The gold went to Jumpei Furuya of Japan (1:49:43), the silver to Ayan Beisenbayev of Kazakhstan (1:50:38), and the bronze to Mingxu Li of China (1:50:49).
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Friday, August 31, 2018
Ladon gives PHL a shot at boxing gold at 2018 Asian Games
The Philippines remained on course Friday to win its first Asian Games boxing gold since 2010 when Rogen Ladon swept into the flyweight final with a unanimous 5-0 points victory.
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Fuelmasters trip struggling TNT
The Phoenix Fuelmasters added to TNT’s woes on Friday after earning a 112-82 victory at the Araneta Coliseum in the elimination round of the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup.
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Margielyn Didal's girlfriend a witness to all her sacrifices for golden glory
Jozel Manzanares is witness to all of the pains Margielyn Didal went through -- from lost teeth to broke collarbones to loss of sponsors."Gusto ko lang sabihin sa kaniya na palagi lang siyang maging masaya, tapos pasalamat siya sa blessings na binigay at sana hindi siya magbago," Jozel said.
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PHL whips Syria, 109-55, for 5th place finish in Asian Games basketball
The Philippines ended its campaign in the 2018 Asian Games basketball tournament with a dominant 109-55 victory over Syria on Friday in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Eumir Marcial scores bronze for PHL in Asian Games boxing
Eumir Marcial added to the Philippines medal haul in the 2018 Asian Games after winning a bronze in the men's middleweight boxing competition on Friday.
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Carlo Paalam bags bronze before saying goodbye in Asian Games boxing
Boxer Carlo Paalam has added a bronze medal to the Philippine tally in the Asian Games.
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Thursday, August 30, 2018
Federer cruises into US Open third round
Second seed Roger Federer defeated a frustrated Benoit Paire 7-5 6-4 6-4 at the U.S. Open on Thursday to set up a third-round match against Nick Kyrgios as the Swiss continues his quest for a record sixth title at Flushing Meadows.
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US Open accused of sexism over player baring her bra
The U.S. Open was accused of sexism on Wednesday after French tennis player Alizé Cornet received an official warning for taking off her top on court to turn it the right way around.
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Warriors' West retires after 15 seasons
Golden State Warriors forward David West announced his retirement on Thursday, one day after celebrating his 38th birthday.
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Fil-Jap judoka Watanabe bags PHL’s 1st silver in 2018 Asian Games
After bagging gold and bronze medals in the past 12 days of the 2018 Asian Games, the Philippines on Thursday finally got its first silver medal courtesy of Filipino-Japanese judoka Kiyomi Watanabe.
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Kiyomi Watanabe scores PHL's 1st silver in Asian Games judo
Kiyomi Watanabe scored the first silver medal for the Philippnes in the 2018 Asian Games on Thursday after an impressive run in the women's 63-kg. judo competition.
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Cayetano on SEA Games logo: If a grade schooler can draw it, it's a good logo
If the recently unveiled but much-criticized 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games logo is so simple it can be drawn even by an elementary student, then it must be a good logo.
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Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Venus eyes potential clash with Serena
Venus Williams beat Italy's Camila Giorgi 6-4 7-5 in the U.S. Open second round on Wednesday to set up a possible third-round match against her younger sister Serena.
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Spurs officially sign Quincy Pondexter
The San Antonio Spurs announced Wednesday that they have agreed to a one-year deal with free agent swingman Quincy Pondexter.
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Equal opportunities for women athletes, an option to improve regional PHL performance -- POC official
Gender equality, individual sports, more structured sports programs are issues that could help Philippine athletes gain international prominence.
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PHL's Taduran bows to Thai 'dwarf giant' boxer, who surpasses Mayweather record with 51st win
Thai boxer Wanheng Menayothin grabbed his 51st straight victory Wednesday in a long but lop-sided bout against a fighter from the Philippines, defending his WBC title and surpassing the undefeated record of boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr.
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Fuller fires 35 as NLEX routs Columbian
Aaron Fuller exploded for 35 points with 21 rebounds and seven assists to lift the NLEX Road Warriors past the Columbian Dyip, 116-104, on Wednesday at the Araneta Coliseum in the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup.
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Alaska outlasts Phoenix, Abueva to stay unbeaten
Calvin Abueva came off the bench for 18 points, but it was not enough as his new team, Phoenix, failed to keep up with his old squad Alaska, 108-97, on Wednesday at the Araneta Coliseum in the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup.
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Heat rule in effect again at US Open
The U.S. Open will implement its heat rule for the second day running to give suffering players some relief from the brutally hot temperatures and high humidity at Flushing Meadows.
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Almohaidib Abad wins PHL's 4th bronze in Asian Games pencak silat
Asian Games first timer Almohaidib Abad finished third in men’s singles to bag the the country’s fourth bronze medal in pencak silat on Wednesday in the 18th Asian Games at the Padepokan Pencak Silat Hall at the Gelora Bung Karno Complex.
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Rungvisai: ‘Nietes a great fighter, but small for super flyweight’
WBC and The RING world super flyweight champion Srisaket Sor Rungvisai is keeping an eye out for possible opponents in his division ahead of his upcoming title defense against Iran Diaz of Mexico in the main event of ONE: Kingdom of Heroes on October 6 in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Daughter of kwek-kwek vendor Margielyn Didal is PHL's latest golden girl
Margielyn Arda Didal became the latest golden girl for the Philippines in the 2018 Asian Games after ruling the women's street skate competition at the JSC Skate Park in Palembang on Wednesday.
