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.
Young cycling stars from Iloilo, Pangasinan, and Narvacan made a strong statement on Day 1 of the PhilCycling National Championships for Road, winning gold in the Criterium races held in Tagaytay City.
The 2025 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference delivered intense volleyball action as PGJC Navy, Cignal, and Criss Cross secured crucial victories. From dramatic five-set thrillers to straight-set dominance, the tournament is proving to be a battle of skill and resilience.
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At 37, Rachel Ann Daquis proves she’s far from done, delivering a masterclass performance to lead Farm Fresh to a historic win. Her 19-point outing earned her PVL Press Corps Player of the Week honors.
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The Cignal HD Spikers and Criss Cross delivered dominant performances in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference opener, overcoming stiff challenges to secure straight-set victories.