MANILA, Philippines — Clearskiiin found a much-needed spark from Angela Gayud to stay unbeaten in two games in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference after turning back the AEP Cabstars, 25-18, 19-25, 25-23, 25-23, on Wednesday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre. After losing the second set, the UV Smashers turned to Gayud, who proved his

MANILA, Philippines–The NBA announced that 125 international players from 43 countries across six continents are on opening-night rosters for the 2026-27 season, tying the league record for countries represented. Opening-night rosters also feature a record more than 60 players who were born in Africa or have at least one parent born on the continent, while

MANILA, Philippines–The 2026-27 NBA season tipped off today, October 21 (October 20 in the US) with the Detroit Pistons, Philadelphia 76ers and Oklahoma City Thunder starting their campaign on a high note. NBA scores today: October 21 Pistons vs Celtics Javonte Green scored 19 points after not playing in the first half and Cade Cunningham

Defending world champion Aurora Gaming avoided a major blunder after surviving the gritty Smart Omega, 3-2, in the MPL Philippines Season 18 play-ins on late Wednesday.

SAN FRANCISCO— Well before tipoff, Atlanta coach Karl Smesko could see it in his superstar’s face: a sheer focus and fierce determination fixed on a single purpose to take over in every aspect. Angel Reese fully realized her team couldn’t afford to fall behind by two games to the Golden State Valkyries in the best-of-seven

ROTTERDAM–Japan won the men’s team title at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Rotterdam on Tuesday, with Daiki Hashimoto producing a standout display as he helped his country finish ahead of Russia and China. The battle for gold went down to the final of six rotations, with Japan and China separated by a mere one-tenth

James Orman slotted his first Hong Kong treble at Happy Valley on Wednesday night as champion jockey Zac Purton continued his momentum with a three-timer of his own. Orman bagged his biggest haul since joining the city’s elite riding ranks in February last year when he booted home the Caspar Fownes-trained Verbier, Chris So Wai-yin’s Malpensa and the Ricky Yiu Poon-fai-trained Solid Win. “It’s my first treble in Hong Kong and I’m very excited, very happy,” Orman said. “I came here with good...

Magnolia had the luxury of resting its usual stars as its young guns stepped up to lead the Hotshots to a 107-103 takedown of Rain or Shine in the PBA Season 50 Governors' Cup.

Cyril Cloyd Ongcoy captured the bronze medal in the men"s 1500m T12/13 event at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan on Wednesday.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander said the Oklahoma City Thunder are “hungry” for more success after exacting a small measure of revenge on the San Antonio Spurs in their NBA season-opener on Tuesday. Gilgeous-Alexander launched his account for the 2026-2027 campaign with a 32-point display as Oklahoma City scored a 116-104 win on the road over the team

LeBron James said the Philadelphia 76ers still had plenty of room for improvement after launching their NBA season with an impressive opening night victory over the New York Knicks on Tuesday. James, 41, launched his quest for a fifth NBA championship with 14 points and seven assists in a 106-100 defeat of the reigning NBA

MEXICO CITY — Sergio “Checo” Pérez has been back in Formula 1 for less than a season and is already contemplating retirement. The Mexican driver said Tuesday that bringing Cadillac into a leading role in the sport’s top tier will take time, but he does not plan on competing with the team for much longer. “It’s a project that requires more time than I initially thought,” Pérez said in an interview with Televisa network. “I think giving a specific number (of years) is difficult, but it won’t be much longer.” The 36-year-old Pérez missed last season when Red Bull dropped him, but returned with Cadillac as it made its debut in the top category. His best results this season are a pair of 14th-place finishes. In addition, he has retired from five races due to various issues. “People who understand Formula 1 know the level I am driving at. It brought me great satisfaction to prove to myself that the circumstances of recent years were what kept me from showing my full talent,” he added. Cadillac, which also has Valtteri Bottas driving for the team, is bottom of the constructors’ championship, having yet to score a single point. “I’m aware that we are much closer to the end than the beginning, but that’s why I want to fully enjoy these Grands Prix — they are a dream,” Pérez said. Pérez explained that a key reason for considering retirement is wanting to spend more time with his wife, Carola Martínez, and their four children. “What really holds me back (from continuing) is my kids. I would love to stay as long as Fernando (Alonso), for example, but my children are at an age where I want to be around more,” he added. For now, Pérez is gearing up to compete in the United States Grand Prix later this week before heading to his home race, the Mexican Grand Prix, where he will reach 300 Formula 1 starts. “I’m excited about projects outside of motorsport,” he said. “I want to finish my time in Formula 1 on a high note, and all I can say is that we will know when (I retire) soon.”

Veteran Chinese hurdler Wu Yanni has responded to renewed public criticism following her bronze-medal finish in the 100m hurdles at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, revealing recent physical health struggles and vowing to continue competing for as long as her body allows. In a series of interview videos released on Tuesday and Wednesday, the outspoken athlete addressed accusations of being “high-profile” and “talking big”. “My mother thinks I talk too big, but I don’t think I do,” Wu said....

