Trump sowing divisions, says basketball's LeBron James

Basketball great LeBron James on Tuesday accused President Donald Trump of intensifying racial divisions in the United States.
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LeBron just what doctor ordered for lowly NBA Lakers

LeBron James says he is looking forward to the challenge of turning around the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers, who are coming off the worst five-year period in franchise history.
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Hawks waive Carmelo Anthony after buyout agreement

The Atlanta Hawks have placed Carmelo Anthony on waivers, hours after reaching an agreement on a contract buyout. He will become a free agent once he clears waivers.  
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ONE Chairman and Evolve MMA owner says Team Lakay is Asia's best

ONE Championship chairman and Evolve MMA owner  Chatri Sityodtong conceded that Baguio City's Team Lakay was the number one mixed martial arts camp in Asia today.
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Dustin Johnson extends lead as world number one

American Dustin Johnson extended his lead over Justin Rose as world number one on Monday, after easing to victory in the Canadian Open the previous day.
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Hamilton wins in Hungary to stretch F1 title lead

Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton won the Hungarian Grand Prix from pole position for Mercedes on Sunday to go into the August break with a 24-point lead over Ferrari rival Sebastian Vettel.
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Thomas takes maiden title as Sky extend Tour reign

Geraint Thomas tightened Team Sky's grip on the Tour de France when he handed the British outfit their sixth title in seven years on Sunday and there is no sign that their domination will end anytime soon.
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Pacquiao should fight Horn, not Lomachenko or Crawford - Roach

Hall of Fame trainer Freddie Roach revealed that the had a conversation with Manny Pacquiao following the Filipino's stoppage victory against Lucas Matthysse earlier this month in Kuala Lumpur.
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PBA: Cabagnot tallies career-high 33 as San Miguel evens series vs. Ginebra

Alex Cabagnot tallied a career-high 33 points as the San Miguel Beermen outgunned Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, 134-109, to even the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals series on Sunday at the Araneta Coliseum.
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Number one golfer Dustin Johnson gets another shot at Canada Open

A hard-charging Dustin Johnson fired a seven-under 65 to seize a share of the third round lead at the Canadian Open on Saturday, setting the world number one up for another shot at a title that has slipped his grasp.
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I can take Nguyen's right hand, knew his game plan - Kevin Belingon

Newly crowned ONE interim bantamweight champion Kevin Belingon once again proved that no one in his division could out-strike by masterfully besting two-division champion Martin Nguyen in the main event of "ONE: Reign of Kings" Friday night at Mall of Asia Arena.
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New Knicks coach Fizdale visits Porzingis in Latvia

New New York Knicks coach David Fizdale went a long way to meet with All-Star forward Kristaps Porzingis.
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LeBron James regrets pressuring son by naming him LeBron Jr.

LeBron James said he regrets putting additional pressure on his 14-year-old son by naming him LeBron James Jr.
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Rockets, Clint Capela agree to $90M deal --report

Restricted free agent center Clint Capela signed a five-year, $90 million contract with the Houston Rockets, ESPN reported Friday.
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IAAF maintains ban on Russia over widespread doping

Russia's ban from international athletics over widespread doping has been maintained by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), the president of the sport's governing body, Sebastian Coe, said on Friday.
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Kevin Belingon puts on striking win against Martin Nguyen

Kevin Belingon is the newest champion from Team Lakay after he captured the ONE interim bantamweight title following a dominant performance against two-division champion Martin Nguyen in the main event of 'ONE: Reign of Kings' Friday night at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
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Eduard Folayang outpoints Russian foe in ‘ONE: Reign of Kings’

Former ONE lightweight champion Eduard Folayang of Team Lakay added yet another victory on his resume following a unanimous decision nod over the previously unbeaten Aziz Pahrudinov on the undercard of "ONE: Reign of Kings" Friday night at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.
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Brownlee fires 42 as Ginebra takes Game 1

Justin Brownlee fired 42 points on a high 89 percent clip as Barangay Ginebra San Miguel dominated the San Miguel Beermen, 127-99 to take Game 1 of the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup finals.
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Team Lakay's Joshua Pacio pops foe's shoulder in the first round

Young phenom Joshua Pacio of Baguio City's Team Lakay scored yet another spectacular submission victory this time against the previously unbeaten Pongsiri Mitsatit of Thailand in the preliminary of "ONE: Reign of Kings" Friday night at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.
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PHL's Rene Catalan continues win streak in ‘ONE: Reign of Kings’

Former SEA Games Wushu gold medalist Rene Catalan extended his winning streak to five following a dominant performance over previously unbeaten Stefer Rahardian of Indonesia in the preliminary of "ONE: Reign of Kings" Friday night at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay
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Ex-NBA star Lamar Odom, 38, announces plan to play in China

Lamar Odom, who last played pro basketball five years ago, announced Thursday on Instagram that he will make a comeback with an unnamed team in China.  
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Celtics’ Kyrie Irving says he’ll be ready for camp

Boston Celtics star Kyrie Irving is confident he'll be ready for training camp after undergoing season-ending knee surgery in March.  
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Timing not optimal: SBP withdraws national team from 2018 Asian Games

Hours after the PBA Board announced that the core players of Rain or Shine Elastopainters will be sent to the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia this August, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) on Thursday night decided not to send a delegation.
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MMA star Conor McGregor pleads guilty to role in New York melee

Mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor pleaded guilty on Thursday in Brooklyn as part of a deal with prosecutors to resolve charges over an April melee at the Barclays Center arena.
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Martin Nguyen promises fireworks, says he has size advantage over Kevin Belingon

ONE featherweight and lightweight champion Martin Nguyen knows that he will be the bigger man when he lock horns for the ONE interim bantamweight title against Kevin Belingon in the main event of ONE: Reign of Kings on July 27 at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.
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41-year-old Vince Carter reportedly joins Hawks

Vince Carter is slated to play a 21st NBA season after agreeing to a one-year deal worth $2.4 million with the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
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Pacquiao still at his prime: ‘I feel like I’m 27 years old’

Happiness, Filipino boxing icon and senator Manny Pacquiao reveals, is the secret to maintaining youthful energy and stamina.
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Kapuso network hosts welcome dinner for WBA champ Pacquiao

A welcome and congratulatory dinner was held by the Kapuso network on Wednesday evening for Filipino boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao after he recently claimed the WBA Welterweight title against Argentinian Lucas Matthysse in Malaysia.
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Report: Kawhi Leonard passes physical with Raptors

Kawhi Leonard is officially a member of the Toronto Raptors after passing his physical with the team, according to a report by ESPN's Brian Windhorst on Tuesday night.
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Cavs, Love agree to four-year, $120M extension

Kevin Love is the new centerpiece of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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Dwyane Wade offered $25M over three years by Chinese team --report

With his NBA future still undecided, Dwyane Wade is apparently being courted heavily by teams in the Chinese Basketball Association.
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Serena Williams to compete as wild card in Rogers Cup in Montreal

Former world number one Serena Williams has been given a wild card to compete in next month's Rogers Cup in Montreal, tournament organizers said on Tuesday.
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Team Lakay head coach: 'Kevin Belingon more prepared than ever for upcoming fight'

