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Alas Pilipinas braces for tough match against defending Champ Thailand

BANGKOK — Alas Pilipinas faces a daunting task of pulling off a shocker against powerhouse Thailand to set the tone for its podium aspirations in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games women’s volleyball competition on Thursday at the Huamark Indoor Stadium. The Filipina spikers’ early acid test in Pool A in hostile territory begins at 6:30 p.m. (Manila time). Alas head coach Jorge Souza De Brito admits his team has a mountain to scale to bring down the...

2025-12-10T08:29:45Z

Gilas Pilipinas coach Norman Black navigates SEA Games prep amid roster issues

MANILA, Philippines -- GIVEN a choice, Gilas Pilipinas coach Norman Black would have wanted to lock his players in for a few days in a training camp, similar to what coach Tim Cone has done in the past as he prepares the national squad for a FIBA tournament. But the last-minute changes to his roster owing to how Southeast Asian Games host Thailand handled the eligibility rules on players, provided little window for Black to do what is needed in...

2025-12-10T08:29:44Z

Gareth Bale reveals the real reason he retired as former Spurs star opens up on family emergency

The Wales legend, who is his nation's most-capped player of all time and record goalscorer, stunned the footballing world when he announced that he would be hanging up his boots in January 2023.

2025-12-09T16:46:19Z

Pablo doesn't back down from trying his luck vs red-hot Alarcon

La Salle big stepped up to the plate in defending UP three-level scorer

2025-12-10T16:15:11Z

Ginebra rolls past Blackwater to strengthen QF bid

MANILA, Philippines —Barangay Ginebra played with a great sense of urgency as it blasted Blackwater, 103-85, to strengthen its quarterfinal bid in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup on Wednesday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo. The Gin Kings pulled away for good from a tight first quarter after outgunning the Bossing, 40-20 in the second period to grab a sizeable 63-42 halftime lead. Ginebra took control of the game the rest of the way to pull...

2025-12-10T14:59:44Z

Topex sees shades of this clutch Bedan in Cortez. Find out who

Coach Robinson goes from getting killed by a Red Lion to getting to live because of a former Bedan

2025-12-10T14:15:08Z

Real Madrid eyes Klopp as Zidane’s comeback cools off

Xabi Alonso is on shaky ground at Real Madrid, with his job on the line...

2025-12-09T05:18:03Z

Cone, Gin Kings plunge back to PBA campaign after Gilas duties

Games Wednesday (December 10) 5:15 p.m. – Meralco vs Terrafirma 7:30 p.m. – Ginebra vs Blackwater MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone and the rest of his troops return to home base Wednesday, December 10, as Barangay Ginebra tries to shore up its playoff push in a shaky campaign so far in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup at the Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo. The Gin Kings (3-4) tangle with the free-falling Blackwater...

2025-12-09T08:31:21Z

UST roars back to life to force winner-take-all vs National U

Growling Tigresses stay alive in title redemption bid

2025-12-10T10:15:08Z

Fans loved Dixie so much they forgave him for Inter penalty miss

He lived to witness the era of the 'false nine' but those who watched him in spectacular, belligerent action knew that John 'Dixie' Deans was the embodiment of the traditional centre-forward.

2025-12-09T17:16:18Z

Win or the exit, Real Madrid condemns Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid is in turmoil. The defeat against Celta Vigo (0-2) triggered a crisis meeting...

2025-12-08T14:18:03Z

2026 World Cup: Nike completely ignores Cristiano Ronaldo!

Nike is turning the page on Cristiano Ronaldo: the brand will not release any CR7...

2025-12-09T12:33:05Z

Petecio begins SEA Games three-peat quest

BANGKOK — Two-time Olympic medalist and two-time Southeast Asian (SEA) Games champion Nesthy Petecio is set to begin her campaign for a third gold medal on Wednesday at the Chulalongkorn University Sports Center. Petecio, a seasoned athlete, is a strong contender in the sport, and her experience will surely be put to the test as she takes on tough opponents in the women's 60-kilogram (kg) class. Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president...

