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The Philippine curling team celebrate after their gold medal-clinching victory at the Harbin Asian Winter Games last February. [Photo credit: Olympics.com]

Philippine curling team moves closer to 2026 Winter Olympics after unbeaten run in Scotland

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025Comments Off

The Philippine men’s curling team stayed unbeaten in a pre-Olympic qualification event in Scotland, putting itself just one step away from securing a historic spot in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.

Ricci Rivero powers Phoenix past San Miguel with a big second-half performance in the PBA Philippine Cup. [PBA Images]

Phoenix shocks San Miguel for first win in PBA Philippine Cup as upsets rock Season 50

October 12, 2025October 12, 2025Comments Off

Phoenix pulled off a stunning 109-103 upset of San Miguel Beer to notch its first win of the season in the PBA Philippine Cup, capping a night of shockers highlighted by Terrafirma’s drought-breaking victory.

John Bravo powers Terrafirma with 18 points and eight boards in a breakthrough win in the PBA Philippine Cup. [PBA Images]

Terrafirma ends 11-game skid with gritty win over NLEX in PBA Philippine Cup

October 12, 2025October 12, 2025Comments Off

Terrafirma leaned on rookie John Bravo and a young core to stun NLEX, 97-91, and snap a lengthy losing streak in the PBA Philippine Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

Caelan Tiongson sparks a late rally as Rain or Shine escapes Meralco in a nail-biter. [PBA Images]

Rain or Shine survives Meralco in OT thriller to open PBA Philippine Cup campaign

October 11, 2025Comments Off

Rain or Shine pulled off a gritty overtime comeback to stun Meralco, 96-95, in its PBA Philippine Cup season opener, overcoming a late collapse to secure a dramatic win in Antipolo.

The Chargers celebrate their historic first-ever win over the Cool Smashers. [PVL Images]

Akari shocks Creamline for historic first win in Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference opener

October 11, 2025Comments Off

Akari delivered a stunning five-set upset over defending champion Creamline to secure its first-ever win against the Cool Smashers and open its Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference campaign on a high note.

DeBeer showcases her offensive versatility during her 37-point outburst. [PVL Images]

Anna DeBeer erupts for 37 points in ZUS Coffee’s Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference win

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025Comments Off

Anna DeBeer made a spectacular debut, exploding for 37 points to lead ZUS Coffee past Chery Tiggo in the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference at the Dasmariñas Arena.

Juan Gomez de Liano drives to the basket during his historic PBA debut for Converge. [PBA Images]

Juan Gomez de Liano leads Converge to dominant win in PBA Philippine Cup debut

October 11, 2025Comments Off

Juan Gomez de Liano made history with a triple-double in his first PBA game as Converge crushed Titan Ultra, 129-92, to open its PBA Philippine Cup campaign at Ynares Center in Montalban.

BRAVE CF makes its Lithuania debut with BRAVE CF 99 in Vilnius.

BRAVE CF 99 set to make historic debut in Lithuania with stacked fight card

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025Comments Off

BRAVE Combat Federation heads to Vilnius for the first time on October 18, bringing a world-class lineup headlined by heavyweight champion Pavel Dailidko.

FEU players celebrate their back-to-back 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge title. [V-League photo]

FEU completes comeback to retain 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge crown

October 11, 2025October 10, 2025Comments Off

Far Eastern University swept De La Salle University in Game 3 to retain its 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge title, capping a stunning series turnaround.