If Team Lakay was to make a business move, Kevin Belingon would be in the sidelines waiting for his imminent title shot against ONE bantamweight champion Bibiano Fernandes.
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ONE Chairman reveals it was Kevin Belingon's choice to fight Martin Nguyen

Bantamweight contender Kevin Belingon of Team Lakay could be sitting and waiting for his hard earned world title shot right now, yet he opted to be involved in a high risk match up against two-division champion Martin Nguyen in the main event of 'ONE: Reign of Kings' on July 27 at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
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Alaphilippe whizzes to second stage win as Thomas retains yellow jersey

Julian Alaphilippe's descending skills made the difference as the Frenchman claimed his second victory in this year's Tour de France to take the 16th stage on Tuesday.
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Pacquiao: My heart is OK, healthy

Filipino boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao assured the Filipino people Tuesday that he is healthy after undergoing an angiogram days before his fight against Argentine boxer Lucas Matthysse.  
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Sotto files reso honoring Pacquiao TKO win vs. Matthysse

Senate President Vicente Sotto III has filed a resolution congratulating Senator Manny Pacquiao for claiming his 11th world title by defeating World Boxing Association welterweight champion Lucas Matthysse in their fight in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on July 15.  
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Kawhi Leonard reportedly to attend Team USA camp

A week after being traded from the San Antonio Spurs to the Toronto Raptors, Kawhi Leonard is expected to attend the US national basketball team's camp in Las Vegas this week, according to a TSN report.  
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Ex-Spur Tony Parker makes switch to Charlotte official

Four-time NBA champion Tony Parker officially became a member of the Charlotte Hornets on Monday, joining the Eastern Conference team after 17 seasons with the San Antonio Spurs.
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Mavericks sign Dirk Nowitzki for record 21st season

The Dallas Mavericks have re-signed Dirk Nowitzki, which will make the German star the first player in NBA history to play 21 straight seasons with the same team.
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Ginebra staves off Rain or Shine late, enters finals

Barangay Ginebra San Miguel fended off a determined Rain or Shine squad on Monday, securing a 96-94 victory in Game 4 of their best-of-five semifinals series to reach the finals of the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
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Federer withdraws from Toronto event to lighten schedule

World number two Roger Federer has withdrawn from next month's Rogers Cup in Toronto as part of his ongoing strategy to lighten his schedule and conserve energy for the top events, tournament organisers said on Monday.
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American Lochte banned 14 months for anti-doping violation

Six-time Olympic gold medallist swimmer Ryan Lochte has accepted a 14-month suspension for his use of a prohibited intravenous infusion, U.S. Swimming said on Monday.
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Joshua Pacio inspired by teammates' success ahead of upcoming fight

Young phenom and one-time world title challenger Joshua Pacio of Team Lakay has all the inspiration he needs ahead of his upcoming fight against Thailand's Pongsiri Mitsatit on the undercard of "ONE: Reign of Kings" on July 27 at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.
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Molinari plots course through the mayhem to win Open

Francesco Molinari kept the coolest head in Carnoustie as he steered a steady course through a wild afternoon of nailbiting tension at the British Open on Sunday to become the first Italian major champion.
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Beermen bury Aces, barge into finals

The San Miguel Beermen relied on June Mar Fajardo and Alex Cabagnot to defeat the Alaska Aces, 104-99, and earn the first finals berth in the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
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Tokyo christens futuristic 2020 Olympic mascots

Japanese organizers formally introduced their doe-eyed 2020 Olympic mascots to the world on Sunday, christening them with superhero names that could provide a tongue-twisting challenge to some.
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Brownlee scores 44 as Ginebra takes 2-1 lead vs Rain or Shine

The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters ran out of steam late, allowing Barangay Ginebra San Miguel to post a 75-72 victory on Saturday and take a 2-1 series lead in the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup best-of-five semifinals.
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Sizzling 66 puts charging Woods in the mix

Three-time champion Tiger Woods rolled back the years and roared into contention at the British Open with a sizzling third-round 66 at Carnoustie on Saturday.
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Sacramento Kings, Bjelica agree to three-year deal --report

The Sacramento Kings have leveraged their position as one of the only remaining teams with meaningful cap space to lure yet another free agent away from a prior commitment.
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Aces down Beermen, prevent sweep

The Alaska Aces buried the San Miguel Beermen early and never looked back, scoring a 125-104 win on Friday to prevent a sweep of their 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup best-of-five series.
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Spurs announce signing of Dante Cunningham

The San Antonio Spurs announced on Friday the team has signed free agent forward Dante Cunningham.
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No top sprinters left? All good for Sagan as Thomas retains Tour lead

With most of the top sprinters out of the Tour de France after punishing mountain treks, world champion Peter Sagan claimed a third stage victory at the Tour de France on Friday, winning the relatively flat 169.5-km ride from Bourg d’Oisans by a whisker.
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Aussie Thon Maker disagrees with FIBA suspension

The Milwaukee Bucks' Australian center Thon Maker on Friday said he disagreed with the FIBA's decision to suspend him from three games following his involvement in a brawl with Gilas Pilipinas at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 Asian Qualifiers.
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PBA to abide by FIBA decision to suspend 10 Gilas players, 2 coaches

The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) on Friday said it is abiding by the decision of FIBA to suspend 10 Gilas Pilipinas players and two coaches, but expressed its support to the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas if ever it decides to appeal the sanctions imposed.
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DeMarcus Cousins: ‘Don’t care’ about backlash over joining Warriors

DeMarcus Cousins isn't concerned about the public backlash that ensued when news broke of his agreement to join the Golden State Warriors, saying he's become "numb" to criticism.
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Carmelo Anthony set for free agency after three-team NBA deal

Carmelo Anthony will become a free agent after being a key figure in a three-team NBA trade Thursday involving the Oklahoma City Thunder, Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers, according to reports.
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Pacquiao says he underwent angiogram days before bout with Matthysse

Filipino boxing icon Senator Manny Pacquiao had undergone angiogram in a hospital in Manila to determine whether he is suffering from heart problem days before his fight against Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse.
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Mavericks, Nowitzki agree to $5M deal; Ferrell agrees to two-year deal

Dirk Nowitzki is coming back for a 21st season with the Dallas Mavericks, as expected.  
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Yap shines as Elasto Painters tie series vs Ginebra

The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters tied their best-of-five series at one game apiece after defeating Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, 109-100, on Thursday in the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals.
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Folayang picks Belingon to beat Martin Nguyen

Former ONE lightweight champion Eduard Folayang of Team Lakay is picking his teammate to emerge victorious when Kevin Belingon squares off against Martin Nguyen for the ONE interim bantamweight title in the main event of 'ONE: Reign of Kings' on July 27 at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
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Behind closed doors: What it means for the Filipino fans

No crowd, but there broadcast coverage is allowed.
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No replacements yet eyed for 10 suspended Gilas players

SBP President Al Panlilio clarified, however, that the suspensions will only affect the 2019 Asian Qualifiers, and not PBA games.
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Refs not spared in the aftermath of Gilas-Australia brawl

