France's No 1 tennis star withdraws from Wimbledon with stress fracture - weeks after French Open rival accused him of faking injury

England's premier competition will kick off on June 30, with the likes of Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic hoping for success as Alcaraz looks to defend his title.

James Yap, Ken Bono lead Hua Siong College to FCAAI title

It wasn't easy as they had to survive Joseph Yeo

Suns trade star forward Kevin Durant to Rockets

WASHINGTON — Two-time NBA champion forward Kevin Durant has been traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets for eight players in a blockbuster deal he confirmed on Sunday (Monday in Manila). The swap, which can be completed when the league begins the 2025-26 year in two weeks, would send the 36-year-old American to Houston in exchange for guard Jalen Green and swingman Dillon Brooks as well as the 10th pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft and...

Lee bags Women's PGA title

LOS ANGELES — Australian Minjee Lee fired a gritty two-over-par 74 to win the Women's PGA Championship on Sunday (Monday in Manila), capturing her third major title by three strokes on another demanding day in Frisco, Texas. The 29-year-old from Perth added the title to her 2021 Evian Championship and the US Women's Open title she won in 2022, finishing with a four-under-par total of 284. American Auston Kim and Thailand's Chanettee Wannasaen...

Transfer – A new twist for Zabarnyi at PSG!

Ilya Zabarnyi, the 22-year-old central defender from Bournemouth (contract runs until 2028) and Ukraine, has been announced as a defensive priority for Paris Saint-Germain this mercato. There is even talk of some progress towards a transfer. Journalist Ben Jacobs, however, put a damper on things this Saturday. “The PSG offer has been rejected. A departure is still possible, but Bournemouth remain firm on the price and are reluctant to sell.”...

Cone says practice time, not friendly more important for Gilas

MANILA, Philippines — As far as Gilas coach Tim Cone is concerned, the more practice time the national players get, the better they will be as they prepare for the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 scheduled to start on August 5 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Sure, Gilas is set to hold a friendly game against the Macau Black Beare late July before leaving for Jeddah, but Cone knows the practice sessions are of great importance in their bid for the FIBA Asia Cup...

Guiao says TNT remains tough to beat with or without RHJ

Can RoS finally bury the TNT hex?

Alex Eala eyes quarterfinals berth in Eastbourne Open

MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala aims for a quarterfinals berth as faces a familiar foe in the Eastbourne Open round of 16 on Wednesday. Eala faces either Latvian Jelena Ostapenko or British Sonay Kortal in the final eight, each of them she already faced before once. World no. 20 Ostapenko and world no 49 Kortal were competing in their round of 32 match on Tuesday evening. Eala, who made quick work of World no. 61 Lucia...

PVL: Bea Bonafe embraces growth in new chapter with Akari

VIGAN, Ilocos Sur — Bea Bonafe is ready to step out of her comfort zone as she joins the Akari Chargers ahead of the PVL on Tour. After two years with Creamline, Bonafe will be wearing a new shade of pink as the newest setter for the Chargers. SCHEDULE: 2025 PVL on Tour preseason tournament “My contract with Creamline ends in June, so I wanted to go for another team. I asked them if it’s okay to get released already so I can look for another...

PVL: Seamless fit at Cignal, Heather Guino-o haunts ex-team

VIGAN, Ilocos Sur — Heather Guino-o relished her reunion with her former Far Eastern University teammates and ex-coach Shaq Delos Santos at Cignal. Guino-o haunted her former club team as Cignal completed a two-game sweep of its Vigan trip with a 25-21, 25-22, 25-16 win over Capital1 in the PVL on Tour on Monday at Chavit Coliseum here. READ: PVL: Cignal newcomers shine anew to cap Vigan preseason stop “Not really [extra motivated]. Whoever we...

Where the Oklahoma City Thunder rank against the NBA's greatest-ever champions

Explore Bettmeralp in Winter | Switzerland 4K Scenic Journey (Part 2)

Join us on a 4K journey to Bettmeralp, a peaceful car-free village in the Swiss Alps near the iconic Aletsch Glacier. Reachable only by cable car, Bettmeralp is a paradise for winter sports and summer hiking. This alpine destination offers nearly 300 days of sunshine each year, making it a top choice for nature lovers. From snowy trails to panoramic peaks like Bettmerhorn and Eggishorn, Bettmeralp has it all.