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Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Pinay skateboarder gets fourth gold medal for PHL
A woman skateboarder bagged the Philippines' fourth gold medal in the 2018 Asian Games currently being held in Indonesia.
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Gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz visualized win two months before Asian Games
Confidence and exhaustive training gave Olympian Hidilyn Diaz a glimpse of herself standing on the podium months before clinching the gold at the 2018 Asian Games.
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PHL bags 13th bronze medal at the Asian Games 2018
The Philippines on Wednesday added another medal to its haul in the ongoing 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia.
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Djokovic battles through brutal heat to topple Fucsovics in US Open
Novak Djokovic overcame Hungary's Marton Fucsovics 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-0 in the US Open first round on Tuesday in punishing temperatures that prompted officials to observe a heat rule for men's singles matches for the first time.
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Three-time major champ Jordan Spieth finds form after tough year
Jordan Spieth has struggled all year with putting woes and swing issues, but the three-time major champion is finding his form just in time for the Ryder Cup.
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PHL team performance in Asiad 2018 exceeds expectation
The Philippine team competing in the Jakarata-Palembang 2018 Asian Games is in 19th place overall with a total of 15 medals, so far.
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Nadal through to round two after Ferrer retires
Defending champion Rafa Nadal progressed to the second round of the U.S. Open on Monday after fellow Spaniard David Ferrer retired midway through the second set due to a calf injury.
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For golden Pinay athletes, Asian Games victory all about women power
Asian Games gold medal-winning golfer Kaye Go: "Right now, women around the world are empowering the world... It just means the world to us that we are able to represent not only the Philippines but also women in general in sports in the world and, just, in life."
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Hidilyn Diaz's dream: Support for weightlifting in UAAP, NCAA, Palaro
Hidilyn Diaz arrived in Manila on Tuesday evening, bringing home a gold medal from the Asian Games held in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Chris Tiu reflects on heartbreak of defeat in Asian Games stint
Chris Tiu has had a long career representing the Philippines in international competition.
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Thai champ Srisaket Sor Rungvisai eyes Ancajas ahead of title defense
WBC and RING world super flyweight champion Srisaket Sor Rungvisai is eyeing a unification showdown against IBF world title holder Jerwin Ancajas ahead of his title defense against Iran Diaz in the main event of ONE: Kingdom of Heroes on October 6 at Impact Arena in Bangkok.
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PHL downs Japan, to play for 5th place in Asian Games basketball
With the win of coach Yeng Guiao and his squad, Team Pilipinas is assured of improving on its seventh-place finish in the 2014 Asian Games under coach Chot Reyes.
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Monday, August 27, 2018
Yeng Guiao explains how PHL lost to Korea in Asian Games basketball quarters
After taking the blame for the Philippines' 91-82 defeat to South Korea in the Asian Games basketball tournament, Philippine basketball team head coach Yeng Guiao explained how the team failed with their game plan.
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Clarkson might not be able to join PHL team in upcoming int’l tournaments, Guiao says
Asian Games head coach Yeng Guiao on Tuesday said Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson might not be able to join the Philippine team in other upcoming international tournaments.
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Celtics’ Irving, Hayward ready for camp
Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving and forward Gordon Hayward are both healthy enough to be full participants when training camp opens next month, according to general manager Danny Ainge.
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Murray beats Duckworth on Grand Slam return
Briton Andy Murray beat Australia's James Duckworth 6-7(5) 6-3 7-5 6-3 in the U.S. Open first round on Monday in a fiery match marked by long rallies in sweltering heat.
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Spurs' Manu Ginobili retires after 16 years in league
San Antonio Spurs basketball star Manu Ginobili is retiring after 16 years in the National Basketball Association, the Argentine guard said on Monday.
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World number one Halep stunned by Kanepi in US Open first round
World number one Simona Halep was upset 6-2 6-4 by unseeded Estonian Kaia Kanepi in the U.S. Open first round on Monday, the second consecutive year the Romanian has lost her opening match at Flushing Meadows.
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Junna Tsukii adds another bronze for PHL
The medals keep on coming for the Philippines.
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Yeng Guiao on loss to Korea: It's my fault
“It’s my fault. I take responsibility for this loss.”
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Sunday, August 26, 2018
South Korea knocks out PHL in Asian Games basketball quarters
The Philippines suffered a familiar heartbreak in the quarterfinals of the Asian Games basketball tournament after falling to South Korea, 91-82, on Monday in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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PHL bags 11th bronze medal at the Asian Games 2018, courtesy of Cherry May Regalado
The Philippines now has 14 medals in all with three gold and 11 bronze
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Tiger stays out of Trump feud with NFL, NBA athletes
Tiger Woods stayed out of US President Donald Trump's feuds with NBA and NFL players after Sunday's final round of the US PGA Northern Trust tournament.
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Vettel wins in Belgium to rein in Hamilton
Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel sped away from first corner carnage to win the Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday and trim Lewis Hamilton's Formula One lead to 17 points with eight races remaining.
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Governing body hopes Asian Games helps secure weightlifting’s future
As weightlifting battles for its Olympic future, China and Kazakhstan's absence from the Asian Games due to doping suspensions indicates how seriously the sport's governing body is taking the crisis.