They will be removed from the FIBA Elite Program.
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FIBA slaps suspension, fine on Aussie team following 'basketbrawl' with Gilas

Three Boomers players were suspended
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FIBA: Next Gilas game to be played behind closed doors

Philippines will play the next home game behind closed doors, “while a ban for two more home games has been placed under a probationary period of 3 years.”
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FIBA suspends 10 Gilas players, 2 coaches for brawl with Australia

Assistant Coach Joseph Uichico is also  suspended for 3 games for unsportsmanlike behavior, while Head Coach Vincent ‘Chot’ Reyes is suspended for 1 game.
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Jabari Parker relishes ‘dream’ move to hometown bulls

Jabari Parker, who has endured the NBA player's nightmare of a torn knee ligament not once but twice, is now enjoying the "dream come true" of playing for his hometown Chicago Bulls.
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Lakers sign Berry despite Summer League injury

The Los Angeles Lakers announced Wednesday that they have signed undrafted free agent Joel Berry II to take part in camp, a day after the team finished runner-up in the Las Vegas Summer League.
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Seven new events at 2022 Winter Games to boost women's participation -- IOC

Seven new events have been added to the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics program, which paves the way for the highest representation of female athletes at the event, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Wednesday.
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Wade still unsure of NBA future but signs lifetime shoe deal

Dwyane Wade still has not decided if he will continue his NBA career, but he's working hard to make sure his post-NBA career is set.
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Folayang in a must win fight to keep himself in title mix

Former ONE lightweight champion Eduard Folayang of Baguio City's Team Lakay knows all too well that he cannot afford to lose a single bout if he wants to keep himself in contention for another title run.
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Spurs trade Kawhi to Raptors for De Rozan

San Antonio agreed to ship Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green to the Toronto Raptors for DeMar DeRozan, Jakob Poeltl and a protected 2019 first-round pick, ending more than seven months of off-court drama for the Spurs.
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Weather postpones PBA semis anew

Game Three of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals between the San Miguel Beermen and the Alaska Aces scheduled for Wednesday has been postponed.  
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Curry to also skip Team USA minicamp --report

A day after ESPN reported that LeBron James will miss Team USA's minicamp in Las Vegas next week, the outlet reported Tuesday that Stephen Curry will do the same.
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Warriors officially sign head coach Steve Kerr to contract extension

The Golden State Warriors have signed head coach Steve Kerr to a contract extension, the team announced Tuesday.
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Kevin Belingon says speed is key in beating Martin Nguyen

Hard-hitting bantamweight contender Kevin Belingon of Team Lakay believes he has the speed advantage over two-division champion Martin Nguyen when they square off for the ONE interim bantamweight title in the main event of 'ONE: Reign of Kings' on July 27 at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
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British Open is his best chance of winning another major, Woods says

Tiger Woods says the British Open represents his best chance of winning another major championship, and with some "cleaner golf" this might be the week be breaks his decade-plus major drought.
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Pacquiao on retired Mayweather: Kung bumalik siya, pwedeng hamunin

Newly crowned World Boxing Association welterweight champion Senator Manny Pacquiao on Tuesday raised the possibility of a rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr. if the undefeated champion came out of retirement.
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GMA Network’s Pacquiao-Matthysse coverage is most-watched nationwide

 GMA posted an overnight people audience share of 49.2 percent in the National Urban Television Audience Measure (NUTAM)
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Dancing, military parade greet Asian Games flame in Indonesia

The torch for the 18th Asian Games was welcomed to the Indonesian city of Yogyakarta Tuesday, with a military parade, traditional dancing and a flypast by the airforce.
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Pacquiao’s family supports his decision to keep boxing

Senator Manny Pacquiao's family on Tuesday expressed full support for his decision to continue boxing despite their own concerns for his health.
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Pacquiao wants to visit ex-coach Freddie Roach, remains open to working with him again

He is still open to working with Freddie Roach in the future!
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PBA postpones game 2 of Ginebra-Rain or Shine semis series

It's rescheduled for Thursday, July 19. 
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Lakers coach Walton on LeBron: He’s about the team

Ahead of coaching LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers' Luke Walton is doing his due diligence on the prized free-agent addition.
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SMB starters combine for 90, bury Alaska in 2-0 hole

The San Miguel Beermen are on track to complete a sweep in the semifinals of the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup, erasing a 16-point deficit to defeat the Alaska Aces, 105-94 in Game 2.
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‘Les Bleus’ World Cup victory parade set for Champs Elysees

Crowds of joyful French fans gathered at Paris' Charles de Gaulle airport on Monday to await the return of their World Cup winning football team, who will be honored with a parade along the Champs Elysees and a special presidential reception.
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Pacquiao admits he didn't expect to KO Matthysse: Bonus na 'yan

"Hindi ko po... bonus na 'yan. Hindi ko akalain na mapabagsak ko siya ng ganon, ng tatlong beses at ma-knockout ko siya. Talagang siguro bunga ng blessings ng Panginoon and then 'yung pagsakripisyo namin sa training. 'Yung hard work na ginagawa namin talagang matindi."
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Joshua to defend world titles against Povetkin at Wembley

Britain's Anthony Joshua will defend his WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO heavyweight titles against Russian Alexander Povetkin at Wembley on Sept. 22, Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn announced on Monday.
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Indonesia invites Korean leaders Moon, Kim to Asian Games

The leaders of the two Koreas have been invited to next month's Asian Games in Indonesia, Jakarta said Monday, after the neighbors agreed to field several joint teams at the event.
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Analyst hails Coach Buboy, says Pacquiao 'leaving' Freddie Roach was 'best decision'

A boxing analyst on Monday commended Buboy Fernandez, coach of Senator and boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, for the way he handled and trained the latter for his fight against Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse. 
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2018 World Cup winners France has a hot Filipino goalkeeper

Ladies and gentlemen, meet Alphonse Areola.
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Boxing analyst says Pacquiao must retire from boxing

Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao should retire from his boxing career after winning the World Boxing Association welterweight belt on Sunday, according to a boxing analyst on Monday.  
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PBA: Cone credits Chan as Ginebra outguns Rain or Shine

he torched his former team to give Barangay Ginebra San Miguel a 102-89 win in Game 1 of their best-of-five semifinals series.
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Five fighters who could be next for Pacquiao

Manny Pacquiao turned back the clock in Kuala Lumpur Sunday to register a first knockout for nine years and win the welterweight world title from WBA title-holder Lucas Matthysse of Argentina.
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Pacquiao says he is good for two, three more fights

Filipino boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao on Monday said he is good for a few more fights before he entertains the thought of retiring from boxing.  
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With LeBron looking on, Lakers reach summer league semis

With their new superstar LeBron James looking on, the Los Angeles Lakers reached the semi-finals of the NBA summer league Sunday with a 101-78 win over the Detroit Pistons in Las Vegas.
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Pacquiao regained confidence in Matthysse fight --analyst

New WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao regained the confidence he had in his youth in his successful technical knockout victory against Lucas Matthysse on Sunday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, an analyst said on Monday.
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After turbulent times, Djokovic is flying high again

