Delta steps back to give Djordje a more active role ahead of playoffs

Delta Pineda explains decision to bring back Djordje Jovicic and why it took Converge a long time to do so

2026-10-16T14:15:10Z

Why San Miguel's Jerrick Ahanmisi missed game against former team

Ahanmisi showed up for the pre-game shootaround but was advised to go home

2026-10-14T16:15:04Z

Munster to make classy tribute to Anthony Foley in Racing 92 match

Munster have announced a classy gesture they will make to mark the 10th anniversary of Anthony Foley’s death in their match against Racing 92 on Saturday. Friday marked 10 years since the tragic passing of Foley in Paris back in 2016, and coincidentally, to mark the anniversary, Munster will face the same side they were […]

2026-10-16T17:37:14Z

Avaricio, Bisera lead charged battle for LPGT season honors

MANILA, Philippines — With less than P100,000 separating the top three players in the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour’s Order of Merit race, the ICTSI South Pacific Classic looms as a pivotal battleground in the chase for the season’s top honors, with Chanelle Avaricio seeking another victory to bolster her bid and Yvon Bisera determined to protect her lead. Avaricio, who has captured two titles this season at Pinewoods and Summit Point via...

2026-10-17T08:44:57Z

NBA preview: 76ers expectations riding high with LeBron, Jaylen Brown

Team preview of the Philadelphia 76ers ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last season: 45-37, lost in second round to New York Knicks. Coach: Nick Nurse (4th season with 76ers; 9th season overall, 343-293) Season Opener: Oct. 20 at New York. Departure: Andre Drummond, Kyle Lowry, Kelly Oubre Jr., Paul George ADDITIONS: LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Dean Wade, Ariel Hukporti, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Labaron Philon Jr. What to expect Philadelphia...

2026-10-15T06:01:53Z

Anything less than a win against Hearts will make O'Neill's position difficult to defend

Deep in the bowels of the Estadio da Luz, Martin O'Neill took his seat in his media conference, cleared his throat, and tried to pick the bones out of another chastening night in Europe.

2026-10-16T14:16:25Z

Burglar who ransacked former snooker world champion Kyren Wilson's home is jailed for four years

Kane Lee, 28, from Luton, escaped with a haul of high-value jewellery, luxury watches, designer handbags and cash after targeting the former world champion's property in Barton Seagrave.

2026-10-16T12:36:40Z

Messi’s Inter Miami book MLS playoffs with 2-0 win over New York City

MIAMI, United States — Lionel Messi set up a Rodrigo De Paul goal and German Berterame snapped his scoring drought as Inter Miami booked their place in the MLS playoffs with a 2-0 win over New York City FC on Wednesday. Victory gave Cristian ‘Kily’ Gonzalez his first back-to-back wins since taking over as head coach last month, guaranteeing second-placed Miami at least a place in the wild card round, with five games left to play. “I’m leaving...

2026-10-15T03:43:55Z

Mike Tindall opens up about 'difficult moments' in marriage to Zara

The World Cup-winning former England rugby star, 47, married Princess Anne's daughter Zara, 45, in 2011 and has three children with the Olympic equestrian.

2026-10-15T08:44:39Z

PHILTA expresses continued support for Alex Eala amid Asian swing setbacks

PHILTA said it is 'fully behind' Alex Eala 'as she continues to make history.'

2026-10-16T04:44:11Z

Gilas plans Malaysia camp as part of long buildup for FIBA window

It's either Malaysia or Inspire Sports Academy for Cone and his Gilas team ahead of qualifiers against Syria and Iran

2026-10-16T12:15:06Z

Letran downs San Beda, boosts playoffs bid

MANILA, Philippines — Letran breathed life into its playoffs hopes after eliminating San Beda University from contention, 25-22, 25-14, 25-21, in Pool A of the 2026 Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Unity Cup on Friday at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. Judiel Nitura sparked the Lady Knights’ comeback from three points down in the middle of the third frame, powering a decisive 7-0 blitz to regain control on their way to their second win in three games....