2025-12-10T01:14:44Z

Cyclists in mix for first gold medal

BANGKOK—The chase is on for Team Philippines to collect as many golds as possible in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games on Wednesday. Following the formal opening rites at Rajamangala Stadium here, attention turns to which Filipino athlete can deliver the first golden moment of this biennial meet. That breakthrough could come from far-off Chonburi, about two hours from the Thai capital, where mountain biker John Derick Farr competes in the men’s...

2025-12-09T20:31:53Z

Urgency at Paris FC, a major transfer window to avoid Ligue 2

Paris FC is starting to feel the heat. Despite a solid budget and an ambitious...

2025-12-08T14:03:02Z

Look: Alex Eala, Bryan Bagunas lead Pinoy athletes at the SEA Games 2025 opening ceremony

Team Philippines showcased its strong lineup in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games. The country's largest-ever contingent, with over 1,500 Filipino athletes, is set to clinch medals for this year's games. Flag bearers WTA No. 50 Alex Eala and volleyball star Bryan Bagunas led the country's parade during the opening ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at Morod...

2025-12-09T14:29:41Z

How my Shelby GT500 handled its first Nürburgring laps

This video follows the Shelby GT500 from the United States to its first laps on the Nürburgring. The review captures how the supercharged muscle car adapts to one of the world’s most demanding circuits, highlighting its handling, performance, and overall driving experience on the legendary track.

2025-12-09T01:14:14Z

Nygel Gonzales lets game do the talking in solid Game 1 outing

Amid conversations on who the best point guard in the league, Nygel Gonzales focuses on himself

2025-12-10T12:15:06Z

Frank reacts to Spurs legend Son making a return

Thomas Frank reacts to Tottenham Hotspur legend Son Heung-Min making a return to London to watch Spurs beat Slavia Prague 3-0 in the Champions League

2025-12-10T02:33:19Z

Norris answers his critics with first F1 title

Mentally fragile, too cocky, a privileged Gen Z kid bankrolled by a wealthy father, rapid but lacking the killer instinct that separates champions from the rest -- Lando Norris has faced plenty of criticism on his road to the top in Formula One.

2025-12-08T17:48:25Z

Not again, Erling! Haaland reveals his girlfriend's hilarious reaction to Man City star's suggestion

The Manchester City striker, 25, and his partner Johansen, 22, are believed to have first met during their mutual time spent in the ranks of Byrne's youth teams in their native Norway.

2025-12-10T10:01:16Z

Andrada's impending arrival prompted Eriobu trade, explains Webb

Magnolia team gov says coach LA informed Eriobu about the trade before the latter left for Bangkok to play for Gilas' 3x3 team

2025-12-10T16:15:04Z

Richard Gomez proud to compete in SEA Games alongside daughter Juliana

MANILA, Philippines — Richard Gomez is set to share the international sporting stage with his daughter Juliana, as both have qualified to represent the Philippines in the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. The opening ceremony will happen today in Bangkok, Thailand and will be opened by the king of Thailand, Vajiralongkorn. “Actually, nowadays, I’m very happy… because this is the first time a father and daughter — or father and son — will compete...

2025-12-08T16:39:53Z

NCAA: Titing Manalili's father Norberto a witness to son's love for basketball since three years old

All eyes are now on Jonathan "Titing" Manalili and how he's been the steady captain of Letran’s ship in NCAA Season 101. But before the spotlight, he was simply a three-year-old discovering his love for basketball, a moment seen firsthand by his father, Norberto Manalili, who is also known as "Titing" back home in Cebu. Norberto remembered how his son grew from a small-town dreamer to a rising star in the country’s oldest basketball league, the...

2025-12-09T11:00:36Z

Philippine swimming team poised for SEA Games debut

BANGKOK — The Philippine swimming team is set to make waves at the 2025 SEA Games, kicking off their campaign on Wednesday at the SAT swimming pool here. With a strong contingent of 45 delegates in the aquatics discipline, including 11 swimmers, four open water swimmers, two divers, and 14 water polo players, the Philippine team is ready to dive into the competition. The pool swimmers will start their preliminaries round today at 9 a.m., with...