After two years of turbulence Novak Djokovic was flying high in clear blue skies again on Sunday after winning a fourth Wimbledon title he believes can act as a springboard to a glorious new chapter in his career.
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Macron celebrates with Croatian president, then ‘dabs’ with Mendy

President Emmanuel Macron was pictured cheering from the stadium, got drenched in the rain on the pitch, then attempted to "dab" with the players in the changing room Sunday after France's victory in the World Cup.
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Party begins as delirious French revel in World Cup victory

France erupted in joy on Sunday as the country clinched the World Cup, with fans streaming into the streets, honking car horns and flying the tricolor flag at the start of an enormous national celebration.
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France overpower Croatia 4-2 to win World Cup

France overwhelmed Croatia 4-2 in the World Cup final at Moscow's Luzhniki stadium on Sunday to lift the trophy for the second time in 20 years.
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Djokovic beats Anderson to win fourth Wimbledon title

Novak Djokovic was back to his brutal best as he beat South African eighth seed Kevin Anderson 6-2 6-2 7-6(3) to win the Wimbledon men's singles title for the fourth time on Sunday.
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Russia hands over World Cup hosting duties to Qatar

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday handed over the mantle of World Cup host to the emir of Qatar, whose country will stage the 2022 edition of the tournament.
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Emotional Coach Buboy after Pacquiao-Matthysse fight

Aww, he is the best friend and coach to Manny!
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Croatia fans eclipse low-key French in Moscow final build-up

Scores of Croatian fans took to the streets of Moscow on Sunday ahead of their country's first ever World Cup final appearance, cheering and waving flags in anticipation of the historic match against France.
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PBA: With Abueva and now Banchero out, Aces struggle to keep in step with hot-shooting San Miguel

The San Miguel Beermen led from the end of the first quarter up until the final buzzer on Saturday, preventing any serious challenge from  the Alaska Aces to take Game 1 of their semifinals series, 92-79.
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AFP, PNP hail Pacquiao victory vs. Matthysse

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) lauded new World Boxing Association welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao for his latest victory in the boxing ring.
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Malaysian PM Mahathir on Pacquiao fight: It's a historic day for Malaysia

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad deemed the victory of Manny Pacquiao against Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse as a "historic day" for Malaysia.
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Pacquiao all praises for Coach Buboy

He revealed their strategy: be patient.
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Pacquiao on Matthysse: He's an opponent you cannot underestimate

Pacquiao revealed that the possibility of defeating Matthysse became evident early in the match.
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Duterte, Mahathir cheer Pacquiao on his victory

President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday met Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad at the fight of boxing champ Manny Pacquiao against Lucas Matthysse in Kuala Lumpur.
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Matthysse: ‘I lost to a great legend’

Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse has nothing but praise for Filipino champ Manny Pacquiao, who scored a seventh-round technical knockout victory in their fight in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Sunday.
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Pacquiao meets with Duterte, Mahathir after win

Manny Pacquiao had well-wishers of the highest level on Sunday after his technical knockout victory over Lucas Matthysse.
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Pacquiao to critics: I'm not gone

The senator-boxing icon scored a seventh round technical knockout victory over Matthysse, his 60th victory.
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What's next for Pacquiao? 'Back to my job as a public servant'

"Right now, I'm happy to go back to my country and to celebrate the victory with my fellow countrymen and of course, to do my job as a public servant."
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Manny Pacquiao vs. Lucas Matthysse

Manny Pacquiao scored his first stoppage since 2009 after a seventh round technical knockout win against Lucas Matthysse in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.
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Pacquiao praises Duterte after win: Thank you for being our President

"Mga Pilipino, maraming-maraming salamat, lalong-lalo na sa ating mahal na Pangulo. Filipino people, maraming salamat."
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Duterte congratulates Pacquiao for victory over Matthysse

President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday congratulated boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao for bagging the World Boxing Association world welterweight title after knocking down Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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CompuBox stats show how Pacquiao dominated Matthysse

Just how much did Pacquiao outclass Matthysse? CompuBox stats paint a pretty clear picture.
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Pacquiao KOs Matthysse in 7th round in dominant win

Manny Pacquiao put in a vintage performance to score a seventh round knockout victory over Lucas Matthysse on Sunday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Senators, politicians to watch Pacquiao-Matthysse bout

Colleagues of Senator Manny Pacquiao and other government officials flew to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to watch the Filipino boxing champ's much-awaited bout with Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse on Sunday.  
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Matthysse does warm-up before fight with Pacquiao

WBA welterweight champion Lucas Matthysse showed he was all ready to fight Filipino boxing champ and Senator Manny Pacquiao before their scheduled fight at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Sunday.
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Pinoy fighter Tepora wins WBA title in Pacquiao-Matthysse undercard

Cebu City-based Jhack Tepora scored the biggest victory of his career on Sunday in the undercard of the Manny Pacquiao-Lucas Matthysse showdown in Malaysia.
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Mommy D not nervous about Pacquiao's fight vs. Matthysse, says 'sanay na'

Dionesia Pacquiao, mother of boxing champ and Senator Manny Pacquiao, on Sunday said she is not nervous about her son's fight against Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse in Kuala Lumpur.
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A relaxed Pacquiao preparing for the fight

How relaxed!
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LIVE: Manny Pacquiao vs. Lucas Matthysse round-by-round results

Manny Pacquiao returns to the ring on Sunday, July 15, 2018 against dangerous Argentinian fighter Lucas Matthysse in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Can the Filipino ring icon add another feather to his cap? Stay tuned to this page for live round-by-round results.
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Mig Elorde knocks out Sawangsoda in Round 3 for featherweight title

Juan Miguel "Mig" Elorde on Sunday won after he knocked out Thai boxer Ratchanon Sawangsoda during their fight for the featherweight title in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Pinoys in Malaysia ready for the Pacquiao-Mattysse fight

Let’s go Pacquiao!
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Pacquiao enjoys 'good' Pinoy meal before fight vs. Matthysse

Hours before his fight for the WBA welterweight title with Argentinian Lucas Matthysse on Sunday, boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao savored a "good" meal of Filipino food in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Djokovic seeks rest and calm before Wimbledon final against Anderson

Novak Djokovic envies Kevin Anderson the extra night's sleep he'll have had before the pair meet in the men's Wimbledon final on Sunday.
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Trump says he'll run for reelection, had Brexit chat with Queen Elizabeth

US President Donald Trump said he intends to run for re-election in 2020 because "everybody wants me to" and there are no Democratic candidates who could defeat him, the Mail on Sunday newspaper reported.
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Kerber stuns Williams to win Wimbledon title

Angelique Kerber ripped up the script when she stunned Serena Williams 6-3 6-3 to win her first Wimbledon title on Saturday.
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Belgium beat England to secure third place finish

Belgium beat England 2-0 in the World Cup third-place play-off on Saturday to secure their best ever finish at a World Cup and send Gareth Southgate's side home with a second straight loss.
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Malacañang wishes ‘all the best’ to Pacquiao in fight vs. Matthysse

Malacañang on Saturday wished Filipino boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao "all the best" ahead of his WBA welterweight match against Argentinian Lucas Matthysse in Malaysia.
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Pacquiao, Matthysse both pass weigh-in