Young Thunder find NBA title champagne corks formidable

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Thunder had just won the NBA championship, the on-court ceremony was over and they were heading to the locker room to start the party. This typically includes the traditional spraying of champagne all over everyone and everything. And the Thunder were ready to partake in all that. READ: NBA: Thunder clinch first championship with dominant Game 7 defense “Where’s the champagne at?” some yelled on their way into...

Marcus Rashford speaks out on Barcelona transfer

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford says he would be keen to link up with Lamine Yamal at Barcelona. Rashford spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa after being frozen out of United’s squad by Ruben Amorim last winter. Villa have the option to sign Rashford for £40 million but the 27-year-old is holding out for a Champion...

POC: Dr. Jose P. Rizal, the fencer, at new Tagaytay City Hall

MANILA, Philippines — A BRAND new indoor velodrome now cast a shadow over a similarly International Cycling Union (UCI)-grade BMX track, but perched in the heart of several other sports facilities that mark Tagaytay City as a world-standard sports hub is a glimmering stainless steel 12-foot statue of National Hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal clad in fencing gear greeting everyone at the main entrance of the new City Hall. “It’s a tribute to our National...

In Memoriam: Athletes Who Died in 2025

Eala in official Wimbledon entry list

(UPDATE) ALEX Eala of the Philippines is set for her second professional Grand Slam tournament and major debut on the grass court. Eala, 20, has been officially included on the entry list of 2025 Wimbledon Championships in London from June 30 to July 13. The final tournament draws will be confirmed three days before the competition. Ranked 77th in the WTA rankings, Eala is listed 72nd in the Wimbledon rankings led by World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka...

Tolentino: Cycling ‘on the right track’ with new velodrome

TAGAYTAY CITY—Ronald Oranza scooted around the sparkling new Tagaytay CT Velodrome like a kid excited to take his new bike out for a spin. And why not? The multiple road race champion has found a new playground, far from Oranza’s usual outdoor rides, where he is constantly exposed to the elements. “Here, the environment is controlled. What will matter most are skill and talent once you race on the track,” said Oranza after his inaugural ride on...

Crystal Palace sign Argentina international goalkeeper on a free to compete with No 1 Dean Henderson

In addition to back-to-back league titles with PSV, Benitez has also added the Dutch Cup and two Super Cups along the way, with 43 clean sheets in 134 games across three trophy-laden seasons.

Cone expects tough road to Finals

(UPDATE) TIM Cone expects the road to the championship will only get tougher as Barangay Ginebra faces perennial powerhouse San Miguel Beer (SMB) in the PBA Philippine Cup best-of-seven semifinal series. The Gin Kings reached the Final Four after disposing of the young Converge FiberXers, 88-80, in their quarterfinal duel on Friday. The Beermen, on the other hand, made it to the semis following its dominant 108-97 win to dethrone Meralco. "I...

Kelly Williams repays Chot’s trust by keeping TNT alive

Kelly Williams reversed the role from a heartbreaking championship defeat more than a decade ago and eventually kept TNT’s Grand Slam hopes alive and well. This time, Williams sank two pressure-packed free throws that enabled the Tropang 5G to survive the Magnolia Hotshots, 80-79, on Saturday to secure a trip to the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals. “First of all, mine was really a foul,” Williams told The Inquirer after the thrilling quarterfinal...

Tense moment ESPN cameraman is told to stop filming crying Pacers player after NBA Finals loss

In the aftermath of a heartbreaking defeat in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, the ESPN cameras got too close to one player letting his emotions out.

NBA: Haliburton joins stars with torn Achilles tendon in playoffs

NEW YORK, United States — Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton has suffered a torn right Achilles tendon, the team confirmed on Monday, and was set to undergo surgery after becoming the latest star stricken by a severe injury in the NBA playoffs. The 25-year-old American point guard went down Sunday in a game-seven loss to Oklahoma City in the NBA Finals and is at risk of missing the entire 2025-26 campaign. The Pacers said in a statement that...

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford have to be separated by Dana White as tempers flare at pre-fight press conference

Proceedings during a pre-fight press conference ahead of Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford's super middleweight title bout in Las Vegas boiled over when the two boxers got physical.

Kai Sotto set to join Gilas at FIBA Asia Cup

(UPDATE) AS Kai Sotto continues to recover from a recent knee surgery, Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone expects the 7-foot-3 young big man to join the national squad when they travel to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 set to start on Aug. 5. Sotto is still recovering from a surgery after tearing his ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) in January in a Japan B.League game while playing for the Koshigaya Alphas. Still, Cone said he'll...