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Women's golf team gets third gold medal for PHL
All gold medals courtesy of our Filipina athletes!
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Saso Yuka brings gold from golf for PHL
Filipinas giving the country all our gold!
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NBA Legend Tim Hardaway Sr. in Manila for the NBA 3X Philippines
He was joined by the White Mamba Brian Scalabrine
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Saturday, August 25, 2018
Standhardinger makes 'biggest sacrifice' for country
He missed out on his sister's wedding!
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PHL adds two more bronze medals with Sunday's back-to-back victory in Pencak Silat
The Philippines now ranks 24th overall in the Asiad.
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Hamilton snatches Spa pole in rain-hit qualifying
Lewis Hamilton tip-toed his way to a memorable record fifth pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix on Saturday as he and Mercedes handled the capricious weather conditions at the famous Spa-Francorchamps circuit with tactical aplomb.
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Friday, August 24, 2018
BMX racer Daniel Caluag snags PHL's seventh bronze in 18th Asian Games
Caluag brought gold home for the Philippines in the 17th Asian Games.
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PBA: Harris, Banchero lift Alaska past Meralco
The Alaska Aces relied on a strong third quarter to defeat the Meralco Bolts, 80-72, on Friday at the MOA Arena in the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup.
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PBA: Maliksi drops 28 as Blackwater beats TNT
Allein Maliksi scored half of his team’s points in overtime as the Blackwater Elite repelled the TNT KaTropa, 104-98, on Friday in the elimination round of the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup at the MOA Arena in Pasay City.
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Carter signs with Atlanta for 21st NBA season
Veteran Vince Carter signed with the Atlanta Hawks on Friday, completing a deal the two sides had agreed to in July.
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Ten years on, Federer focused on sixth US Open title
Roger Federer, a decade removed from the 2008 triumph that marked his fifth straight US Open title, is eager to hoist a trophy at Flushing Meadows again.
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Probe sought after Chinese swimmer allegedly kicks South Korean rival at Asian Games
The Korean Sport and Olympic Committee said China's Duo Shen kicked South Korean swimmer Kim Hye-jin twice in the belly after she was accidentally struck by the Korean as they were swimming on Thursday.
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Meggie Ochoa wins sixth bronze medal for PHL in Asian Games
Margarita “Meggie” Ochoa a Management degree holder from Ateneo de Manila, defeated fellow Filipino Jenna Napolis, a 22-year-old student of De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, to win the country's sixth bronze medal in the competition.
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Thursday, August 23, 2018
Hidilyn Diaz reflects on being an athlete in a poem before clinching gold in Asian Games
Filipina weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz has revealed that she pondered on being an "just an athlete" while bringing pride to her country, days before she competed and clinched the gold in the 2018 Asian Games.
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Harden on Carmelo Anthony’s transition to Rockets: ‘Easy’
James Harden anticipates that new teammate Carmelo Anthony will have no trouble fitting in with the Houston Rockets.
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Serena handed tough path to US Open final
Serena Williams, who is aiming for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title at this year's U.S. Open, was handed a difficult path to the final after being drawn on Thursday in the same quarter as older sister Venus and world number one Simona Halep.
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Olympic champ Schooling moving in 'right direction' for 2020
Joseph Schooling made no claim to have swum a perfect race in winning Singapore's first gold medal of the 18th Asian Games, but feels the victory is another stepping stone towards defending his 100m butterfly title at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
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ONE announces 4 events in Manila and 2 in Tokyo for 2019
It will be a busy 2019 following ONE Championship's announcement that the promotion will host four major events in the Philippines as part of its planned 24 shows throughout Asia next year.
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Sotto wants to give Hidilyn Diaz cash reward, urges Pacquiao to chip in
Senate President Vicente Sotto III is mulling to give Asian Games gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz an additional cash incentive which she can use for her gym business.
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PHL women's volleyball team scores first Asian Games win in 36 years
The Philippine women's volleyball team scored its first win in the Asian Games since 1982 after defeating Hong Kong, 25-18, 25-21, 25-22, in Jakarta on Thursday.
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Manu Ginobili seriously considering retirement
Ginobili, who is signed through next season at $2.5 million, has been working out in San Antonio while he considers his options.
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Wednesday, August 22, 2018
85-year-old Pinoy athlete debuts as oldest Asian Games competitor
Advanced in age and probably in skills, Kong Te Yang heads the card game Bridge cavalry for the Philippines at the Asian Games in Indonesia.
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Hero's welcome awaits Asian Games gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz
A hero's welcome awaits weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz, the first athlete to bring the Philippines a gold medal at the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia, a report on Unang Balita said Thursday.
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China's Li headlines Hall of Fame nominations
China's Li Na, a twice Grand Slam winner who is credited with creating a surge of interest in the sport in her country, headlined the list of eight candidates up for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
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PHL's Diaz reveals sacrifice on path to golden glory
Triumphant weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz has her sights set firmly on Olympic gold, inspired by her new Chinese coach, but first she might just indulge in a guilty passion -- cheesecake and bubble tea.
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Kyrgios brings talent to another level, says Evert
Nick Kyrgios has a level of talent perhaps never seen before, former champion Chris Evert says of the Australian player who will start next week's U.S. Open a relatively lowly 30th seed.
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Travis leads Magnolia to victory vs NLEX
The NLEX Road Warriors are unbeaten no more after they suffered a 102-72 defeat against the Magnolia Hotshots on Wednesday at the Araneta Coliseum in the elimination round of the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup.