Both boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao and WBA world champion Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse passed the weigh-in on Saturday for the WBA welterweight division.
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Bucks' Parker, Bulls nearing agreement on offer sheet --report

Milwaukee Bucks restricted free agent forward Jabari Parker could become a member of the Chicago Bulls by next week, ESPN reported Friday.
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Lakers' Lonzo Ball to have knee surgery Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Lonzo Ball will have arthroscopic surgery on his left knee on Tuesday, the team announced Friday.
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Djokovic edges ahead of Nadal in semi-final thriller

Novak Djokovic clawed his way to a two sets to one lead over great rival Rafael Nadal before their scintillating Wimbledon semi-final was paused on a knife-edge on Friday.
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Djokovic edges ahead of Nadal in semi-final thriller

Novak Djokovic clawed his way to a two sets to one lead over great rival Rafael Nadal before their scintillating Wimbledon semi-final was paused on a knife-edge on Friday.
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Groenewegen too strong on longest day on Tour de France

Dutchman Dylan Groenewegen outblasted his rivals to the line in a sprint to take the sixth stage of the Tour de France on Friday, the longest single stage of the race, a 231-km haul from Fougeres to Chartres.
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Anderson topples marathon man Isner in longest-ever Wimbledon semi-final

It was a case of better late than never as Kevin Anderson reached his first Wimbledon final with a heart-stopping 7-6(6) 6-7(5) 6-7(9) 6-4 26-24 win over the sport's perennial ultra marathon man John Isner on Friday.
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France-Croatia final confirms Europe's World Cup dominance

A European nation is set to win the World Cup for the fourth time in a row this Sunday and in doing so confirm an unprecedented dominance for the Old World over their once mighty rivals in South America.
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Pacquiao expects Duterte, Mahathir to watch fight vs. Matthysse

Former world boxing champion Senator Manny Pacquiao is looking forward to having two Asian leaders in the audience when he goes up against Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse in a world title fight in Kuala Lumpur on July 15.
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Nets reportedly send Lin to Hawks, acquire two from Nuggets

Jeremy Lin is on the move again.  
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Thai ‘Wild Boars’ return to training after teammates’ cave rescue

At the first training session since their teammates went missing in a Thai cave, the remaining "Wild Boars" said they cannot wait to see their friends back on the pitch.  
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Report: Denver agrees to deal with Isaiah Thomas

Entering his eighth NBA season, Isaiah Thomas apparently will be joining a sixth team.
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Conditioning coach: World to see ‘old Pacquiao’ in Kuala Lumpur fight

If Manny Pacquiao wants to know all about comebacks, he need look no further than his conditioning coach, Justin Fortune.
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Trainer says Pacquiao prepared for Matthysse's knockout power

Trainers of Filipino boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao on Friday assured his fans that Pacquiao is well-prepared for the supposed knockout power of Argentine boxer Lucas Matthysse when the two face each other on July 15 for the WBA Welterweight belt.
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Yap scores 27 to will Rain or Shine past GlobalPort

James Yap had 27 big points to lead the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters past the GlobalPort Batang Pier, 109-97, in the quarterfinals of the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
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Duchess Meghan to cheer Wimbledon royal Serena

Serena Williams will be cheered on, albeit quietly and politely from the Royal Box, by her close friend Meghan Markle, the new Duchess of Sussex, during Saturday's Wimbledon final but when it comes to tennis royalty, there will be only one queen on court.
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Serena into 10th Wimbledon final

Serena Williams demonstrated that having a baby had not robbed her of any of her phenomenal tennis skills when she became the first mother in 38 years to reach the Wimbledon final, with a 6-2 6-4 demolition of Germany's Julia Goerges on Thursday.
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Kerber reaches final as Ostapenko self-destructs

Germany's Angelique Kerber proved too solid for error-strewn Latvian Jelena Ostapenko as she reached her second Wimbledon final with a 6-3 6-3 victory on Thursday.
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Pacquiao, Matthysse ‘face off’ ahead of welterweight fight in Malaysia

Filipino boxing icon and senator Manny Pacquiao and Argentinian boxer Lucas Matthysse on Thursday revealed the WBA welterwight championship belt -- featuring the two boxers' engraved images -- that they will be fighting for during their match in Malaysia on Sunday.
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Photographer gets buried under pile of Croatian players

When Croatia scored the goal that took them into the World Cup final on Wednesday, an AFP photographer unwittingly became part of the celebrations as he was buried under a pile of joyous players.
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Stephen Curry is coming back to Metro Manila on September 5

Manila is one of three cities he is visiting
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Ginebra handles Meralco with ease to earn semis slot

Barangay Ginebra San Miguel grabbed the lead entering halftime and never looked back, cruising to a 104-90 victory over the Meralco Bolts on Wednesday to earn a semifinals berth in the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.  
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Starters score 89 as Beermen bury TNT late for semis berth

The San Miguel Beermen are marching on to the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals after defeating TNT Katropa, 106-102 on Wednesday night at the Araneta Coliseum.  
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Lakers built to match up with Warriors -- GM Pelinka

The Los Angeles Lakers' slew of free agent additions around signing LeBron James have been made in an attempt to give the star forward a different way to try to topple the Golden State Warriors.  
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Dwight Howard finally lands in Washington

Dwight Howard officially signed with the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.  
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Mandzukic sends Croatia to first World Cup final

Croatia reached the World Cup final for the first time after an extra-time goal from Mario Mandzukic gave them a 2-1 win over England in their semi-final on Wednesday.
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Nadal survives thriller to down Del Potro in quarter-finals

It was a case of down but definitely not out as a Rafael Nadal kept picking himself off a slippery and dusty Centre Court surface to storm into the Wimbledon semi-finals with a pulsating 7-5 6-7(7) 4-6 6-4 6-4 over Juan Martin del Potro.
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FIFA to take legal action against pirated sports channel

Soccer's governing body FIFA said on Wednesday it has engaged legal counsel to take action in Saudi Arabia against television channel beoutQ, which is widely available in the kingdom, for continuing to illegally broadcast the 2018 World Cup.
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England's first World Cup semi-final since 1990 attracts few fans

England have not been in the semi-finals of the World Cup since 1990 when they lost on penalties to then West Germany. But when England face Croatia in Russia on Wednesday, there may only be a few thousand England supporters present.
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Defending Wimbledon champion Federer ousted in quarter-finals

Defending Wimbledon title holder Roger Federer was knocked out of this year's championships by South African Kevin Anderson in the quarter-finals on Wednesday.
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Djokovic back in the Wimbledon semis for eighth time

Three times champion Novak Djokovic won through to the Wimbledon semi-finals for the eighth time on Wednesday, and his first since 2015, with a 6-3 3-6 6-2 6-2 defeat of Japan's Kei Nishikori.
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Football ‘definitely’ coming home, Prince Harry predicts on Irish trip

Britain's Prince Harry confidently predicted that England would lift the World Cup as Gareth Southgate's men prepare for their semi-final against Croatia later on Wednesday.
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Pogba dedicates France semi win to rescued Thai boys