Veteran Chinese hurdler Wu Yanni has responded to renewed public criticism following her bronze-medal finish in the 100m hurdles at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, revealing recent physical health struggles and vowing to continue competing for as long as her body allows. In a series of interview videos released on Tuesday and Wednesday, the outspoken athlete addressed accusations of being “high-profile” and “talking big”. “My mother thinks I talk too big, but I don’t think I do,” Wu said....

The NBA will make what it calls the biggest investment ever into European basketball when it starts a new league there in 2027, deputy commissioner Mark Tatum said in a meeting with reporters on Tuesday. Tatum, speaking a few hours before the start of the NBA season, said again that the planned October 2027 launch

SAN ANTONIO — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 32 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder opened their season with a 116-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, the team that ended their dreams of a title defense last season. San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama had 12 points but was 1 for 13 from the field. It was

MANILA, Philippines -- Veejay Pre took charge in second overtime to lift University of the Philippines past University of Santo Tomas, 103-101, in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament at the Mall of Asia Arena Wednesday. Pre scored seven of his game high 30 points in the second extra period including a split from the free throw line with 2.1 seconds remaining to give the Fighting Maroons a 2-point lead. James Payosing then shut down a potential game-winner from the Growling Tigers with a steal in the tightly-contested ball game. Pre, who became the first UP player to score 30 points in eight years, also logged 16 rebounds, four steals, and three assists. Claiming their fourth straight win, the Fighting Maroons improved to 6-2 for the solo lead in the team standings, while the Tigers dropped to 4-4 for a share of fifth place with the De La Salle Green Archers.

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Pelicans have exercised a fourth-year option on third-year center Yves Missi, as well as third-year options on both of their 2025 first-round draft picks: guard Jeremiah Fears and forward Derik Queen. The moves, announced Tuesday, were expected as Missi is the club’s projected starting center this season, while both

WASHINGTON — Top draft pick AJ Dybantsa will miss the season opener for the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night with a sprained ankle. Coach Brian Keefe said Tuesday that Dybantsa would not play against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Wizards took him No. 1 out of BYU in this year’s draft. READ: NBA: Dybantsa, Young, Davis

Veejay Pre erupted for 30 points to lead the University of the Philippines past the University of Santo Tomas, 103-101, in double overtime in the UAAP Season 89 men"s basketball tournament.

George King put the punctuation to San Miguel's 135-133 come-from-behind win over first-round tormentor NLEX in the PBA Season 50 Governors' Cup on Wednesday at the Ynares Center Antipolo.

UAAP Season 89 Men’s Basketball Tournament UP def. UST (2OT), 103-101 VEEJAY PRE Player of the game #UAAPSeason89

DETROIT — Paul George looks like he’s still got it. He scored 38 points — the most by a Boston Celtic in his debut, and the fifth-most by a player in his first game with an NBA franchise — in a 121-113 collapsing defeat Tuesday. “I’m not a moral victory guy,” George said after making

Hong Kong delivered a strong medal haul at the Asian Para Games on Wednesday, with the city winning their first gold after boccia player Vivian Lau Wai-yan beat teammate Cheung Yuen in the final in Nagoya. City athletes also won four silver and four bronze medals during an action-packed day in Japan. The main area of success for the city’s men and women was on the boccia court, where Hong Kong enjoyed a dominant outing, eventually claiming one gold, three silvers and one bronze. Lau and Cheung...

NEW YORK — LeBron James got the business from Knicks fans still gloating and riding an emotional high from an NBA championship banner celebration. As he stepped to the free-throw line for the Philadelphia 76ers early in Tuesday night’s season opener, Knicks fans erupted toward James with chants of “We don’t want you! We don’t

DETROIT — Javonte Green scored 19 points after not playing in the first half and Cade Cunningham finished with 22 points and eight assists, helping the Detroit Pistons come back and beat the Boston Celtics 121-113 on Tuesday. The NBA picked the matinee matchup to tip off the season and it delivered plenty of entertainment.

NEW YORK — The Philadelphia 76ers sent an opening-night message they’ll be a contender for the New York Knicks’ NBA title after adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, rallying for a 106-100 victory Tuesday. Tyrese Maxey scored 28 points and Brown had 19 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first game since being

NEW YORK — The NBA championship banner kept rising high above everyone on the court, just like OG Anunoby did the last time the New York Knicks played a meaningful game at Madison Square Garden. And just like that night four months ago, it felt as if fans would never stop cheering. The Knicks celebrated

Onic Philippines survived a major scare from TNC Pro Team, escaping with a nail-biting 3-2 victory in the MPL Philippines Season 18 play-ins on Wednesday at the Philsports Arena.

MANILA, Philippines -- De La Salle University foiled University of the East in overtime, 97-88, at the Mall of Asia Arena Wednesday to snap a 2-game losing skid in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament. Joaquin Tovera, Henry Agunanne and Mason Amos scored key baskets in the extra period as well as Earl Abadam who drilled the dagger trey to give the Green Archers a 96-86 lead with 14 seconds to go. Amos finished with 17 points and nine rebounds while Agunane pumped in 13 points and seven boards for La Salle which improved to 4-4. Tope Lagat scored 20 points and logged six steals and five boards to pace the Red Warriors, who remain winless in eight games.