NBA Africa and University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) are revolutionizing youth basketball in Morocco with the launch of the country’s first NBA Basketball Schools and four Jr. NBA leagues. This transformative initiative will engage 2,000 young athletes annually and train over 200 local coaches, paving the way for a new generation of basketball talent.
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The 2025 BCL Asia-East Preliminary Round groups have been revealed, featuring elite basketball teams from across Asia. Discover the tournament’s format, groupings, and how the top teams will advance to the Final Four.
Ajla Tomljanović and Elise Mertens brought glamour to the inaugural Singapore Tennis Open Welcome Party. The event, highlighted by cultural performances and local hospitality, marks an exciting start to the tennis showcase.
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Choco Mucho’s Dindin Santiago-Manabat powered the Flying Titans to three straight wins, earning her the PVL Press Corps Player of the Week honors for January 18-25. Her resilience and leadership are paving the way for a historic run.
Olympic champion Carlos Yulo, the 2024 PSA Athlete of the Year, continues to inspire as he joins IAM Worldwide as the new face of Amazing Choco Barley. Discover how the gymnast’s achievements align with the brand’s mission for health and excellence.
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Julien Sale delivered a stunning performance at the Smart Infinity Philippine Open, becoming the first Asian Tour member to win on his debut. The Frenchman’s five-under-par 65 secured his first professional win and set the stage for a remarkable career.
BRAVE Combat Federation is set to continue its historic global expansion in 2025, starting with events in China, Switzerland, Slovenia, and Bulgaria. With BRAVE CF 93 kicking off the action in April, the organization solidifies its position as the most global MMA promotion in the world.
Dagestan’s Usman Nurmagomedov secured a majority decision victory over Ireland’s Paul Hughes at the PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series, extending his unbeaten record. The event marks a new chapter in MMA as Dubai becomes a global hub for the sport.
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Tomoyo Ikemura surged into the lead with a last-hole birdie during the third round of the 2025 Smart Infinity Philippine Open. The Japanese golfer now sits 18 holes away from his first Asian Tour title.
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The Singapore Tennis Open 2025 promises an action-packed week with Anna Kalinskaya, Emma Raducanu, Elise Mertens, and other WTA stars battling it out at the Kallang Tennis Hub.