France midfielder Paul Pogba dedicated his side's World Cup 1-0 semi-final win over Belgium to the 12 Thai boys who were rescued from a flooded cave along with their coach on Tuesday.
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Sen. Manny Pacquiao meets with Malaysian Minister for Youth and Sports

The 25-year-old Minister considers the Philippines is second home
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Matthysse unfazed by Duterte’s plan to watch match vs. Pacquiao in Malaysia

Argentine boxer Lucas Matthysse is not fazed by the fact that President Rodrigo Duterte will be watching his match with the Philippines' boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao in Malaysia.
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Magic waited outside LeBron’s house for free agency to start

Magic Johnson is nothing if not punctual.  
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Kobe Paras joins the UP Fighting Maroons

Oh hey!
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Past LeBron foe Stephenson joins ‘King James’ on Lakers

Lance Stephenson, who once blew in the left ear of LeBron James trying to disrupt the NBA superstar, signed a new contract Tuesday to join James on the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Grey gets its done as GlobalPort steals one from Rain or Shine

Jonathan Grey had 22 points, including the go-ahead three-pointer with 11.5 seconds remaining to give the GlobalPort Batang Pier a 114-113 victory against the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in the quarterfinals of the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup on Tuesday.
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Alaska defeats Magnolia to earn semis berth

The Alaska Aces are marching on to the semifinals after defeating the Magnolia Hotshots 89-78 in the quarterfinals of the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup on Tuesday.
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Serena keeps calm and carries on past Giorgi

For 35 minutes on Centre Court Serena Williams was knocked off her stride by a feisty Italian who looked as though she had ripped a page from the American's tennis manual.
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Umtiti header sends France into World Cup final

Samuel Umtiti's 51st-minute header sent an impressive France into the World Cup final with a 1-0 win over Belgium in an absorbing first semi-final on Tuesday.
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Ronaldo signs for Juventus from Real Madrid

Five-times world player of the year Cristiano Ronaldo has signed for Italian champions Juventus from Real Madrid, the La Liga club said in a statement on Tuesday.
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FIFA invites Thai boys to World Cup final but docs won’t let them go

The eight young footballers rescued from a cave in Thailand after more than two weeks underground are unlikely to be able to take up an offer to attend the World Cup final in Moscow, doctors said Tuesday.
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Manny Pacquiao at the Grand Arrival of Champions in Kuala Lumpur

Pacquiao left General Santos City with a group of 200 people on a chartered flight
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Lucas Matthysse's arrival in Kuala Lumpur for fight against Pacquiao

The defending WBA Welterweight Champion walked the red carpet with his team and took photos with Philippine Ambassador to Malaysia Charles Jose.
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Pacquiao after learning Duterte will watch his fight: Mas inspired ako

Filipino boxing champion and Senator Manny Pacquiao is even more fired up in his upcoming WBA Welterweight championship match against Argentine boxer Lucas Matthysse, now that President Rodrigo Duterte will be among the audience.
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Basketball-crazy Philippines finally catches case of World Cup fever

Shirts are selling briskly, crowds pack sports bars to watch matches and football is front-page news. Whisper it quietly, but basketball-crazy Philippines has finally been afflicted by World Cup fever.
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Gin Kings overpower Bolts in q'finals opener

Barangay Ginebra San Miguel had enough in the tank to quell a late challenge and defeat the Meralco Bolts, 88-81, in Game 1 of their best-of-three quarterfinals series 
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Lakers, LeBron make marriage official

Los Angeles can collectively exhale. LeBron James is officially a Laker.
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Pacquiao now in Kuala Lumpur ahead of fight with Matthysse

Boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao arrived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with the rest of Team Pacquiao and his entourage on Monday evening, a week ahead of his bout against WBA welterweight champion Lucas Matthysse.
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Late rally lifts San Miguel past TNT

The San Miguel Beermen on Monday climbed out of a 23-point hole to defeat the TNT KaTropa 121-110 in Game 1 of their 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup best-of-three series.
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Federer downs Mannarino to stay in hunt for 9th Wimbledon title

Champion Roger Federer's pursuit of a record ninth Wimbledon title gathered momentum on Monday as he reached the quarter-finals with a 6-0 7-5 6-4 win over Frenchman Adrian Mannarino.
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Spurs decline to match Grizzlies’ bid for Kyle Anderson

Forward Kyle Anderson officially became a member of the Memphis Grizzlies at 12:01 a.m. ET on Monday when the San Antonio Spurs refused to match his offer sheet, multiple media outlets reported.
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Kevin Durant at the Araneta Coliseum

The NBA back-to-back finals MVP went around Metro Manila on Sunday
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Cavs coach Lue to talk about LeBron with Lakers’ Walton

Cleveland Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue says he doesn't have much to tell Los Angeles Lakers coach Luke Walton about coaching NBA superstar LeBron James.
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Chris Paul wants Rockets to acquire Carmelo Anthony

Amid multiple reports that the Oklahoma City Thunder and forward Carmelo Anthony have agreed to part ways, Rockets point guard Chris Paul has just the destination for him: Houston.  
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Pacquiao leaves for Malaysia for July 15 bout with Matthysse

Filipino boxing icon Senator Manny Pacquiao is set to leave for Kuala Lumpur on Monday afternoon for his fight against Argentine boxer Lucas Matthysse on July 15.
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Brook Lopez agrees to 1-year deal with Milwaukee Bucks --reports

Veteran center Brook Lopez has agreed to a one-year, $3.4 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks, according to multiple reports Sunday afternoon.
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Houston Rockets sign Chris Paul to rich new contract

Nine-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul officially signed a new contract with the Houston Rockets on Sunday, reuniting with NBA Most Valuable Player James Harden to make Houston a title contender.
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Vettel wins British Grand Prix for Ferrari

Sebastian Vettel won the British Grand Prix for Ferrari on Sunday to deny Lewis Hamilton a fifth successive home victory and move eight points clear at the top of the Formula One standings.
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Kevin Durant shares how Warriors gear up to prepare for dynasty

For the Golden State Warriors, championship talk only comes when the team is already in the position to earn it.
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Durant moved by overwhelming support of Filipino fans

Kevin Durant took the time to meet fans in Taguig City on Sunday, as throngs of supporters braved the heat and the subsequent rain to catch a glimpse of the reigning NBA Finals MVP.
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Pacquiao focusing on his defense techniques on last two days of training for upcoming Matthysee fight

'Everything is under control,' Pacquiao said.
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TNT trounces Rain or Shine, sets up clash with SMB

The TNT KaTropa earned a decisive win against top team Rain or Shine, 100-85, to claim the third seed in the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup playoffs.
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Magnolia overcomes San Miguel to earn duel with Alaska

Coach Chito Victorlero’s bench spelled the difference.
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Lithuanian couple win world wife-carrying championship title in Finland

Fifty-three men slung their wives or partners over their shoulders and hurtled off on an hour-long race in the small Finnish town of Sonkajarvi on Saturday, as thousands of fans cheered from the stands.
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Confident England reach first World Cup semi-final in 28 years

England defied almost three decades of disappointment to move confidently into the World Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1990 as headers from Harry Maguire and Dele Alli downed a dogged but toothless Sweden 2-0 on Saturday.
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Iniong loses to Nunes in China, McLaren wins by split decision

