• November 22, 2024

Grand Slam of Darts: Luke Littler aims for semi-final spot as ‘untouchable’ Gian van Veen faces Gary Anderson | Darts News

Saturday’s Grand Slam of Darts quarter-finals see teenager Luke Littler face Jermaine Wattimena, while two-time former world champion Gary Anderson plays Gian van Veen. The tournament already has one semi-final line-up decided and it is a shock one, with world number 45 Martin Lukeman taking on Grand Slam debutant Mickey Mansell. Both players will feature…

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Carlos Yulo aims for perfect road to second PH Olympic gold

Carlos Yulo will be among the top medal bets for Team Philippines in the Paris Olympics 2024. A battle-seasoned Carlos Yulo has morphed into a more driven version of himself, with his vision of striking Olympic gold, this time in Paris, still his biggest career target. “I keep telling myself that this is my time.…

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Almonte aims to redeem self in PVL after down year with Adamson

Lucille Almonte, center, during the PVL Rookie Draft combine.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Lucille Almonte is raring to redeem herself after a subpar final year with Adamson in the UAAP as she hopes to prove her worth in PVL. Almonte, who had a reduced playing time when Adamson missed the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball…

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Spanish GP: Lando Norris aims to capitalise after Max Verstappen declares dominance ‘completely gone’ | F1 News

Lando Norris is determined to grab the “opportunity” presented by his second career F1 pole position in Sunday’s Spanish Grand Prix after Max Verstappen declared Red Bull’s dominance to now be “completely gone”. Norris will start from pole position ahead of championship leader Verstappen having produced what he described as the best-ever lap of his…

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Max Verstappen aims for another win at Spanish Grand Prix

Red Bull’s Dutch driver Max Verstappen walks before during the first practice session at the Circuit de Catalunya on June 21, 2024 in Montmelo, on the outskirts of Barcelona, ahead of the Spanish F1 Grand Prix. (Photo by Manaure QUINTERO / AFP) MONTMELO, Spain — Max Verstappen will be out to quash any hopes that…

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In hostile Boston, Mavs’ Irving aims to keep focus on NBA Finals

Kyrie Irving of the Dallas Mavericks looks to pass the ball during the third quarter against the Boston Celtics in Game Two of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 09, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.  (Getty Images via AFP) NEW YORK – Resigned to the villain’s role in Boston, Dallas star Kyrie Irving…

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Late call-up Arah Panique aims to make an impact for Alas Pilipinas

Alas Pilipinas’ Arah Panique during the AVC Challenge Cup press conference.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Despite being a late addition to the team, Arah Panique is eager to help Alas Pilipinas in the AVC Challenge Cup, which fires off on Wednesday at Rizal Memorial Coliseum. Panique, a backup spiker for National University, will have to…

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Veloso aims to make most of PH hosting of FIVB men’s world tilt

Coach Sergio Veloso.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Philippine men’s volleyball team coach Sergio Veloso is pleased to have Dante Alinsunurin on his side as the country braces for its participation and hosting of the FIVB Men’s World Championship next year. Alinsunurin, who parted ways with the national team last year, returns to the program as…

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Lauren Price aims to match Katie Taylor influence ahead of first world title fight against Jessica McCaskill | Boxing News

Lauren Price is aiming to mirror Katie Taylor’s ground-breaking influence in Ireland as she seeks to become world champion on the road to greatness in a new era for Welsh boxing. The Olympic gold medallist is gearing up for her first world title opportunity as she prepares to take on Jessica McCaskill for the WBA,…

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Super League: St Helens head coach Paul Wellens aims to make most of ‘fresh start’ for team in 2024 | Rugby League News

Two games, two wins, and just one try conceded. It is still very early days in the 2024 season, but Paul Wellens is understandably pleased with how St Helens have begun their attempt to regain the Betfred Super League title. A quest for an unprecedented fifth-straight Grand Final triumph was ended by an agonising defeat…

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