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Phelps fires 50 as Phoenix defeats Columbian
Eugene Phelps had 50 big points, while Calvin Abueva had an impressive debut as the Phoenix Fuelmasters leaned on a strong start to defeat the Columbian Dyip, 113-107, on Wednesday at the Araneta Coliseum in the elimination round of the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup.
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Hidilyn Diaz: Women can also dominate sports
Champion weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz just proved that a woman can also make a name and leave a mark in the realm of weight lifting after she bagged the gold medal at the 2018 Asian Games held in Indonesia.
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Ex-PBA player Joey Mente succumbs to cancer at 42
Former PBA player Joey Mente has passed away after succumbing to stage 4 lung cancer at age 42.
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Wushu artist Divine Wally wins 5th bronze for PHL in Asian Games
Divine Wally won a bronze medal in the women's sanda 52-kg. event in wushu on Wednesday, pushing the Philippines' total to one gold and five bronze medals in the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta.
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Snappiest salute: Philippines hails Diaz for Asian Games lift
The Philippines saluted Asian Games gold medallist Hidilyn Diaz on Wednesday as the soldier-weightlifter gave the basketball-mad nation a lift after a heartbreaking hoops loss to China.
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Yeng Guiao slams ref choice after tough loss to China
The Philippines' basketball coach said a referee from "Chinese territory" should not have officiated his side's narrow loss to China at the Asian Games, querying the number of fouls his side was awarded.
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Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Duterte likely to give cash incentive to Hidilyn Diaz, says Roque
President Rodrigo Duterte will likely give a cash incentive to weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz for bagging the country’s first gold medal in the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia, his spokesperson said Wednesday.
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Senators laud weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz for gold-winning performance in Asian Games
Senators congratulated weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz for winning the Philippines’ first gold medal at the 2018 Asian Games being held in Jakarta, Indoneisa.
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Lamar Odom: ‘I had 12 strokes and six heart attacks’
Lamar Odom revealed frightening details about his near-death in 2015.
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Hidilyn Diaz thanks supporters after bagging gold at Asian Games
Champion weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz on Wednesday thanked God, her family and supporters after she won a gold medal at the Asian Games 2018.
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Serena Williams seeded 17th at US Open
Serena Williams has been seeded 17th at this year's US Open one place below her sister Venus, organizers said on Tuesday.
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Clarkson effort not enough as China beat PHL in Asian basketball
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson fell just short of leading the Philippines to victory over China's own NBA stars on his international debut, in a thrilling Asian Games basketball encounter Tuesday.
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Hidilyn’s gold medal draws ‘wow’ from Duterte
"Hidilyn Diaz. Ito yung sundalo... Wow," Duterte said after announcing the weightlifter's victory in the Asian Games.
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AFP salutes Airwoman Heidilyn Diaz for Asian Games gold medal
"Airwoman Firstclass (AW1C) Diaz epitomizes the diligence, perseverance, hard work, and dedication not only of every airman, soldier, sailor, and marine, but of every Filipino who triumphs over all adversities and challenges," AFP spokesperson Edgard Arevalo said in a statement.
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Hidilyn Diaz's strategy to finally beat Turkmenistan champion
Turkmenistan’s Kristina Shermetova won the gold in last year’s world championships, relegating Hidilyn Diaz to a silver. Here's how Hidilyn finally brought home the gold tonight in the Asian Games.
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Hidilyn Diaz, nabuo ang pangarap sa isang lumang gym sa Zamboanga
Nag-uwi na naman ng karangalan para sa Pilipinas ngayong Martes si Hidilyn Diaz, na nagwagi ng una nating ginto sa 2018 Asian Games.Taong 2009 nang unang itampok ng programang “Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho,” na 18-anyos pa lamang noon at halos nagsisimula pa lamang siya noon bilang atleta. Naabutan pa ng programa si Hidilyn na nag-iigib ng tubig nang sadyain siya sa kanilang tahanan sa Mampang, Zamboanga.
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Hidilyn Diaz wins first PHL gold in Asian Games
Hidilyn Diaz is bringing home even more hardware after winning the gold medal in the Asian Games.
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China steals one from PHL in Clarkson debut
China withstood a gallant stand from the Philippines, 82-80, in Jordan Clarkson's debut for the national team in the Asian Games basketball tournament.
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Pauline Lopez gives PHL its 4th bronze medal in the 2018 Asian Games
Third from the taekwondo team, yo!
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Monday, August 20, 2018
Report: Raptors add Kawhi Leonard’s friend to coaching staff
If the Toronto Raptors are unable convince Kawhi Leonard to stick around after this season, you can't say they didn't try.
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Team Lakay's Banario eyes sixth straight win in Shanghai
Former ONE featherweight champion Honorio Banario of Team Lakay, ahead of his upcoming showdown against Amir Khan on the undercard of "ONE: Beyond the Horizon" on September 8 in Shanghai, China, said he planned to keep winning in hopes of one day landing a shot at the lightweight title.
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Team Lakay's Banario eyes sixth straight win in Shanghai
Former ONE featherweight champion Honorio Banario of Team Lakay plans to keep winning in hopes to one day land a shot at the lightweight title ahead of his upcoming showdown against Amir Khan on the undercard of 'ONE: Beyond the Horizon' on September 8 in Shanghai, China.
