![Tough opener for Gilas Pilipinas. Despite late pushes, Chinese Taipei pulls off a wire-to-wire win. [FIBA.com photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/zpl8ssbt1jlrvg9jsx1g-1024x683.webp)
Chinese Taipei rode a strong first quarter and a 34-point performance from Chen Ying-Chun to defeat the Philippines, 95-87, in their Group D opener at the FIBA Asia Cup 2025.
![Stephen Arapoc, president of Muay Thai PH, leads the team with pride and vision in Chengdu. [photo credit: Stephen Arapoc Facebook]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/469480336_9305262092839775_6676012236626696315_n.jpg)
Chef de Mission confident as Team Philippines settles into Chengdu World Games
Stephen Arapoc expresses strong belief in Team Philippines’ medal chances as the full delegation arrives for the 2025 Chengdu World Games.
![Chinnie Arroyo powers ZUS Coffee with 21 points to complete a stunning comeback [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PVL-On-Tour-2025-Zus-vs.-Choco-Mucho-Chinnie-Arroyo-8773-1024x682.jpg)
ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles complete thrilling reverse sweep to enter PVL On Tour quarterfinals
ZUS Coffee stunned Choco Mucho with a reverse sweep to claim the final PVL On Tour quarterfinal slot, proving once again their grit in five-set battles.
NBA Africa launches second Triple-Double Accelerator for early-stage startups
NBA Africa opens applications for the second Triple-Double Accelerator to support tech-focused startups across sport and creative industries in Africa.
![Ivy Lacsina delivers in the clutch! 16 points and the game-sealing blows to carry Akari forward. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PVL-On-Tour-2025-Petro-Gazz-vs.-Akari-Ivy-Lacsina-8377-1024x682.jpg)
Akari charges into PVL quarterfinals with sweep of short-handed Petro Gazz
Akari swept Petro Gazz in straight sets to secure a Premier Volleyball League On Tour quarterfinal berth, showcasing depth, grit, and growing chemistry.
Red Bull Half Court returns to the Philippines with 3-on-3 streetball qualifiers starting August
Red Bull Half Court is back in the Philippines, kicking off high-energy 3-on-3 streetball qualifiers in Davao, Cebu, and Manila this August to October 2025.
![Agatha Wong and Raph Trinidad will carry the flag for PH at the World Games opening. [photo credit: Philippine Olympic Committee Facebook]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/515070045_1078101514486085_9168816915747887152_n.jpg)
Philippine athletes gear up for 2025 Chengdu World Games with veterans and rising stars
The Philippines sends a powerhouse 47-strong delegation of elite athletes to the 2025 Chengdu World Games, featuring seasoned champs and young standouts.
![Cess Robles leads Chery Tiggo with 13 points and clutch plays in the final set. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PVL-Dasma-Chery-Tiggo-vs.-Galeries-Cess-Robles-7529-1024x683.jpg)
Chery Tiggo survives Galeries Tower scare to clinch PVL On Tour quarterfinal spot
With composure and experience as their edge, Chery Tiggo weathered Galeries Tower’s upset bid to complete a straight-sets win and move into the PVL quarterfinals.
Farm Fresh crushes Capital1 in straight sets to punch PVL On Tour quarterfinal ticket
Farm Fresh dominated Capital1 in straight sets to clinch a quarterfinal berth in the PVL On Tour, unleashing a balanced, all-around performance in Cavite.
![Luka Doncic’s move to the Lakers comes with major financial consequences. [Los Angeles Lakers Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot_78.png)
Of Luka, and FIBA EuroBasket
Luka Doncic faces a crucial choice on August 3: sign a $223M Lakers extension or test free agency in 2026, just weeks before leading Slovenia in EuroBasket 2025.