PBA: Rain or Shine heads to semifinals anew after ousting NLEX

Rain or Shine booked a semifinals berth for the fourth consecutive conference after wearing down NLEX, 103-92, to win their knockout quarters match in the PBA Philippine Cup on Saturday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Santi Santillan had 24 points and nine rebounds while Jhonard Clarito once again dazzled on both ends for 13 points and 16 rebounds as the Elasto Painters beat the Road Warriors for a second straight time to arrange a semis clash once...

NBA: Mark Walter’s deep pockets could fuel Lakers return to glory

LOS ANGELES–Billionaire Mark Walter’s purchase of a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers, in a deal that values the team at $10 billion, adds another glittering asset to his sports portfolio and could usher in another championship era for the National Basketball League franchise. The Buss family, the longest-tenured owners in the NBA, is entering into an agreement to make the sale to Walter, ESPN reported on Wednesday, in what would be the...

Vintage Valdez shows up, propels Creamline to victory over Akari in four sets

MANILA, Philippines — Creamline delighted its fans in Vigan City after winning in a four-set fashion, 27-25, 22-25, 25-19, 25-18 to take a 2-0 win-loss card in the 2025 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour on Monday night, June 23, at the Chavit Coliseum. Alyssa Valdez proved once more on why she is the country's volleyball icon after leading her squad with 16 points on 13 attacks, two aces, and a block. Akari tied the set at 1-1, but...

Thunder destroy Pacers to pocket NBA crown

(UPDATE) OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Thunder crowned a dazzling season with an NBA title on Sunday (Monday in Manila), pulling away relentlessly in the second half to beat the Indiana Pacers, 103-91, in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 29 points and handed out a career playoff high 12 assists and the Thunder's swarming defense finally proved to much for a Pacers team that lost talisman Tyrese Haliburton to a leg...

NBA Finals: Tyrese Haliburton injury dooms Pacers’ title hopes

INDIANAPOLIS — The gasp inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse was followed quickly by a hush Sunday night. Just seven minutes into Game 7 of the NBA Finals, the Indiana Pacers’ roaring fans went silent, struggling to fathom what they were watching — a replay of two-time All-Star Tyrese Haliburton hurting his lower right leg and the anguished look on the face of his father, John. READ: NBA Finals: Tyrese Haliburton exits Game 7 with apparent Achilles...

Gilas plays Macau Black Bears in friendly in Manila

MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas gets a chance to play one friendly game against the Macau Black Bears in Manila late this July before flying to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia for the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup. National coach Tim Cone said plans are underway for the Gilas squad to play the Macau club team either on July 28 or 29 at the Araneta Coliseum where basketball-crazy Filipino fans can watch. The FIBA Asia Cup will be held in Jeddah from August 5 to...

How come ROS' three draft gems all came from San Juan Knights?

Any San Juan connection for Rain or Shine? Guiao speaks up

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: NBA champ, Finals MVP, scoring king

OKLAHOMA CITY — He’s the most valuable player. The scoring champion. And now, an NBA champion along with NBA Finals MVP. All in one season. READ: NBA Finals: Thunder win title, overcome Pacers in Game 7 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has entered one of the game’s most elite clubs. The 26-year-old Canadian is atop the basketball world now in almost every way imaginable. Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder captured the NBA title on Sunday...

Impressive Creativity in Ball Juggling – Soccer

This video highlights the impressive creativity of ball juggling, where players combine technique, imagination, and rhythm to produce truly unique movements. It captures the artistic side of freestyle soccer, offering viewers a fresh perspective on what’s possible with a ball and pure talent.

PVL: Partners Tagaod, Lalongisip relish preseason matchup

VIGAN, Ilocos Sur — Facing her partner Ishie Lalongisip in her first PVL game was special, but Akari rookie Chenie Tagaod soaked in all the lessons of her first loss in the preseason. Tagaod received a baptism of fire being limited to three points in two sets played, falling to Lalongisip and the HD Spikers, 23-25, 14-25, 23-25, on Sunday at Chavit Coliseum. SCHEDULE: 2025 PVL on Tour preseason tournament Akari’s 10th overall pick said she’s...

The Biggest Stadiums Under Construction

Discover the biggest stadiums currently under construction, including: - Intuit Dome - Nou Mestalla - New Everton Stadium - Xi'an International Soccer Center - New Tennessee Titans Stadium - New Highmark Stadium - New Administrative Capital City Stadium

Toring shows composure in Creamline debut

(UPDATE) FAMILIARITY and connection lead to victory. In Sheena Toring's game debut with the Creamline Cool Smashers, the former National University (NU) middle-blocker showed that she can keep up with the high-intensity action with the 10-time Premier Volleyball League (PVL) champions. The 5-foot-10 fortress showed confidence inside the court, as she is familiar with head coach Sherwin Meneses' system, as they both shared a championship in UAAP...