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Ronaldo, Modric, Salah on UEFA player of the year shortlist
Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric and Mohamed Salah have been short-listed for the UEFA Player of the Year award, the sport's European governing body said on Monday.
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SEA Games 2019 logo has been presented to the Olympic Council of Asia
The 11 circles represent the countries bound together in the shape of the Philippines.
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Wushu artist Wong battled tendinitis, hurt knee before unexpected bronze win
“Nahirapan po talaga ako tumapak dahil sa tendinitis ko, tapos hirap ako magbend dahil sa knees ko. But I felt relieved kasi tapos na ako and my hard work paid off," said the 20-year-old De La Salle-College of St. Benilde student, who didn't expect she will medal on her first try in the Asiad.
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Jordan Clarkson a match-up problem even for China --Guiao
“I think he’s a class of his own in this Asian Games,” said Guiao. “Wala pa akong nakita. I’ve watched Korea, China, Japan, Iran. I don’t think skill-wise may tatapat sa kanya.”
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Yeng Guiao takes over as Gilas coach for suspended Chot Reyes
Yeng Guiao will take over as coach of the Philippine team aiming to qualify for the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup in lieu of Chot Reyes, who will serve a one-game suspension from the competition.
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Four Japan athletes kicked out of Asian Games for buying sex
Four Japanese basketball players were sent home from the Asian Games in disgrace for paying prostitutes for sex as the regional Olympics was hit by scandal on Monday.
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Ex-MMA star Ronda Rousey snatches first WWE Women's Championship
By soundly defeating former Raw Women's Champion, Alexa Bliss.
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Sunday, August 19, 2018
Asian Games 2018: Agatha Wong gets third bronze medal for PHL
A bronze!
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76ers' Simmons on LeBron: 'Would've been great to learn from him'
Philadelphia 76ers executives thought they had a good chance to sign LeBron James this summer and were disappointed when he spurned them in free agency for the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Klay Thompson wants to be 'a Warrior for life' --report
The much anticipated NBA free agency of 2019 is poised to be flooded with superstar options. But one of the most tempting targets might not be on the shopping list after all.
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Road Warriors torch NorthPort for second straight win
The NLEX Road Warriors torched the NorthPort Batang Pier for 123 points to claim another victory on Sunday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo City in the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup.
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Romeo tallies 23 as TNT trips Meralco
The TNT KaTropa won with an all-Filipino lineup on Sunday, defeating the Meralco Bolts, 92-90, in the 2018 PBA Governors’ Cup.
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PHL'S Clarkson calls on NBA to free players for global tournaments
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson has called on the NBA to let players compete in more global tournaments to boost the sport's popularity worldwide, ahead of his first appearance for the Philippines at the Asian Games.
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PHL bags first two medals in 2018 Asiad with team poomsae bronze
A bronze for the women's team and a bronze for the men!
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Thailand knocks down women's volleyball returnees Philippines in Asian games
The Philippines will face Japan next.
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Saturday, August 18, 2018
Momoland to perform in UAAP 81 opening
We can't get enough of Momoland!
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Barong-clad Philippine team poses wackily at the 18th Asian Games opening ceremonies
Before things turn competitively serious, a moment of light fun!
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Federer to meet Djokovic in Cincinnati final
Novak Djokovic overcame a battling Marin Cilic 6-4 3-6 6-3 to reach his sixth Cincinnati Masters final on Saturday while Roger Federer enjoyed a less-taxing route to the title match after his semi-final opponent David Goffin retired with a shoulder injury.
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Medics call for mandatory suspensions and scans to protect knocked out fighters
Ringside doctors in combat sports such as boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA) have called for suspensions and examinations for fighters who get knocked out to ensure they have enough time to recover before they fight again.
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Philippine team enjoys 18th Asian Games opening ceremony
The Philippine basketball team for the 18th Asian Games was visibly thrilled to be at the opening ceremonies in Jakarta, Indonesia on Saturday.
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Asian Games 2018 kicks off with explosive opening ceremony
The 18th Asian Games opened with a bang at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium (GBK) Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia on Saturday evening.
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Jordan Clarkson proudly bears the PHL flag in Asian Games opening parade
The Philippine flag was waved high and proud during the opening of the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta, Indonesia on Saturday.
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PHL flag bearer Jordan Clarkson, Team Pilipinas suit up for Asian Games opening rites
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson has suited up for the opening ceremony of the 18th Asian Games to be held in Jakarta, Indonesia on Saturday.
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Friday, August 17, 2018
Federer beats Mayer, to face Wawrinka in Cincinnati Masters quarterfinals
World number two Roger Federer, bidding for his eighth Cincinnati Masters title, outlasted Leonardo Mayer of Argentina 6-1 7-6(6) in the third round on Friday.
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Curry hopes to finish career with Warriors
Despite once suggesting the possibility of playing in his hometown Charlotte someday, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry intends to play his entire career with the Warriors.
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Saving a life more important than medals, says Phelps
American swimmer Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all-time, said it was more important to him to save a life than win a gold medal as he detailed his struggles with depression.
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Air pollution hangs over Asian Games
Indonesia is about to open the Asian Games but its traffic-clogged capital Jakarta remains shrouded in a haze of air pollution that threatens to mar the world's second-biggest multi-sport event.
