Zamboanga City and Rizal Province showcased their strength in weightlifting, collecting multiple medals led by rising stars Stephanie Mandigma and Kyle Cue, while Manila surged ahead in the Batang Pinoy medal standings.
Chris and Charles Tiu, two of Philippine basketball’s most respected figures, team up for the “Tius Your Play” campaign, bringing their basketball IQ and strategic mindset to guide fans in mastering fantasy basketball.
![The Philippine girls’ volleyball team defeated Chinese Taipei and continues their march at the Asian Youth Games [POC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Volleyball-Philippines-defeats-Chinese-Taipei-in-the-Girls-Quarterfinals-5-400x200.jpg)
Alas Pilipinas booked a spot in the Final Four of girls’ volleyball at the Asian Youth Games, defeating Chinese Taipei while other Filipino athletes delivered mixed results across table tennis, taekwondo, and cycling.
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Leo Mhar Lobrido advanced to the semifinals in the boys’ light flyweight boxing division at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, marking a standout performance for the Philippines.
![June Mar Fajardo powers through Ginebra’s defense during their PBA game in Dubai. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES927-400x200.jpg)
San Miguel Beer nearly lost a double-digit lead but held firm in the closing seconds to beat Barangay Ginebra, 83-81, in their PBA Philippine Cup duel in Dubai.
Muhammad “The Punisher” Mokaev is set to chase the first BRAVE CF Flyweight World Championship in Bahrain, aiming to complete a journey that began five years ago.
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Local coaches predict the tightest Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference yet, with Cignal and Criss Cross facing stronger, retooled squads ready to end their Finals dominance.
![JB Bahio delivers clutch points to seal NLEX’s 89-85 win over Meralco. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/83A4904-400x200.jpg)
NLEX Road Warriors held off Meralco Bolts 89-85 in a thrilling Philippine Cup clash, powered by JB Bahio’s clutch performance and Robert Bolick’s all-around game.
Taho Story and Uratex Dream reigned supreme at the Red Bull Half Court National Finals, securing their spots to represent the Philippines in the world stage in Dubai.
![Jan Brix Ramiscal (red) and Tyron Jamborillo (blue) rule the Mixed Team Mai Muay. [POC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Mixed-Team-Mai-Muay-Jan-Brix-Ramiscal-Red-and-Tyron-Jamborillo-Blue-bags-gold-in-the-Mixed-Team-Mai-Muay-Final-5-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines’ wushu team shone bright at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, bagging three gold and two silver medals in an electrifying Sunday showing.