Filipino MMA standout Drex Zamboanga has officially signed with BRAVE Combat Federation, adding firepower to the organization’s Featherweight division. With an impressive record and a history of finishes, Zamboanga is set to shake up the division in 2025.
Jermyn Prado secured her second gold medal in the PhilCycling National Championships after winning the women’s Individual Time Trial (ITT), while Kim Bonilla triumphed in the Under-23 category. The competition, held in Batangas, showcased top cycling talents as they vied for spots in the national team.
Ed Ocampo was a rare talent who excelled in both basketball and football, earning the titles of “Mr. Basketball” and “Mr. Football.” His legacy as a defensive powerhouse, three-time Olympian, and championship-winning coach remains unmatched in Philippine sports history.
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Cignal and Criss Cross look to stay unbeaten as they take on separate opponents in the 2025 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference at Ynares Sports Arena.
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has named Darren Russell as its International Director of Marketing Digital and Content. With over a decade of experience in combat sports, Russell will drive PFL’s global digital growth following his success with PFL Europe, Bellator Champions Series, and Dubai Champions Series.
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Cignal’s Jau Umandal earns Spikers’ Turf Press Corps Player of the Week honors after stellar performances in the 2025 Open Conference. The HD Spikers remain dominant as Umandal continues to push for excellence.
Senegal is set to host Africa’s first-ever Olympic event as the Youth Olympic Games 2026 (YOG Dakar 2026) arrives in October. With 2,700 young athletes competing across 25 sports, the Games will be a landmark moment for African sports and youth empowerment.
BRAVE Combat Federation has unveiled its official Flyweight rankings, with undefeated star Muhammad Mokaev securing the top spot. With no champion yet crowned, the division is set for an exciting battle toward gold in 2025.
Allaeza Mae Gulmatico and Maria Louisse Crisselle Alejado secured double gold for Iloilo, winning both the Criterium and Individual Time Trial (ITT) races at the PhilCycling National Championships for Road.
Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, founder and chairman of APO Group, has been invited as a special guest at the ANOCA Elective General Assembly in Algiers, Algeria. The invitation highlights his impact on African sports development and the strong partnership between APO Group and ANOCA.