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Pinoy bowlers flagged for excess baggage on the way to Asian Games
“The allowed (baggage) weight for each athlete is 30 kilos but our bowlers are bring six to seven balls each, or more than 40 kilos, so excess talaga sila,” said Philippine Bowling Federation secretary general Bong Coo, who pointed out the PBF would have to shell out at least P140,000 for the overload from Jakarta to Palembang alone, and much more from Jakarta to Manila, if the airline does not budge on its policy.
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Thursday, August 16, 2018
Rain slows Djokovic in Cincy; Stephens ousted
Novak Djokovic's third-round fightback against defending champion Grigor Dimitrov was interrupted by rain as the pair stood one set each on Thursday at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters.
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Guiao sees Clarkson fitting in well with PHL team
Coach Yeng Guiao: "Kung kasing galing naman ni Clarkson makakasama mo, siguro that's a good problem blending him in."
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Wednesday, August 15, 2018
PHL trounces Kazakhstan, 96-59, to open Asian Games basketball campaign
Stanley Pringle led the scoring parade for the Philippines with 17 points, while Christian Standhardinger scored 15. James Yap added 13 points in his first outing for the national team since 2009.
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Jordan Clarkson arrives in Jakarta for Asian Games, proceeds straight to the arena where PHL has an ongoing game
Clarkson proceeded to watch the ongoing game between Philippines and Kazakhstan.
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Serena beaten by Kvitova in second round in Cincinnati
Serena Williams was beaten 6-3 2-6 6-3 by Petra Kvitova in a thrilling second-round match at the Cincinnati Open on Tuesday, ending the American's bid for a third title at the event.
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Joshua Pacio gets another crack at strawweight world title in Indonesia
Young phenom Joshua Pacio of Baguio City's Team Lakay will get another crack at the ONE Strawweight World title when he takes on Yoshitaka Naito of Japan in the main event of 'ONE: Conquest of Heroes' on September 22 at the Jakarta Convention Center in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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House bill filed to grant PHL citizenship to Ginebra Gin Kings’ Justin Brownlee
A bill has been filed at the House of Representatives seeking to grant Philippine citizenship to Barangay Ginebra San Miguel import Justin Brownlee.
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Clarkson unlikely to see action in PHL opener against Kazakhstan
Despite a go-signal to play in the Asian Games, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson will likely miss the Philippines' first assignment against Kazakhstan in the basketball tournament.
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SBP says NBA allowing Clarkson for Asiad will 'cheer the hearts' of Pinoys
No longer the heartbreakers!
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Tuesday, August 14, 2018
SBP President confirms Jordan Clarkson is officially cleared by the NBA to join the Asian Games
It’s as green as green lights go!
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Clarkson grateful for, finally, being allowed to play for Asian Games
In a Facebook post early Wednesday morning (Manila time), Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson showed his gratitude to everyone who worked towards allowing him to play for the Philippines in the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia.
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Alonso to retire from Formula One at end of season
Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso announced on Tuesday that he will retire from Formula One at the end of the season after his recent struggles with underachieving McLaren.
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Alonso will retire from F1 at end of season, McLaren say
Double world champion Fernando Alonso will not race in Formula One next season, McLaren said in a statement on Tuesday.
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Jordan Clarkson gets NBA clearance for Asian Games --Richard Gomez
Sports officials still need to secure the approval of the Asian Games organizers for Clarkson to join the Philippine lineup.
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Monday, August 13, 2018
Gin Kings celebrate their PBA Commissioner's Cup victory
Congratulations!
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Anthony clears waivers, expected to sign with Rockets
Carmelo Anthony cleared waivers on Wednesday, making him a free agent and opening the way for the 34-year-old forward to pursue a deal with the Houston Rockets.
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Koepka makes incredible comeback from injury to major wins
Sitting on a couch watching the Masters on television with an injured left wrist, Brooks Koepka never dreamed he would win two majors this year, much less battle his boyhood idols.
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Duterte to Asian Games athletes: Do your best
President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday rallied behind the athletes who will be competing in the 18th Asian Games in Indonesia, urging them to do their best for flag and country.
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Sunday, August 12, 2018
Clarkson: 'I will be with my Gilas teammates in heart and spirit'
The Fil-Am player said he is disappointed with the decision.
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Nadal topples birthday boy Tsitsipas in Rogers Cup finals in Toronto
Rafael Nadal ended the red-hot run of Greek upstart Stefanos Tsitsipas with a ruthless 6-2 7-6(4) win on Sunday that gave the Spanish top seed his fourth Rogers Cup championship.
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2018 Asian Games: PHL sports leaders disappointed with NBA decision on Clarkson clearance
Will the NBA reconsider?
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Nuggets' Thomas apologizes for comments criticizing Cleveland
Denver Nuggets guard Isaiah Thomas quickly apologized Saturday night after a video posted on social media surfaced in which he called the city of Cleveland "a."
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Saturday, August 11, 2018
Jordan Clarkson won't play for Asian Games 2018
The Asian Games is not among the competitions NBA players can participate in.
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Woodland stays ahead at PGA after rain-hit second round
Gary Woodland enjoyed a lazy start to the day as nearly half the field, including Tiger Woods, went to work early on Saturday to complete their rain-interrupted second rounds but could not nudge the American off the top of the PGA Championship leaderboard.
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Batang Gilas falls to China in FIBA Asia U-18 battle for third
The Philippines fell short of a podium finish after falling to China, 76-57, in the battle for third place in the FIBA Under-18 Asian Championship on Saturday in Thailand.
