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Lions bolster the defensive line in surprising final Week 1 roster moves

The Detroit Lions fortified the defensive line a day ahead of Sunday night's season opener in Ford Field. In a series of roster moves, the Lions added two defensive linemen and a wide receiver to the mix for the Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. The…

2024-09-07T20:42:20Z

New Magnolia import Shabazz Muhammad meets Meralco again in Panabo

THE PBA Governors’ Cup holds its last out-of-town game of the conference, but it will certainly be not the least, as Meralco and Magnolia collide on Saturday in Panabo City, Davao Del Norte. The preview of the game below: Meralco vs. Magnolia When: Saturday, September 7. 6 p.m. Where: Panabo Multi-Purpose Tourism, Sports and Cultural Center Watch: ...

2024-09-07T10:14:56Z

Yankees reliever says he 'blacked out' in save situation

On Friday, the Yankees finally tried an alternative to Clay Holmes in the ninth inning of a close game. Luke Weaver stepped up and nailed down the first save of his career, and he was beyond amped by the opportunity.

2024-09-07T15:31:28Z

PBA: Troy Rosario gets going in 2nd half in latest Blackwater win

MANILA, Philippines—It was a tale of two halves for Troy Rosario, who came alive in the second half for the suddenly streaking Blackwater in the PBA Governors’ Cup. Rosario fired all of his 15 points in the last two quarters after a scoreless first half to help the Bossing cruise past the NLEX Road Warriors, 110-99, for their third consecutive victory. Rosario took the backseat on offense as he was tasked to guard Road Warriors’ Myke Henry....

2024-09-07T03:50:37Z

Hyundai yet to make a decision on WRC long-time future

The Hyundai boss says Thierry Neuville’s one-year deal doesn’t necessarily signal the brand is exiting WRC in 2026

2024-09-07T10:56:18Z

Wonder Boy Martin scores TKO win in Mexico

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Filipino boxing prospect Carl Jammes “Wonder Boy” Martin made easy work on his Mexican opponent, Anthony Jimenez Salas, during their bout on September 6 (September 7, Manila Time) in Sinaloa, Mexico. Martin dismantled Salas en route to clinching an easy second round technical knockout, marking an impressive outing in his first fight abroad. The 25-year-old Martin kept his unbeaten record intact with 24 wins and 19...

2024-09-07T10:35:32Z

Newey commits to £30m Aston Martin deal

Leading F1 designer Adrian Newey will join Aston Martin in a deal worth up to £30m a year.

2024-09-07T11:59:12Z

Saga Hisamitsu keeps Alas Women at bay

MANILA, Philippines — Saga Hisamitsu Springs simply covered nearly all the gaps to foil the Alas Pilipinas Women, 25-19, 25-16, 25-16, yesterday in the Alas Pilipinas Invitationals at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. The entry of Sisi Rondina, Thea Gagate and Cherry Nunag in the third after being held out in the earlier sets got the crowd going and provided Alas Pilipinas Women a quick boost. Rondina managed to get through the Japanese...

2024-09-07T16:36:42Z

MotoGP San Marino GP: Bagnaia surges to pole with record lap as Marquez crashes

The world champion blasts the all-time lap record at Misano for second pole of 2024

2024-09-07T10:16:06Z

Amit on cue for World 9-Ball title

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ Rubilen Amit pulled off a comeback to remember as she turned back Russian Kristina Tkach, 3-2 (2-4, 4-3, 2-4, 4-1, 4-1), yesterday to barge into the finals and earn a shot at her first WPA World 9-Ball Women’s Championship in Hamilton, New Zealand. Trailing a set, 1-2, the 42-year-old Amit didn’t lose hope and mounted a spirited fightback that saw her erase that disadvantage and turn it into a gripping...