2026-10-16T07:59:46Z

Converge thrashes Macau

MANILA, Philippines — Following the lead of fellow PBA Governors’ Cup contenders, Converge gave floundering Macau a heavy thrashing. Just like what NLEX, TNT and San Miguel Beer did before them, the FiberXers were relentless against the Giant Pandas, imposing their will with no mercy in the Group A duel at Ynares Center-Antipolo. When the final buzzer sounded, coach Delta Pineda and his charges got themselves a massive 162-108 victory – their...

2026-10-16T16:46:34Z

Cebu Greats giant-killing run still alive after sweep of Batangas

Cebu Greats continue to be the feel-good story of the MPBL

2026-10-15T06:15:03Z

She talks like she's José Mourinho Irish WAG Áine May Kennedy is Conor Gallagher's biggest critic

Áine May Kennedy and Conor Gallagher have been together for eight years. The footballer has put a ring on it; they share a dog, a home; and there's a baby on the way. In short, they're well used to each other and their roles in one another's lives. Speaking during a new interview, Conor gave […]

2026-10-17T09:57:08Z

Iga Swiatek avoids seed exodus, breezes into Wuhan Open last eight

WUHAN–Iga Swiatek hit a new milestone on Thursday as she stormed into a second consecutive Wuhan Open quarter-final with a 6-1, 6-4 win over American lucky loser Ashlyn Krueger. The six-time Grand Slam champion recorded the 150th WTA 1000 victory of her career to continue her march towards a 13th title at this level. Since the wTA 1000 format’s introduction in 1990, Swiatek is just the third player to claim 150 wins from her first 50 main-draw...

2026-10-16T08:16:55Z

UAAP: Nash Racela rues disputed finish in Adamson loss to UP

SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – first round MANILA, Philippines— Adamson coach Nash Racela questioned the handling of the game’s final play after the Soaring Falcons fell to University of the Philippines, 69-67, in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament on Wednesday. Racela said a foul–or at least, a review–should have been called when Adamson guard Matthew Montebon heaved up a last-second 3-point Hail Mary at the...

2026-10-14T14:31:53Z

Too bad dream RHJ-Brownlee duo wasn't long for this world

What a 1-2 punch it was - during its short-lived stint

2026-10-15T14:15:06Z

Gareth Southgate claims he will never manage in England and that he stopped enjoying wins

KIERAN GILL: Southgate spent eight years in charge of his national team before resigning after the Euro 2024 final. However, the last match he attended was the 2025 Champions League final.

2026-10-15T19:31:11Z

Yulo Bros now in Rotterdam for Worlds

BROTHERS Carlos and Eldrew Yulo, along with Juan Miguel Besana, are set to take part in the qualification rounds of the Men’s Artistic Gymnastics events at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The Yulo brothers will compete in the men’s all-around, while Besana takes the horizontal bar. The men have already started their podium training on Thursday. Besana is expected to compete on Saturday at 6:10 p.m....

2026-10-16T16:14:46Z

Governor’s Cup heads to Bantayan Island, Sibonga for hardcourt action

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Governor’s Cup U18 Basketball Tournament 2026 heads to Bantayan Island and the Sibonga Sports Complex for its fourth week of action this weekend, with teams looking to improve their standings in the north and south divisions. The northern division will feature four games in the municipalities of Santa Fe and Madridejos, with the island-based teams taking center stage. On Saturday, October 17, Santa Fe will host two...

2026-10-16T05:58:51Z

Al Michaels provides update on his future in broadcast booth

Al Michaels has been a mainstay in the NFL broadcast booth for decades but is now 81 and facing growing calls to retire from Thursday Night Football viewers.

2026-10-15T13:39:33Z

Eala eyes fresh start at Ningbo Open

LOOKING to get back on track after a string of upset losses, Filipino tennis ace Alexandra “Alex” Eala will compete at the WTA 500 Ningbo Open in China. Running right after the 1000 Wuhan Open, Ningbo will unfold from Oct. 19 to 25. World No. 19 Eala suffered her worst loss of the season in Wuhan, where she got booted out with a 6-4, 3-6, 3-6 loss to Chinese qualifier and No. 217 Shi Han last Monday. It was Eala’s third straight loss to a player...