Female atomweight Gina Iniong of Team Lakay suffered a unanimous-decision defeat at the hands of former Muay Thai world champion Istela Nunes on the undercard of "ONE: Battle for the Heavens" Saturday night at the Tianhe Gymnasium in Guangzhou, China.
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Pacquiao now in 100 percent condition, says Coach Buboy

Boxing icon and incumbent Senator Manny Pacquiao is now in 100 percent condition for his July 15 fight against Lucas Matthysse, his coach Buboy Fernandez said on Saturday.
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Ian Clark to re-sign with Pelicans --reports

The New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to re-sign point guard Ian Clark, according to multiple reports Friday.
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Bulls will match Kings' offer sheet, retain LaVine --report

Less than an hour after news broke Friday night that the Sacramento Kings reportedly signed the restricted free-agent guard Zach Lavine to a four-year offer sheet in the neighborhood of $78 million, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported the Bulls plan to match the offer.
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Longtime Spur Tony Parker to sign with Hornets --reports

Tony Parker, the point guard of four San Antonio Spurs championship teams, is leaving the team after 17 seasons and sign with the Charlotte Hornets, according to multiple reports Friday.
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Sacramento Kings sign LaVine to offer sheet --report

The Sacramento Kings on Friday reportedly signed the restricted free-agent guard to a four-year offer sheet. The Undefeated's Marc Spears, the first to break the news, reported the offer to be worth $78 million. Yahoo Sports' Shams Charania reported the value to be at $80 million.
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Grizzlies sign Spurs forward Anderson to offer sheet --report

Just hours after the San Antonio Spurs lost longtime point guard Tony Parker to the Charlotte Hornets, restricted free-agent forward Kyle Anderson reportedly signed an offer sheet with the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Belgium hold off Brazil in thriller to reach semis

Belgium struck early and then held off a late Brazil fightback to send the five-times champions tumbling out of the World Cup at the quarter-final stage with a 2-1 victory in an end-to-end thriller on Friday.
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Serena on a roll as she roars into last 16

Seven-times champion Serena Williams moved ominously into the last 16 at Wimbledon when she recovered from a sluggish start to beat France's Kristina Mladenovic 7-5 7-6(1) on Friday.
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Gilas cadet, ibinigay sa charity ang P100k reward sa pagtulong sa Australian na nakuyog

Bilang pagkilala sa kaniyang ginawa, binigyan si Rike ng cash incentive na P100,000 mula sa sponsor ng koponan.
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Mavs not sure if Doncic on tap for summer league play

The Dallas Mavericks, who acquired Slovenian guard Luka Doncic in an NBA draft-day trade, don't yet know if the 19-year-old star will be available for summer league play.
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Cavs open to trading Love --reports

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love is on the trading block, according to Jason Lloyd of The Athletic.
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Champion Muguruza knocked out in Wimbledon second round

Garbine Muguruza's Wimbledon title defense was hijacked by Alison van Uytvanck as the little-known Belgian produced a fearless brand of hard-hitting tennis to topple the champion with a 5-7 6-2 6-1 victory in the second round on Thursday.
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Gina Iniong not in a rush to challenge for a world title

Hard-hitting female striker Gina Iniong of Baguio City's Team Lakay, who will fight Istela Nunes on the undercard of "ONE: Battle for the Heavens" on July 7 in Guangzhou, said she was taking  her quest to be a world champion one step at a time.
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PBA wary of FIBA suspension affecting Gilas players in league

The PBA on Thursday expressed wariness over possible sanctions that national team players are facing before FIBA following the brawl between Gilas Pilipinas and Australia on Monday.
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Chot Reyes answers Luc Longley: If he doesn't understand basketball talk, that's his problem

"He can say what he wants. If he doesn't understand basketball talk that's his problem."
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SBP, Basketball Australia apologize for Gilas-Boomers ‘basketbrawl’

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) and Basketball Australia (BA) on Thursday released a joint statement apologizing for the brawl that broke out during the FIBA Basketball World Cup matchup between Gilas Pilipinas and Australia Boomers at the Philippine Arena on Monday.  
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PBA: Santos nets 23 as Beermen buck Blackwater

The San Miguel Beermen bucked Blackwater’s 34-point opening quarter to take a 115-106 victory in the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.  
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Hotshots best weary Warriors

The Magnolia Hotshots pummeled the hobbling NLEX Road Warriors for a 116-89 win in the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
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Federer delivers shot-making masterclass to reach round three

When Roger Federer's lunging mis-hit spun high into the air and turned into a glorious lob, Lukas Lacko must have known it was going to be one of those days when he might as well enjoy having the best view in the house.
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Venus rolls over qualifier after slow start

Five-times Wimbledon champion Venus Williams dropped her opening service game and lost the first set before finding her rhythm to beat qualifier Alexandra Dulgheru 4-6 6-0 6-1 in the second round on Wednesday.
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PWR Re5peto: Full results and review

Season 5 of PWR kicked off with a solid show at 500 Shaw Zentrum that featured entertaining tournament matches, surprising returns, and a jaw-dropping main event.
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Gilas Cadet Troy Rike receives incentive for protecting Australian; donates money instead

Gilas Pilipinas Cadet Troy Rike on Wednesday received a cash incentive for his "heroic act of compassion" of protecting Australian Chris Goulding during the Philippines-Australia scuffle, but decided to donate the money instead to charity instead.  
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Basketball Australia chief: We accept there will be sanctions

The Australian men's basketball team returned home on Wednesday facing possible sanctions from the sport's governing body after a massive mid-game brawl during a World Cup qualifier in the Philippines.
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Marc Pingris apologizes for ‘selfie’ incident

Former Gilas forward Marc Pingris has apologized for the "selfie" incident just after the chaotic brawl that marred the game between Gilas Pilipinas and Australia during the FIBA World Cup qualifier on Monday night.  
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Boomers’ Daniel Kickert expresses regret over Gilas-Australia brawl

The Australian Boomers' Daniel Kickert has expressed his regret over the brawl that sparked between Gilas-Pilipinas and his team during the FIBA World Cup qualifiers at the Philippine Arena, saying he "overstepped a little" on the "regrettable" situation.  
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Aussie assistant coach Longley: I do believe coach Chot Reyes incited them to come out and thug us

Australian basketball legend Luc Longley Wednesday blamed Gilas Pilipinas coach Chot Reyes for a shocking on-court brawl in their World Cup qualifier, alleging he incited his players to act violently.  
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Report: Dwight Howard to join Wizards after Nets buyout

Dwight Howard has finalized a buyout with the Brooklyn Nets and will sign a one-year deal with the Washington Wizards once he clears waivers, according to a report from The Athletic on Tuesday.  
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Djokovic races past Sandgren in Wimbledon opener

Novak Djokovic did his best to finish off his first-round match at Wimbledon in time for Court One fans to head off to watch England's World Cup clash with Colombia on Tuesday.
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Former champion Sharapova beaten by fellow-Russian qualifier

