Month: January 2024
PVL looks to address player tampering to preserve league harmony
A record volleyball crowd of close to 25,000 watched Game 2 of the Creamline-Choco Mucho title series, a testament to the PVL’s rabid following that came to being because of fair play among member teams. —AUGUST DELA CRUZ The moment word leaked out on social media that a rising hitter was looking for a change…
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Greg Norman thanks Rory McIlroy for softened LIV Golf comments and sees change as ‘turning point’ | Golf News
LIV Golf chief executive Greg Norman says “I appreciate Rory falling on his sword” after the world No 2’s change in tone towards the breakaway series; McIlroy says he has now “accepted reality” that LIV is “part of our sport” Last Updated: 05/01/24 9:08pm Greg Norman has thanked Rory McIlroy (pictured) for ‘falling on his…
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Disconnect growing between Lakers, coach Darvin Ham
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham talks with forwards Taurean Prince (12) and Anthony Davis (3) during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) Still unable to emerge from a funk that is bordering on a month, there is now…
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Rafael Nadal not ‘100 per cent sure’ he will be fit for Australian Open after injury scare in Brisbane International loss | Tennis News
Rafael Nadal is unsure if he will compete at the upcoming Australian Open after his defeat to Jordan Thompson in the Brisbane International quarter-finals on Friday, during which the Spaniard left the court on a medical timeout. Nadal was making his comeback in Brisbane after spending almost a year on the sidelines with a hip…
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A Knockout: The Impact of Boxing Movies on Pop Culture
Boxing has a long and storied history as one of the most popular and enduring sports in the world. From the gladiators of ancient Rome to today’s heavyweight champions, the sport has always held a special place in the hearts and minds of people around the globe. But it is not just the sport itself…
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PBA: With pressure off, Joshua Munzon delivering more on offense
Northport Batang Pier’s Joshua Munzon in a PBA Commissioner’s Cup game. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines—Joshua Munzon heated up at the right time for Northport to fuel the Batang Pier to the playoffs of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. Munzon top scored for coach Bonnie Tan with an all-around game of 20 points, four rebounds, four assists,…
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Corach Rambler: Grand National hero set for Cheltenham Gold Cup bid before Aintree tilt | Racing News
Grand National winner Corach Rambler will head straight for the Gold Cup at Cheltenham before aiming to repeat his Aintree heroics in April. Corach Rambler was last seen running an encouraging race to be third in the Betfair Chase but trainer Lucinda Russell feels he would have too much weight to carry in the Ultima…
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Dwight Howard invites fans for his Philippines arrival
FILE–Former NBA player Dwight Howard. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images/AFP MANILA, Philippines—“Superman” got a message for his Filipino fans. While Dwight Howard posting a hilarious Tiktok video on Instagram wasn’t much of a surprise, his message to the country’s basketball fans was a bit unusual—in a good way. Some basketball icons want their arrival to the…
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Men’s T20 World Cup: England grouped with Australia as India face Pakistan in New York | Cricket News
Defending champions England have been grouped with Australia for the Men’s T20 World Cup in June, while India will face Pakistan in New York. The 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup is being co-hosted by America and West Indies, with USA facing Canada in the opening game on June 1 and the final to take place…
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PBA: Rain or Shine fends off Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson, TNT
Rain or Shine import Demetrius Treadwell against TNT in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines–Rain or Shine used a strong finishing kick on Friday night to take down perennial title contender TNT, 119-112, in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. The Elastopainters turned to import Tree Treadwell inside the final three minutes of the critical…
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