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Friday, August 10, 2018
LIVE: Batang Gilas vs. China - FIBA Asia U-18 Battle for Third
The Philippines has a chance to salvage the bronze medal in the FIBA Under-18 Asian Championship on Saturday when it battles China.
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Nadal stays on track in Toronto with win over Cilic
Rafael Nadal recovered from a slow start, overcoming Marin Cilic 2-6, 6-4, 6-4 as the Spaniard's chase for a long-sought ATP Masters title on hardcourt heated up on Friday.
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Take 5: Can't-miss games of the 2018-19 NBA season
The NBA released its composite regular-season schedule, which includes 1,230 games for the league's 30 teams, on Friday.
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76ers rookie Zhaire Smith undergoes foot surgery
Philadelphia 76ers rookie guard Zhaire Smith underwent surgery to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot, the team announced Friday.
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NBA schedule released: Leonard returning to San Antonio Jan. 3
Kahwi Leonard wrote a thank you letter to San Antonio Spurs' fans on Wednesday. The tone might not be so friendly when he returns to town for a Jan. 3 contest as a member of the Toronto Raptors.
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Suspend demonstrating players - Trump
At least five players silently demonstrated during the national anthem during a full slate of preseason NFL games on Thursday.
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Djokovic stunned by Greek teen Tsitsipas in Toronto
Greek teenager Stefanos Tsitsipas secured the biggest win of his career when he sent Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic packing in the third round of the Rogers Cup with a stunning 6-3 6-7(5) 6-3 win on Thursday.
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Jordan Clarkson, James Yap, Chris Tiu lead PHL lineup for Asian Games basketball
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson has been included in the lineup for the Philippine team to the Asian Games basketball tournament later this month.
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Australia whips Batang Gilas, 77-43, in FIBA Asia U-18 semis
Australia turned the Philippines' dream run in the FIBA Under-18 Asian Championship into a nightmare with an 77-43 beatdown on Friday in the semifinals of the tournament in Thailand.
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LIVE: Batang Gilas vs. Australia - FIBA Under-18 Asia Championship semifinals
The Philippines and Australia do battle in the semifinals of the FIBA Under-18 Asia Championship on Thursday.
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Thursday, August 9, 2018
NBA star Steph Curry shoots 71 in Web.com event
Stephen Curry trailed the leaders by eight strokes after shooting a one over 71 on Thursday in the opening round of the Web.com Tour's Ellie Mae Classic.
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Kawhi goodbye: Leonard pens farewell to San Antonio
Understated superstar Kawhi Leonard penned a farewell letter to San Antonio, thanking Spurs fans for their support as he starts anew as a member of the Toronto Raptors.
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Batang Gilas to face Australia in FIBA Asia U-18 semis
The budding basketball rivalry between the Philippines and Australia will continue in the FIBA Under-18 Asian Championship semifinals in Thailand.
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Batang Gilas overcomes Bahrain scare, enters FIBA Asia U-18 semis
The Philippines avoided a major letdown against Bahrain, 67-52, on Thursday to punch a ticket to the semifinals of the FIBA Under-18 Asia Championship in Thailand.
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Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Neil Etheridge hopes Premier League presence can make impact in Philippines
HONG KONG - In the Philippines, where basketball rules the sporting scene and football is a minor player, Neil Etheridge is hoping he can make a positive impact with his Premier League debut this weekend.
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PBA: Gin Kings bury Beermen to take Commissioner’s Cup crown
Barangay Ginebra San Miguel avoided a winner-take-all Game 7 by defeating the San Miguel Beermen, 93-77, to take the 2018 PBA Commissioner's Cup title in front of a 20-thousand strong crowd in the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
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James Yap posts 'reunion' photo with Coach Yeng Guiao, Norwood and Taulava
'After 9 years nagkasama sama ulit kami. Noon para sa bayan, ngayon para sa bayan pa rin. Isang honor na mapili ulit na maglingkod sa bayan,' Yap wrote on Instagram
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Tuesday, August 7, 2018
LeBron-led Lakers vs. Warriors reportedly leads Christmas slate
LeBron James is no stranger to NBA prime-time and holiday games, and Christmas will be no exception this year.
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Tanauan Little League win softball championship in Delaware
A team of Filipina kids brought home the trophy after winning the 2018 Senior League Softball World Series in Delaware, United States.
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Carmelo Anthony reportedly agrees to join Rockets
Carmelo Anthony reached a verbal agreement to join the Houston Rockets, sources told Yahoo Sports and USA Today on Tuesday.
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Wawrinka, Djokovic advance in Toronto Masters
Stan Wawrinka and Novak Djokovic reached the second round of the Toronto Masters on Tuesday, with both men polishing their pre-US Open form.
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Curry excited for rivalry with LeBron's Lakers
After meeting LeBron James' team in four consecutive NBA Finals, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is looking forward to a budding rivalry with James and the reformed Los Angeles Lakers.
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Force India to come out of administration after takeover
Formula One team Force India are set to come out of administration, after announcing on Tuesday a takeover by a consortium of investors led by Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll.
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Magic to face Bulls, Jazz in Mexico City in December
The Orlando Magic will face the Chicago Bulls and Utah Jazz in a pair of games in Mexico City this December, the NBA announced Tuesday.
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LeBron to produce televised three-part doc
LeBron James is adding documentary executive producer to his resume.