2025-12-09T16:14:45Z

Janti Miller set to be suspended for game 2 after ejection

Miller was ejected for getting two technical fouls in Game 1

2025-12-10T10:15:07Z

Twin victories put PH football in spotlight as men make historic semis while women keep bid alive

BANGKOK—Philippine football enjoyed one of its most memorable nights on Monday when the men’s U-22 squad ended a decades-long wait for a semifinals berth, while the Filipinas snatched a victory at the death to keep their own campaign alive in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games. “To get us to Bangkok makes us feel that all our hard work, all our passion just paid off,” said Otu Banatao, whose goal sealed the Philippines’ 1-0 win over defending...

2025-12-09T20:46:53Z

Macario bags PH’s first gold in taekwondo, Farr takes bronze in mountain bike event in Thailand SEA Games

(UPDATE) BANGKOK — Justin Kobe Macario delivered the country’s first gold medal in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games after ruling the men’s poomsae freestyle individual on Wednesday morning at the Island Hall. Displaying a sleek and sharp routine, and capped by a spectacular kick double spin, Macario topped the field with 8.200 points. Macario beat Koedkaew Atchariya of host Thailand (8.100), with Ken Haw Chin of Malaysia finishing third (7.740)....

2025-12-10T03:59:43Z

Langbayan tops compatriot Del Rosario, seizes bronze in Jiu-Jitsu fighting class

BANGKOK — Godwin Langbayan topped Rajae Dwight Del Rosario, 21-16, in all-Filipino match to claim a bronze medal at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games jiu jitsu men’s -62kg fighting class at the Ronnaphakat Building in the Navaminda Kasatriyadhiraj Royal Thai Air Force Academy on Wednesday. Langbayan gave the Philippines its first medal in jiu jitsu after a long day that saw his teammates failing to advance to medal matches in both men and women's...

2025-12-10T15:14:46Z

Pagdanganan misses out on full LPGA Tour card after 71

MANILA, Philippines — Bianca Pagdanganan’s late push proved too little, too late as she settled for an even-par 71 at the Falls Course on Tuesday (Wednesday Manila time), missing the Top-25-and-ties cutoff in the weather-shortened LPGA Q-Series Final Qualifying Stage at RTJ Magnolia Grove in Mobile, Alabama. Three strokes adrift of the qualifying line at the start of the day, Pagdanganan needed a sharp, fearless round to break into the Top 25...

2025-12-10T03:31:22Z

What happens when you train with the world’s strongest man for 24 hours

I spent 24 hours training with the World’s Strongest Man, and nothing could’ve prepared me for the intensity. From deadlifts to atlas stones to insane conditioning, every session pushed my body past its limit. The strength, the technique, the mindset — it’s on another level. If you want to see what real power looks like up close, this is it.

2025-12-08T10:50:56Z

Ginebra, Meralco get golden opportunity to boost playoff hopes

Ginebra, Meralco come out of long breaks with games against league minnows

2025-12-10T08:15:03Z

Titing Manalili's pass-first ways the engine behind Letran's run

By embracing his role as a 'true point guard,' Titing Manalili has turned Letran into must-see basketball

2025-12-08T08:15:05Z

Thomas Frank pleased with Tottenham's home momentum

Thomas Frank was pleased to see Tottenham finally build momentum at home with a 3-0 win over Slavia Prague. Spurs made it back-to-back home wins with a routine triumph in the Champions League after David Zima's 26th-minute own-goal was followed up with second-half penalties from Mohammed Kudus and Xavi Simons. After Saturday's 2-0 victory over Brentford ended a near four-month wait for Premier League success at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, this latest positive result made it six points and five unanswered goals in front of their own fans in recent days.

2025-12-10T10:52:56Z

NBA: Yang Hansen, promising rookie from China, makes first NBA start

MEMPHIS, Tennessee — Yang Hansen, the 7-foot-1 rookie out of China, made his first NBA start in a game Sunday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Hansen, picked 16th overall in last summer’s draft, moved into the starting lineup after the Trail Blazers primary centers — Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams III — missed the game. Williams was a late scratch due to an illness and Clingan missed his second straight with a left lower-leg contusion. READ:...

2025-12-08T08:16:54Z

Terry Rozier to be arraigned in New York court over betting scheme

NEW YORK — Miami Heat player Terry Rozier is set to appear in a New York court on charges he helped gamblers place bets on his performance in NBA games. The 31-year-old point guard will be formally arraigned in Brooklyn federal court late Monday on federal wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy charges. He’ll also join five other co-defendants and their lawyers for a pre-trial hearing later in the day on the case. READ: NBA: Terry Rozier’s...