2026-10-14T16:14:44Z

FIFA to offer members $6.35-billion development fund windfall

PARIS, France — Football’s world governing body FIFA is planning to set up a $6.35-billion development fund for the next four years, AFP learned Wednesday from a source close to the matter. The plan is due to be approved at its Council meeting on Thursday in Zurich, where FIFA president Gianni Infantino and the 36 other members of the federation’s executive will gather. To finance this development fund for the 2026–2030 period, which would allow...

2026-10-14T18:43:51Z

PVL seeks to build on roaring 10th season start as Siklab action resumes

Less than a week into the 10th season of the PVL, Ricky Palou, the president of the organizing Sports Vision Inc., is already looking at the longer term in sustaining the growth of the country’s first professional volleyball league. “We never imagined it would grow this big or become this popular,” Palou said after the PVL opened in front of a record crowd of close to 20,000 in Cebu over the weekend. “When we started, it was still the V-League,...

2026-10-14T21:31:54Z

British Olympian now bedbound 22 hours a day after ME diagnosis as she opens up on year of hell

Doing small everyday activities such as chatting or visiting the doctors can cause what is known as a 'crash' that can last for months, and in 2026 she has left the house on just five occasions.

2026-10-16T10:16:25Z

Defiant Enzo Maresca believes Man City are at the same level as PSG despite 4-2 defeat

Maresca saw Erling Haaland leapfrog Sergio Aguero as the club's record scorer in the Champions League but they could not complete a dramatic comeback from three goals down.

2026-10-14T23:01:29Z

Leo Cullen believes new rules better for fans as Carbery’s Leinster return confirmed

Leinster Head Coach Leo Cullen has said that the Champions Cup’s new bonus-point rule is a ‘better system for the fan’ as Joey Carbery makes his return to the side. Leinster get their European adventure underway in France as they travel to the Stade Marcel Michelin to face Clermont Auvergne on Saturday, and with the […]

2026-10-16T16:07:41Z

June Mar Fajardo now just 5 points shy of 10,000-point milestone

JMF set to become the 19th player - and fifth Beerman - to join exclusive 10,000-point club

2026-10-14T14:15:03Z

Anna Leigh Waters sets December return for IAM Worldwide Pickleball Showdown

MANILA, Philippines — Wrapping up an action-packed three-day visit, World No. 1 pickleball champion Anna Leigh Waters officially capped off her Philippine debut on Thursday with a grand press conference at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Makati, while announcing her much-anticipated return to Manila on December 9, 2026. Co-presented by US equipment leader Franklin Sports and premier health and wellness brand IAM Worldwide, the exclusive press luncheon...

2026-10-15T08:44:46Z

Man City fans send defiant unity message with a giant tifo of support at the Etihad ahead of PSG tie

The club's fans displayed a giant tifo reading 'CTID' before kick-off in the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain - which stands for 'City til I die'.

2026-10-14T19:46:12Z

Geo Chiu hard at work to make a case for possible Gilas return

Young big man was a practice player for the Asian Games national team

2026-10-15T12:15:23Z

ESPN's NFL announcers Joe Buck and Troy Aikman erupt into argument in booth over contract tension

Joe Buck and Troy Aikman are the longest-running announcing pairing in the NFL but tensions are running high over their ESPN contracts beyond this year's Super Bowl.

2026-10-14T21:16:15Z

When it matters, England choose Pickford: David Moyes insists Everton's No1 is better than ever

Trafford, who signed for Leeds from Manchester City, elbowed Pickford out of the Three Lions XI for two of four games in the recent international window.

2026-10-16T21:46:26Z

McLaren’s Lambiase signing is about far more than Verstappen

McLaren has secured Gianpiero Lambiase as Chief Racing Officer from 2028, giving the team one of Red Bull’s most influential trackside figures. The move strengthens McLaren’s senior structure and frees Andrea Stella from duties he currently handles alongside his team principal role.

2026-08-17T14:02:05Z

Woakes reveals how killjoy Ashes hero Giles stopped England stars celebrating World Cup triumph

Chris Woakes has accused the ECB of 'bottling' the chance to project England's historic World Cup win with an open top bus parade.