2024-09-07T16:36:38Z

Gilas Youth bows out of FIBA U18 Asia Cup after loss to Japan

Gilas Youth misses Fiba U18 Asia Cup Final 8 for the first time since 2006

2024-09-06T16:14:38Z

COLUMN: Hotshots have no one to blame but themselves for import blunder

By letting go of GRIII before getting a clearance for Muhammad, the Hotshots basically shot themselves on the foot

2024-09-07T16:15:02Z

UP routs Ateneo for rousing start to UAAP Season 87

Maroons fight off Blue Eagles' final frame uprising thanks to JD Cagulangan and Francis Lopez

2024-09-07T14:15:05Z

Malik Willis slated to start against Tennessee Titans in Week 3 game

With Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love suffering a knee injury that will keep him out multiple games, backup signal-caller Malik Willis is slated to get the ball moving forward, which could lead to him staring against his former team, the Tennessee Titans, in Week 3.

2024-09-07T22:31:21Z

Key injury on defense could spell doom for 49ers vs. Jets

The San Francisco 49ers may have a pretty major injury-related issue to solve when they open their regular season slate against the New York Jets on Monday night. With the contract issues with Brandon Aiyuk and Trent Williams getting resolved, and Christian McCaffrey looking…

2024-09-07T18:27:18Z

PBA: Blackwater cruises past NLEX for 3rd straight win

MANILA, Philippines–Blackwater rolled past NLEX on Friday night with a 110-99 victory to extend its winning ways in the PBA Governors’ Cup. With import George King playing yet another stellar game, the Bossing also drew brilliant performances from its locals, especially four-time PBA All-Star Troy Rosario, to improve to 3-3 in Group B play. “It’s obvious on the court the impact that George has given us in the last three games. He’s really a...

2024-09-06T12:20:26Z

The new McLaren mindset that ‘isn’t going to sit comfortably’ with Oscar Piastri claim

McLaren now sense a real opportunity to take the Drivers' and Constructors' titles from Red Bull.

2024-09-07T12:20:01Z

Lando Norris details the ‘Red Bull situation’ after ‘contract ready’ approach made

Lando Norris spoke previously of the "Red Bull situation" and a Monaco meeting with Helmut Marko.

2024-09-07T05:34:56Z

By George, Bossing now have three-game win streak going

The turnaround from a 0-3 start behind a series of splendid performances from import George King should give Blackwater enough reason to be confident of its quarterfinal chances in the PBA Governors’ Cup. But coach Jeffrey Cariaso warned that the Bossing remain far from where they want to go to, after climbing into playoff contention on Friday with a 110-99 win over the NLEX Road Warriors at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. “I think the players understand...

2024-09-06T21:20:33Z

Meralco zooms to fourth straight win after holding off Magnolia

The Bolts took advantage of an all-Filipino Hotshots to take their fourth straight win

2024-09-07T14:15:01Z

Man Utd: Ten Hag ‘a dead man walking’ with Red Devils boss given sack timeline

Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag will reportedly be 'a dead man walking' if results do not improve, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe giving him until Christmas to turn things around.

2024-09-07T08:39:48Z

Alas Pilipinas Women fall to Japan side in first of two meetings

MANILA, Philippines–There were no explosive hits or disorienting combination plays but Saga Hisamitsu Springs simply covered nearly all the gaps to foil the offense of the Philippine national women’s volleyball team en route to a 25-19, 25-16, 25-16 victory Saturday in the Alas Pilipinas Invitationals at the Philsports Arena. The entry of Sisi Rondina, Thea Gagate and Cherry Nunag in the third got the crowd going and provided Alas Pilipinas...

2024-09-07T10:50:47Z

Fantasy Injury Updates Week 1: News on Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins impacting start-sit decisions

Even though the majority of NFL teams have not yet played a regular-season game, injuries are already impacting fantasy lineups. Here's everything you need to know about WR injuries heading into Week 1.

2024-09-07T17:40:33Z

Red Sox will be without star first baseman on Saturday vs. White Sox

Boston won't have their full lineup for the middle game of the series.