2025-12-08T08:16:54Z

Suns, Spurs win in last tuneups for NBA Cup

WASHINGTON — A balanced scoring attack helped Phoenix outlast Minnesota, 108-105, on Monday (Tuesday in Manila) despite a 40-point NBA performance by Anthony Edwards while San Antonio held off New Orleans, 135-132. Phoenix, missing top scorer Devin Booker due to a groin injury, improved to 14-10 by snapping the Timberwolves’ five-game win streak with Mark Williams scoring 22 points to top six double-digit scorers for the Suns. The Spurs, still...

2025-12-09T16:14:45Z

SBP welcomes new FIBA rule which raises non-restricted age to 18

FIBA shows leniency by raising the age of non-restricted players to 18 from 16

2025-12-09T16:15:06Z

Shearer rules club out of Premier League title race

'I don't think they will win it.'

2025-12-08T11:41:28Z

Selby speaks out on controversial moment during UK win

'I'd never forgive myself.'

2025-04-09T14:35:00Z

Mason Mount picked out for praise after Manchester United's win at Wolves

Ruben Amorim picked Mason Mount out for praise after Manchester United overcame a wobble to thrash winless Wolves 4-1 on a night of unrest at Molineux. The Red Devils were on course to blow another opportunity against a Premier League struggler after Jean-Ricner Bellegarde cancelled out Bruno Fernandes' opener just before the break. But United would not drop points like they did in last Thursday's 1-1 home draw with West Ham as they instead steamed ahead in the second half to win 4-1 as Bryan Mbeumo, Mount and Fernandes struck.

2025-12-09T03:37:57Z

NBA: Dylan Harper hits winner, Spurs spoil Queen’s big game for Pelicans

NEW ORLEANS — Harrison Barnes scored 24 points, rookie Dylan Harper capped a 22-point performance with a go-ahead driving floater with 9 seconds left, and the San Antonio Spurs recovered from losing a 20-point halftime lead to beat the reeling New Orleans Pelicans 135-132 on Monday night. Rookie Derik Queen led a furious Pelicans comeback bid, scoring 29 of his season-high 33 points in the second half, and adding 10 rebounds and 10 assists for...

2025-12-09T06:31:54Z

This is why UP-La Salle III is actually closer than you may think

Who says no that this title trilogy goes the distance?

2025-12-10T02:15:24Z

Pep admits Madrid would have sacked him as he sympathises with Xabi

Pep Guardiola admits even he would have been sacked by Real Madrid, as the Manchester City manager sympathises with his counterpart and former staff member Xabi Alonso

2025-12-10T01:03:20Z

N’Golo Kanté, the big announcement from Paris FC!

Paris FC came close to pulling off the deal of the year: N’Golo Kanté could...

2025-12-08T11:33:04Z

Report: Travis Kelce refuses to speak to reporters after error

The Chiefs slumped to 6-7 for the season with a lackluster 20-10 defeat to the Houston Texans in front of a star-studded Arrowhead, leaving the NFL dynasty's playoff hopes in tatters.

2025-12-08T15:24:39Z

La Salle looks to become the second 4-seed to win UAAP crown

Ironically, the only school to come from the four seed and won it all was the same school that La Salle beat - National University

2025-12-09T10:15:08Z

SEA Games: PH crushes Malaysia to go 3-0 in baseball

Follow the SEA Games 2025 Live | INQUIRER Special Coverage PATHUM THANI, Thailand—The Philippine men’s baseball team needed just five innings to continue its perfect slate in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games. The Filipino batters pounded Malaysia, 21-0, in a game that ended abruptly on mercy rule to go 3-0 in the competition. They put themselves in a tie for the lead with host Thailand, considered as the biggest threat to their bid to repeat the...

2025-12-08T12:16:52Z

Goldwin on UP's Game One loss: 'Hindi pwedeng si Harold lang'

Francis Nnoruka was the only other Fighting Maroon to breach double-digit scoring aside from Harold Alarcon

2025-12-10T14:15:11Z

San Beda on the cusp of another NCAA title after smashing Letran

Red Lions lean on a huge third quarter to finish off the Knights

2025-12-10T10:15:08Z