Category: Sports
Fiba OQT stint signals return of PH as a serious global force
The Filipinos certainly made heads turn in Latvia. — PHOTOS FROM FIBA.COM Gilas Pilipinas may have lost its all-important match against Brazil in the Fiba Olympic Qualifying Tournament (OQT) in Latvia on Saturday, but the National Five, however, can now boast of something Philippine basketball wasn’t able to speak of for decades. After a masterful…
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British GP: Lando Norris ‘fed up’ as McLaren admit to errors after missing out on Silvestone victory | F1 News
Lando Norris admitted to being “fed up” after narrowly missing out on another Formula 1 victory at the British Grand Prix. Norris came from fourth to take the lead at his home race, but the British driver and his McLaren team combined to make several errors around a final pit stop which gave up the…
Read MoreNimes camp set up for six PH para bets to train, taper off
The Philippine contingent for the Paralympic Games in Paris starting Aug. 28 will have a considerable period to get acclimatized as they set up camp in Nimes, France, two weeks before the opening ceremonies. The 10-day stay at a sports facility in the southern French city serves not only as their tapering period but the…
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Emma Raducanu: Brit tumbles out of Wimbledon at hands of qualifier Lulu Sun | Tennis News
Wild card Emma Raducanu was shocked by qualifier Lulu Sun as her encouraging Wimbledon run came to a disappointing end in the fourth round on a gloomy Sunday. The 21-year-old had inspired hopes of more US Open-style heroics by coming through her opening three matches without dropping a set. But she looked nervous against powerful…
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Romualdez praises Gilas Pilipinas after Fiba OQT campaign
Gilas Pilipinas ends its Fiba OQT run and dreams of making it to the Paris Olympics with a loss to Brazil in the semifinals. –FIBA PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Martin Romualdez expressed admiration for Gilas Pilipinas for demonstrating “unparalleled determination, skill and heart” despite losing to Brazil in the semifinals of the Fiba…
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Match Report – Salford 22 – 20 Hull
Salford Red Devils profit from missed conversion from Hull FC’s Ben Reynolds late on to extend winning run to four matches; Marc Sneyd registers five goals on 300th Super League appearance as home side consolidate fifth spot in table – watch every Super League match live on Sky Sports Last Updated: 07/07/24 5:59pm Salford held…
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One-armed wonder Necky Tortosa chases JPGT finals slot
Necky Tortosa. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Growing up in Santa Barbara, Iloilo, Necky Tortosa found herself naturally gravitating towards golf. It’s no surprise given that her hometown is not only host to the country’s first golf club but also boasts the oldest existing golf course in Southeast Asia. However, unlike many of her peers who might have…
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John Cena: WWE legend to retire from in-ring competition at end of 2025
John Cena will retire from in-ring competition with WWE at the end of 2025, bringing an end to a career that has included winning 16 world championships. Cena appeared at WWE’s Money in the Bank event in Toronto on Saturday night to reveal that he would embark on a farewell tour next year. The 47-year-old…
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Czechia wins Challenger Cup, earns VNL spot with near-perfect run
Czechia is crowned FIVB Challenger Cup champion.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines–Czechia topped Puerto Rico, 25-23, 25-20, 18-25, 25-18, to reign supreme in the 2024 FIVB Women’s Volleyball Challenger Cup on Sunday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila. Opposite hitter Gabriela Orvosova hammered out 25 points on 23 hits and two blocks as Czechia also booked…
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Joshua Zirkzee: Manchester United reach broad agreement with Bologna striker amid increased optimism over deal | Transfer Centre News
There is increased optimism from all parties that a deal can be finalised for Joshua Zirkzee’s move from Bologna to Manchester United. Extensive talks have taken place with Zirkzee’s representatives and there is a broad agreement on terms with the player. As was reported by Sky Sports, United have made it clear they will meet the 23-year-old’s £34m release clause.…
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