2024-09-07T19:16:20Z

COLUMN: Quiambao's standing multi-million-peso offer from KBL club

The three-year package comes up to P36.7 million comes fully guaranteed and has a player option for the third year

2024-09-05T06:14:10Z

Mika Hakkinen points the finger at Sergio Perez amid alarming Red Bull slump

Sergio Perez is hurting the Red Bull rebound effort, claims Mika Hakkinen.

2024-09-07T10:43:22Z

Bagnaia "angry" after losing ground to Martin in MotoGP title fight

The MotoGP champion is losing ground in this year’s championship to Jorge Martin and knows he needs to fight back in Sunday’s San Marino Grand Prix.

2024-09-07T16:56:23Z

Cone glad to see Japeth put up 'MVP numbers' on heels of C-Stan trade

Coach Tim amazed to see Aguilar retain his athleticism at 37

2024-09-07T04:14:51Z

All Blacks leaders’ frank statements following another agonising defeat to the Springboks

The All Blacks leaders have had their say on the 18-12 defeat to the Springboks.

2024-09-07T20:11:06Z

Brand-new team bumps up Pido hopes

After consecutive forgettable finishes, coach Pido Jarencio, now in his second stint with University of Santo Tomas (UST), has jump-started the rebuild of the Growling Tigers. The process began for the proud program with the overhauling of last season’s personnel which finished at the bottom of the standings with a 2-12 card. Already without the services of Adama Faye, who left midway through Season 86, the 15-man roster was shrunk to just five,...

2024-09-05T21:35:24Z

UAAP: Jared Bahay shows readiness in Ateneo debut amid boos

MANILA, Philippines — Jared Bahay made sure to come prepared heading into his much-awaited UAAP Season 87 debut playing against the school he initially intended to join. That’s why Bahay didn’t seem to be bothered by the jeers and boos from the University of the Philippines crowd at Smart Araneta Coliseum on Saturday night. “Inexpect ko na kung ano mangyayari. I’m ready for it. I didn’t worry sa game, focus lang sa game plan ni coach Tab,” Bahay...

2024-09-07T16:05:52Z

Daniel Ricciardo ‘punch my face in’ Nico Hulkenberg thought as Monza penalties addressed

Daniel Ricciardo: "How bad was it? I knew I was in the wrong, but was it like something that he wanted to punch my face in?"

2024-09-07T13:35:04Z

Republic of Ireland 0-2 England: Player ratings as Rice and Grealish haunt Boys in Green

Player ratings and match reaction from Lee Carsley's first England match against Ireland in the UEFA Nations League.

2024-09-07T18:23:21Z

Jared Bahay shuts out bright lights, hostile crowd to show promise for Ateneo

J-House puts dismal preseason behind him

2024-09-07T16:15:04Z

Detroit Lions elevate wide receiver from practice squad among 3 roster moves

Ahead of their Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams, the Detroit Lions announced three roster moves, one of which included the elevation of a wide receiver from the practice squad.

2024-09-07T21:01:16Z

Yankees' embattled infielder named 'great fit' for NL team in free agency

Could New York Yankees infielder Gleyber Torres make his way to the West Coast this offseason?

2024-09-07T12:01:10Z

Lewis Hamilton opposes Max Verstappen in ‘really boring’ F1 victory admission

Lewis Hamilton may be accustomed to leading F1 races and winning by miles, but it's not his favourite way to go racing...

2024-09-07T13:28:24Z

Marlon Tapales stakes WBC Asia belt vs Indian foe in Cambodia

MANILA, Philippines–Former unified world super bantamweight king Marlon Tapales and his Indian foe conquered the scales Friday a day before their scheduled showdown on Saturday at Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Tapales stepped in at 121.7 pounds while Saurabh Kumar tipped in at 120.6 lbs with the Filipino southpaw’s World Boxing Council (WBC) Asia crown on the line. “This is a major step towards another shot at the world title for...

