Gin Kings take first of two closeout chances

Chris Banchero (with ball) and the Bolts hope to hold on better to lead this time around. —PBA IMAGES Barangay Ginebra has won two straight games against Meralco in their PBA Philippine Cup semifinal series, and the crowd darlings intend to keep their streaking ways knowing all too well what lies beyond. The Gin Kings…

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Dan Evans and Katie Boulter suffers first-round French Open defeats at Roland Garros | Tennis News

Dan Evans was left in a flap by Holger Rune, the umpire and a pigeon as he exited the French Open in the first round again, while Katie Boulter suffered late-night heartbreak against Paula Badosa. Evans, the British No 3 was startled by a bird and rowed furiously with chair official Jaume Campistol before being…

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Bacyadan flaunts power, trounces first-round foe

Hergie Bacyadan is looking to wear the Philippine colors in the Paris Olympics. —HERGIE BACYADAN/INSTAGRAM Hergie Bacyadan exactly knows the damage her fists are capable of executing, and she’s letting them fly in the ongoing World Olympic Qualification Tournament in Bangkok, Thailand. Spain’s Dunia Martinez became the recipient of such explosiveness as Bacyadan completely demolished…

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Boxing Shoes: Style vs. Function – Finding the Right Balance

Boxing shoes are an essential piece of equipment for any boxer or fighter. They provide grip, support, and protection to the feet during intense training and bouts. However, finding the right balance between style and function can be a challenge for many athletes. When it comes to choosing the perfect pair of boxing shoes, there…

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Snus in football: PFA survey finds around one in five footballers using tobacco product or nicotine pouches | Football News

Around one in five male and female professional players who took part in a new survey are currently using snus, nicotine pouches or both. The study by Loughborough University, commissioned by the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA), also identified that two out of five had tried the pouches at least once in the past. The report…

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Panique answers Alas Pilipinas fight call with no hesitation

Arah Panique provides spark for Alas Pilipinas in loss to Kazakhstan in the AVC Challenge Cup 2024 semifinals. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net Arah Panique doesn’t really mind getting a late call just to fill in a vacant spot. “Given the opportunity, I showed tonight what I’m capable of,’’ the opposite hitter out of UAAP champion National University…

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England vs Pakistan: Rain sees third T20I in Cardiff abandoned without ball being bowled | Cricket News

England’s T20 World Cup preparations were again hit by poor weather as the third T20 international against Pakistan in Cardiff was abandoned without a ball bowled. The four-match series also opened with a washout at Headingley on Wednesday, before England triumphed by 23 runs in the second T20I at Edgbaston on Saturday. Rain began to…

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De Brito focused on Alas Pilipinas bid, not contract extension

SCHEDULE: Alas Pilipinas at AVC Challenge Cup 2024 Alas Pilipinas coach Jorge Souza de Brito talks to his coaching staff during an AVC Challenge Cup 2024 game. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIREr.net MANILA, Philippines — Alas Pilipinas coach Jorge Souza De Brito is not thinking of his possible contract extension with the Philippine women’s volleyball program as he…

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Man Utd latest: Why Southgate won’t 'engage' despite interest

Sky Sports chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol looks at Manchester United’s managerial future and why Gareth Southgate isn’t ready to engage in any conversations at this moment in time.

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Ray Parks, Nagoya negotiate contract extension

FILE – Nagoya Diamond Dolphins’ Ray Parks during a game against Levanga Hokkaido in the Japan B.League. Photo from Nagoya Dolphins Twitter MANILA, Philippines—The Filipino import free agency frenzy continues in the Japan B.League. This time, it’s Bobby Ray Parks Jr. who could be departing Nagoya after the club announced that his contract with the…

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