Wimbledon's 2004 champion Maria Sharapova tumbled out of the tournament in the opening round for the first time, beaten at her own game by fellow-Russian Vitalia Diatchenko 6-7(3) 7-6(3) 6-4 as the evening shadows crept across Court Two on Tuesday.
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Title favorite Kvitova suffers shock first round Wimbledon exit

Petra Kvitova crashed out of Wimbledon in the first round on Tuesday as the two-time champion was beaten 6-4, 4-6, 6-0 by unheralded Belarusian Aliaksandra Sasnovich.
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Chot Reyes: Gilas cagers apologetic but stand by what they did

Gilas Pilipinas head coach Chot Reyes has congratulated the Australian basketball team, adding that the Philippine side was apologetic over the brawl that marred their game on Monday night.
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Castro, Blatche apologize for Gilas Pilipinas brawl vs. Australia

Gilas Pilipinas players have expressed their apologies on their social media accounts after a massive brawl broke out between the Philippines and Australia at the FIBA Basketball World Cup matchup at the Philippine Arena on Monday night.
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Aussie cager’s agent wants FIBA to ban PHL for a year, mulls raps

The agent of Australian player Chris Goulding, the cager that several Filipinos beat up behind a basketball post in a brawl on Monday, wants FIBA to ban the Philippines for a year. "Let’s call this for what it is. This is assault!  I hope FIBA bans the Filipino federation for a year!" Daniel Moldovan tweeted.
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SBP hopes PHL will not be jeopardized in hosting FIBA 2023

Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) president Al Panlilio said he hopes the brawl that erupted between Gilas Pilipinas and the Australian Boomers on Monday night at the Philippine Arena will not jeopardize the Philippines in hosting the 2023 FIBA World Cup.  
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Japeth Aguilar apologizes to Pinoys, Aussie basketball team for FIBA brawl

On behalf of his teammates, PBA star and Gilas Pilipinas player Japeth Aguilar on Tuesday apologized for the brawl that broke out between them and the Australian Boomers during the FIBA World Cup qualifying match, saying the situation was "regrettable" after the team acted out on "emotion."
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Chot Reyes on 'hit somebody' video: It was about fouling early

In the video, the Gilas Pilipinas coach called on his team to "hit somebody, put somebody on their ass."
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Aussies in Gilas brawl: Can we get out of here unscathed?

"We had our players and out team management and our coaches in fear of their physical safety. That's a fairly compelling set of circumstances that 'Are we going to be able to get out of here unscathed?" Basketball Australia chief executive Anthony Moore said at a press conference on Tuesday.
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PHL basketball leadership apologizes for Gilas-Australia brawl

The country's national basketball federation has apologized from the fight that broke out between the Philippines and Australia in Monday's FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifying matchup at Philippine Arena.
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Sonny Angara says Australia-PHL brawl unfortunate, but stands by Gilas Pilipinas

Senator Juan Edgardo "Sonny" Angara on Tuesday described as unfortunate the brawl that marred the game between Gilas Pilipinas and Australia Boomers during during a FIBA World Cup Asian qualifier Monday night.  
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Ex-Bull Luc Longley praised for breaking up brawl; FIBA urged to act

Former NBA player Luc Longley, now part of Australia's coaching staff, has been singled out for praise after he rushed to break up a mass brawl involving players from his team and the Philippines in a World Cup qualifier on Monday.  
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Palace: Gilas brawl with Australia ‘height of unsportsmanlike’ behavior

Malacañang on Tuesday described as "unfortunate" and "height of unsportsmanlike behavior" Monday night's brawl that marred the game between Gilas Pilipinas and Australia during a FIBA World Cup Asian qualifier at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.  
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DeMarcus Cousins to ink one-year deal with mighty Warriors -- report

DeMarcus Cousins, who suffered a season-ending Achilles injury last season, reportedly has agreed to a one-year contract with the defending champion Golden State Warriors on Monday, the US media reported.  
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Randle becomes free agent, quickly joins Pelicans

Shortly after becoming an unrestricted free agent, Julius Randle found a new employer after agreeing to a two-year, $18 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, according to multiple reports.
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Lakers land Rondo, renounce rights to Randle

The Los Angeles Lakers continued the remolding of their club on Monday by agreeing to a one-year, $9 million deal with veteran point guard Rajon Rondo, according to multiple reports.
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Serena back doing what she does best at Wimbledon

Serena Williams swapped the skin-tight catsuit that caused a stir at the French Open for a more conservative look as she marked her return to Wimbledon for the first time since becoming a mother with a 7-5 6-3 first-round win over Arantxa Rus.
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Chot Reyes blames Kickert for instigating Gilas-Australia brawl

"The reality is that Kickert [was] hitting our players during the warm-ups. He hit Carl Bryan Cruz, he hit Matthew Wright, [Roger] Pogoy and he hit Calvin Abueva during the warm-ups," Reyes told reporters after the game. "Nakakita ka na ba ng kalaban na tumira sa warm-up? Sa layup line? Round-robin, hindi pa nag-uumpisa, pinagtitira na tayo."
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No change in Wimbledon's scheduling policy despite calls for equality

Calls to give more prominence to the women’s singles competition at Wimbledon were dismissed by chief executive Richard Lewis on the opening day of the grasscourt major on Monday.
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Australia expresses 'deep regret' for melee with Gilas

Basketball Australia said it "deeply regrets" its national team's participation in a brawl against the Philippines in a FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifying match on Monday at Philippine Arena.
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FIBA opens disciplinary proceedings against Gilas, Australia after brawl

World basketball governing body FIBA will open disciplinary proceedings following the brawl that broke out between the Philippines and Australia in the Basketball World Cup qualifiers on Monday at Philippine Arena.
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Terrence Romeo slams fellow players who called Gilas fight 'embarrassing'

The brawl that happened during the FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifying game between the Philippines and Australia was long over, but Terrence Romeo remained in a fighting mood on social media on Monday night.
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Australia defeats Gilas in fight-marred game; 9 PHL players ejected

An ugly fight truncated the Australia's 89-53 victory over the Philippines in the FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifiers on Monday at Philippine Arena.
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Bench-clearing brawl breaks out in Gilas game vs. Australia

A bench-clearing brawl broke out on Monday during the FIBA Basketball World Cup matchup between the Philippines and Australia.
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From teen poverty to NBA stardom, LeBron lives Hollywood tale

LeBron James has already beaten the odds just by rising from the poor son of a single teenage mother to become one of the world's highest paid sports superstars.
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LeBron James to join Los Angeles Lakers in four-year, $154 million deal

NBA superstar LeBron James has agreed to terms on a four-year deal worth $154 million to join the Los Angeles Lakers, his agents at Klutch Sports Group announced Sunday.
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Croatia advance to quarter-finals after penalty shootout

Croatia came back after conceding in the opening minute to earn a World Cup quarter-final berth after edging Denmark 3-2 in a penalty shootout after the two sides drew 1-1 in the round of 16 match on Sunday.
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Russia stun Spain 4-3 on penalties to reach World Cup quarters

Hosts Russia beat Spain 4-3 on penalties thanks to two saves by their goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev on Sunday to advance to the World Cup quarter-finals where they will face either Denmark or Croatia.
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