Pangasinan wins by forfeiture as Bacolod refuses to play in second half

Here's why

Final NBA mock draft: Where the polarizing Ace Bailey will land

Creamline, Akari battle foes in PVL On Tour

MANILA, Philippines — THE Premier Volleyball League (PVL) starts its off-season tournament and bring an action-packed volleyball matches outside Metro Manila. The preserved-in-time Vigan City will host the opening day of PVL On Tour, with a double-header featuring the Akari Chargers battling the Cignal HD Spikers at 4 p.m., and the dominant 10-time champions Creamline Cool Smashers challenging the Capital 1 Solar Spikers at 6:30 p.m., at Chavit...

ICYMI: Plenty of reasons to be cheerful in the world of Scottish sport

After last weekend's US Open came to an end, with Robert MacIntyre lifting golfing spirits having finished in second place at Oakmont, things returned to normal in the wacky world of Scottish sport.

PH bets bag silvers in Thailand Open

MANILA, Philippines — Three Filipino bets bagged a silver medal each while one claimed a bronze at the Thailand Open Track and Field Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Pathumthani. Carlos De Imus claimed the Philippines' first silver medal on Monday after placing second in the men's 10,000m race walk. Imus clocked 46:19:33 in the event. Junel Gobotia likewise finished second in the men's 3000m steeplechase to seize his silver,...

Gareth Southgate turned down for Poland manager role

Southgate was hoping to return to management soon a year after leaving England.

PH Admirals 12-under to see action in Babe Ruth World Series in US

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Admirals 12-under team will compete in one of the most prestigious little league baseball competitions in the world or also known as the Babe Ruth World Series in Branson Missouri from August 5 to 17, 2025. This year is the first time ever that the Philippines Admiral 12-under team will be taking part in this prestigious event after their qualification by winning the national tournament last May 2 to 11...

Van Sickle banners Alas Pilipinas in VTV Women’s International Cup

MANILA, Philippines — The Alas Pilipinas women’s national volleyball team released its fortified lineup with Filipino-Americans Brooke Van Sickle, MJ Phillips, and Tia Andaya bannering the squad in the VTV Women’s International Cup that is set to commence on June 28 to July 5 in Vinh Phuc, Vietnam. The national team head coach Jorge Souza de Brito released the 17-woman roster, and Premier Volleyball League’s (PVL) two-time Most Valuable Player...

Abra Weavers roll out Chiu, Camacho, Ayonayon in MPBL rout of QC

Weavers flaunt souped-up lineup in 15th win of season

Alcaraz crowned king of Queen's for second time

(UPDATE) LONDON — Carlos Alcaraz clinched his second Queen's Club title as the world No. 2 warmed up for Wimbledon with a 7-5, 6-7 (5/7), 6-2 win against Jiri Lehecka in Sunday's final. Alcaraz blasted 33 winners and 18 aces to subdue the gritty Czech world No. 30 in two hours and 10 minutes in west London. Having won titles on clay at the French Open, Rome and Monte Carlo, as well as the hard courts of Rotterdam, Alcaraz has now collected five...

Ohtani leads Dodgers past Nationals

LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani produced a dazzling all-round performance as the Los Angeles Dodgers came from behind to rout the Washington Nationals, 13-7, on Sunday (Monday in Manila). Ohtani, making just his second appearance from the mound since undergoing elbow ligament surgery in 2023, bagged two strikeouts in an 18-pitch appearance at Dodger Stadium. The Japanese superstar then followed up that lone inning with a huge offensive performance,...

Eala rises to 74th in WTA rankings

(UPDATE) ALEX Eala of the Philippines elevated from 77th to 74th at the latest Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings released on Monday. Eala climbed three rungs after entering the main draw of the Eastbourne Open. Eala, who went as high as 69th in the rankings, is scheduled to face world No. 61 Lucia Bronzetti of Italy in the opening round on Monday evening. The 20-year-old Eala defeated world No. 88 Zeynep Sonmez of Turkey, 6-1, 6-3, in...

Guiao sees NLEX rise as contender: 'Malapit na yung panahon nila'

Coach Yeng sees big things ahead for his former team