2026-10-17T11:46:15Z

McIlroy makes solid start in rain-hit Delhi

NEW DELHI, India — Rory McIlroy and defending champion Tommy Fleetwood finished four shots off the clubhouse lead on a rain-hit opening day at the DP World India Championship on Thursday. Denmark’s Niklas Norgaard carded six birdies and an eagle against two bogeys to emerge as the sole leader after a six-under-par 66 at Delhi Golf Club. Northern Ireland’s Tom McKibbin, Belgian Thomas Detry and Spaniard Eugenio Chacarra were tied for second, one...

2026-10-16T16:14:46Z

Batangueño brings PH back to WorldSkills podium after 29 years

MANILA, Philippines — After nearly three decades without a podium finish, the Philippines returned to the top three at a WorldSkills International competition, with a young Batangueño showing that Filipino talent can hold its own on the global stage. Carlos Antonio Delos Reyes did not go to Shanghai expecting to bring home a medal. He returned with two major honors. Known for being highly competitive, Carlos approached this competition...

2026-10-16T06:53:11Z

Wuhan Open: Top seed Sabalenka falls at first hurdle, bows to Li

WUHAN, China — A frustrated Aryna Sabalenka suffered a second successive early exit as her bid for a fourth Wuhan Open title was foiled by American world number 31 Ann Li 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) in round two on Wednesday. The top-seeded Sabalenka fell to Nikola Bartunkova in the third round at the China Open last week and squandered a 6-3, 4-2 lead against Li to stumble at her very first hurdle in Wuhan. The Belarusian four-time major winner lost...

2026-10-14T17:58:50Z

Pep Guardiola cut understated figure but can't escape heat on a night City will be glad he was there

JACK GAUGHAN: Flat caps became a thing for Pep Guardiola when Mike Summerbee took him to tailors Williams & Gill on Chapel Street after taking over.

2026-10-15T06:16:11Z

Van Gaal insists Man City's scandal contributed to all the suffering that followed his United exit

Louis van Gaal has blamed Manchester City's financial doping for the 'suffering' that he endured in his torrid 2016 Man United exit.

2026-10-15T22:16:16Z

Nine Filipino athletes compete in Dakar Youth Olympic Games

MANILA, Philippines — It’s on to the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Dakar for nine young athletes aged no older than 17 seeing action in the games’ fourth edition set Oct. 31 to Nov. 13. “They are the future Olympians, future world champions and the Dakar YOG will provide them the platform to follow the footsteps of the Diazes and Yulos,” said Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino, referring to the country’s Olympic...

2026-10-14T16:40:39Z

NFL refuses to back down from first France game despite calls for game to be moved amid safety fears

The NFL has released a statement amid safety fears ahead of its first ever game in Paris, France between the New Orleans Saints and Pittsburgh Steelers later this month.

2026-10-15T04:01:13Z

Bournemouth make Euro history as Sunderland score last-gasp winner but Crystal Palace fall to defeat

This was a night for Bournemouth to look back as much as it was to look forward. A night to reflect on how far they've come - especially in the last 18 years of their history.

2026-10-15T20:31:12Z

Lisandro Martinez says sorry! Argentine apologises for angry interview calling out Man United chiefs

NATHAN SALT: Lisandro Martinez apologised for his withering takedown of Manchester United's hierarchy after 'positive' clear-the-air talks with director of football Jason Wilcox.

2026-10-15T19:01:10Z

Tight battle seen in ICTSI South Pacific

MANILA, Philippines — A string of one-shot victories and dramatic finishes has set the tone for the Philippine Golf Tour, and the ICTSI South Pacific Classic looms as another test of nerve and precision when the P2.5-million championship unfolds Tuesday at the South Pacific Golf and Leisure Estates in Davao City. Rupert Zaragosa’s narrow escape at last Thursday’s Pueblo de Oro Championship underscored the depth, parity and unpredictability of...

2026-10-16T16:46:32Z

Pat McAfee rules himself out of replacing Troy Aikman on Monday Night Football

Aikman, who has called games alongside Joe Buck for 25 years, is in the final year of his deal with the network and has yet to sign a contract extension.

2026-10-16T02:01:15Z