![CJ Perez torches Blackwater with 20 points to lead SMB’s third straight win [{BA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images823-400x200.jpg)
San Miguel Beer dominated Blackwater 115-78 in the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup, overcoming key absences with a clinical performance led by CJ Perez, June Mar Fajardo, and Don Trollano.
Al Ahli Tripoli defeated Nairobi City Thunder 104-91 to clinch their fourth consecutive win and earn a guaranteed slot in the 2025 BAL Playoffs. Meanwhile, Made By Basketball outlasted APR to keep their postseason hopes alive.
![Japeth Aguilar hit the game-winning jumper that sealed Ginebra’s 101-99 win over Blackwater. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images1428-400x200.jpg)
Japeth Aguilar delivered a game-winning shot with a second left as Barangay Ginebra edged Blackwater 101-99 in the PBA Philippine Cup, securing their third straight win.
![Songgyu Yoo [photo credit: Korea Golf Association]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/KKO24-R3-Songgyu-Yoo-032-400x200.jpg)
Korean golfer Songgyu Yoo captured the halfway lead at the Kolon Korea Open with a composed 67, outpacing Thai contenders Poom Saksansin and Sadom Kaewkanjana on a punishing Dunes Course.
![Robert Bolick shines with 19 points and 10 assists to lead NLEX. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images634-400x200.jpg)
NLEX Road Warriors leaned on Robert Bolick and Xyrus Torres to edge Converge, 88-83, in a high-stakes battle at the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup. The win marked the longest winning streak in franchise history.
The growing poaching culture in UAAP basketball has transformed collegiate sports into a battleground for money-driven transfers. Critics warn this shift undermines academic values and institutional loyalty.
Bitget partners with Founders Running Club for a surprise 6AM Bull Run in Manila, blending crypto networking and fitness to unite Web3 builders offline. Over 100 runners showed up to prove that blockchain enthusiasts can chase both gains and endorphins.
![Thea Gagate powers a spike over two defenders during a crucial playoff match for ZUS Coffee. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PVL-AFC-25-Petrogazz-vs.-Zus-Thea-Gagate-2599-400x200.jpg)
Thea Gagate lived up to the hype in her pro debut, lifting ZUS Coffee to the playoffs and earning the 2025 PVL Rookie of the Year award ahead of top contenders like Ishie Lalongisip and Angge Alcantara.
![Sisi Rondina and Bernadeth Pons prepare to compete in the PNVF Beach Volleyball National Open at Nuvali Sand Courts. [BVR photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1000002696-400x200.jpg)
Top players from the Alas Pilipinas team headline the Philippine National Volleyball Federation Beach Volleyball National Open at Nuvali Sand Courts, Laguna, showcasing fierce competition across men’s and women’s divisions.
Youssef Boughanem showcased his striking skills and dominance at BRAVE CF 94 in Switzerland, solidifying his rising status in MMA.