2024-09-06T15:20:27Z

US Open: Close to victory, Frances Tiafoe falters in semifinal

NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe figures he lost to Taylor Fritz at the US Open because it suddenly occurred to him Friday night that he was close to winning and reaching his first Grand Slam final. “In the past matches, before, I was only thinking about what it takes to win,” Tiafoe said, “rather than think about what’s potentially ahead.” Tiafoe came within two games of claiming a victory in his all-American semifinal at Flushing Meadows, but dealt...

2024-09-07T06:35:40Z

PBA: Ginebra ‘showing some progress’ after 2nd straight victory

MANILA, Philippines–Barangay Ginebra, a perennial title contender, finally got a streak going in the PBA Governors’ Cup after a 110-101 thumping of hapless Phoenix on Friday night. The crowd darlings drew 31 points, four rebounds and a pair of steals from its veteran forward Japeth Aguilar, who matched his fourth career-best scoring output and helped grease the club’s rise to a 3-2 win-loss record in Group B play of the import-laden showcase. “I...

2024-09-06T14:35:24Z

Former Clemson receiver Diondre Overton, member of 2 national title teams, dies at 26

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Former Clemson receiver Diondre Overton, a reserve on both Tigers national title teams in 2016 and 2018, has died. He was 26. Clemson announced Overton's death Saturday. A university official said the school had heard about Overton's death and reached out to police in Greensboro, North Carolina, to confirm his passing. There were no other details in Clemson's release regarding Overton's death. “Clemson Football and the...

2024-09-07T22:29:32Z

New Red Bull contract signed as Aston Martin investment edges closer

A significant development at Red Bull...

2024-09-07T22:28:36Z

Mason Greenwood England recall claims prompt Lee Carsley to deliver honest 23-word response

Greenwood has played a part in six goals from just three games for Marseille so far, leading to claims that the controversial star could force his way back into the England squad

2024-09-07T09:42:00Z

Just two days after last title romp, Cool Smashers open season-sweep quest with business-as-usual whitewash of young Thai guest team EST

Even with the cobwebs of another championship merrymaking still there, Creamline came out all business as usual on Friday to massacre a young guest team from Thailand, EST Cola, 25-13, 25-12, 25-15, in the PVL Invitational Conference as the Cool Smashers opened their grand slam bid with much authority. Less than 48 hours after dismantling Akari in the Reinforced Conference title game, the Cool Smashers remained unforgiving, putting the Thais out...

2024-09-06T21:35:34Z

Texas shows wild disrespect to Michigan during and after Week 2 win

Texas made sure to kick Michigan while down after the Longhorns beat the Wolverines 31-12 on September 7.

2024-09-07T21:31:10Z

Mercedes duo puzzled as W15 got “almost slower” over Italian GP

Mercedes drivers disconcerted after they failed to be as competitive as initially seen at Monza

2024-09-07T14:41:24Z

Javelin ace Asusano last Team PH hope for a medal

PARIS—As Team Philippines’ closing act in the 17th Paralympic Games, there’s certainly pressure on Cendy Asusano to deliver the lean contingent’s first medal here. But no amount of tension and strain could soften the nation’s best wheelchair thrower in the women’s javelin F54 event on Saturday at the 81,000-seat Stade de France. “I somehow feel nervous competing here, but I’ll try to overcome that by getting myself in top condition, especially...

2024-09-06T21:20:31Z

Oscar Piastri at centre of ‘make it difficult’ theory after Mark Webber ‘got in his ear’

Did Mark Webber play a role in Oscar Piastri's move on Lando Norris at Monza?

2024-09-07T14:43:28Z

Red Sox projected to sign versatile infielder in free agency

Boston may be interested in adding another veteran to the lineup.

2024-09-07T14:01:11Z

Retooled St. Benilde comes alive late to stun Mapua

Debuting recruits Liwag, Cometa, Ynot lead way for Blazers

2024-09-07T14:15:04Z