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Full game video of Batang Gilas' 73-63 win over China
The Philippines scored a rousing 73-63 victory over China on Tuesday in the FIBA Under-18 Asian Championship in Thailand.
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Ildefonso stars as Batang Gilas dominates China in FIBA Asia U-18
The Philippines fashioned out an impressive 73-63 victory over regional powerhouse China on Thursday in the opening round of the FIBA Under-18 Asian Championship in Indonesia.
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Alaska trades Calvin Abueva to Phoenix
The Alaska Aces have sent star forward Calvin Abueva to the Phoenix Fuel Masters.
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Monday, August 6, 2018
Monroe signs with Raptors --report
Free-agent center Greg Monroe, 28, has agreed to a one-year, $2.2 million deal with the Toronto Raptors, according to a report by Yahoo! Sports.
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Parker thanks Spurs, reflects on move to bench role
Charlotte Hornets guard Tony Parker reflected on his 17-year tenure with the San Antonio Spurs and thanked the organization in an essay published on The Players' Tribune on Monday.
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Unpredictable Jordan Spieth seeks Grand Slam at PGA Championship
Three-time major champion Jordan Spieth can achieve the 'Career Grand Slam' at this week's PGA Championship, the final major of the year, but the young American is just as likely to deliver his latest memorable near miss.
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Seattle to host 1st NBA game since Sonics left town in '08
Seattle will host its first NBA game since the Seattle SuperSonics left town after the 2007-2008 season and moved to Oklahoma City, the Golden State Warriors announced on Monday when they released their full preseason schedule.
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LeBron James praised by Ohio school district after Trump attack
National Basketball Association star LeBron James won praise on Monday from an Ohio school district for his support of disadvantaged children in his hometown of Akron, after US President Donald Trump attacked him in a weekend tweet questioning his intelligence.
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2 Team Lakay fighters see action in ONE Championship card in China
Former ONE featherweight champion Honorio Banario and hard-hitting featherweight Edward Kelly of Team Lakay will both see action on the undercard of "ONE: Beyond the Horizon" on September 8 at Baoshan Arena in Shanghai, China.
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Niki Lauda in ‘very satisfying’ state after operation
Three-time Formula One champion Niki Lauda is in a "very satisfying" state four days after undergoing an emergency lung transplant following an infection, Vienna's general hospital said on Monday.
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Sunday, August 5, 2018
PHL will have a basketball team in 2018 Asian Games, says SBP
The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) on Sunday said it will send a delegation to the Asian Games in Indonesia this month, effectively retracting its earlier statement.
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Melania Trump praises LeBron James after Donald’s insult
After Donald Trump sniped back at LeBron James' suggestion that he fuels American racial divides, support has flooded in for the NBA great--including from the US president's own wife, Melania.
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Saturday, August 4, 2018
Tiger Woods plummets out of Bridgestone contention
Tiger Woods said there was nothing bothering him but poor play Saturday as he stumbled out of contention at the WGC Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio.
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Michael Jordan backs LeBron James after Trump questions his intelligence
NBA legend Michael Jordan and US athletes rallied to LeBron James' defense on Saturday after US President Donald Trump questioned the star player's intelligence in a tweet.
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Serena withdraws from Montreal after lopsided loss
Former world number one Serena Williams has withdrawn from next week's WTA tournament in Montreal citing "personal reasons," organizers said Saturday.
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Trump aims tweet at LeBron James, questions his intelligence
To the sporting world and largely beyond, he's King James, but to President Trump, LeBron James' is no intellectual genius.
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Pacquiao open for rematch if Mayweather comes out of retirement
Filipino boxing icon and Senator Manny Pacquiao is not discounting the possibility that he and Floyd Mayweather might square off again in the boxing ring if ever the latter decides to come out of retirement.
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Friday, August 3, 2018
Tiger, McIlroy, Thomas grouped for first two rounds at PGA
Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas are in the same group for the first two rounds at next week's PGA Championship in Missouri, organizers announced on Friday.
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Ginebra continues trend, serves blowout to even series
Barangay Ginebra San Miguel refused to go down a 3-1 hole on Friday, repeating their Game 1 performance by burying the San Miguel Beermen, 130-100, at the Araneta Coliseum.
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Ricciardo joins Renault on two-year deal
Australian Daniel Ricciardo will end his long relationship with Red Bull and join Renault on a two-year deal next season in a surprise announcement that jolted Formula One ahead of its August shutdown.
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Thursday, August 2, 2018
Terry Butcher steps down as Azkals coach
HONG KONG - Former England captain Terry Butcher has stepped down from his role as head coach of the Philippines national team without taking charge of a single game.
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Bryant's wife says Lakers legend not interested in NBA return
Kobe Bryant's wife, Vanessa, squelched rumors that her superstar husband was considering coming out of retirement to play alongside LeBron James with the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Michael Phelps congratulates 10-year-old Fil-Am who destroyed his record
Wow!
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Lucas Matthysse retires from boxing
Barely one month after suffering a TKO loss to Manny Pacquiao.
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Beermen seize series lead, bury Ginebra with 38-pt win
The San Miguel Beermen seized a 2-1 lead in the best of seven finals series of the 2018 Commissioner’s Cup after dominating Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, 132-94, on Wednesday.
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A 10-year-old Fil-Am beat a Michael Phelps record
Remember his name: Clark Kent Apuada
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