![Herbert leads at 11-under after two days of rollercoaster golf in Chiba. [Graham Uden/Asian Tour]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ISJPN_250509_GU_AM_Lucas_Herbert_11-1024x683.jpg)
Lucas Herbert fired a two-under 69 to retain the lead at 11-under at the halfway point of the $2 million International Series Japan, with Shunya Takeyasu and Younghan Song in close pursuit.
![Saet, at 40, proves age is just a number with the Miss Quality Minutes award. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PVL-AFC-25-Petrogazz-vs.-Zus-Chie-Saet-2060-1024x683.jpg)
PVL Press Corps Awards: Soyud, Eroa, and Saet among top honorees
Eli Soyud, Alyssa Eroa, and Chie Saet will headline the first-ever Pilipinas Live PVL Press Corps Awards Night on May 28, earning top honors for their standout performances in the league’s past three conferences.
![Chris Newsome paced the Bolts with 24 points in a fiery comeback effort. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images1120-1024x681.jpg)
Bolts surge late to shock NorthPort in dramatic PBA Philippine Cup win
Bong Quinto’s clutch drive capped Meralco’s dramatic 105-104 comeback win over NorthPort, who collapsed after missing five free throws in the final minute at the PhilSports Arena.
El Clásico 2025: The Battle for the Title
Barcelona and Real Madrid clash in a high-stakes El Clásico with La Liga title implications, as Lewandowski and Mbappé lead their sides into a battle for glory at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.
![Calvin Oftana dominates Terrafirma with 22 points in just three quarters. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images720-1024x627.jpg)
TNT rolls past Terrafirma with all-around performance in PBA Philippine Cup
TNT Tropang Giga dismantled Terrafirma Dyip with a dominant 110-74 victory, powered by Calvin Oftana and Poy Erram, to notch back-to-back wins in the PBA Philippine Cup.
![Arvin Tolentino of NorthPort looks to return from injury as the Batang Pier face Meralco in a crucial game. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images719-1024x683.jpg)
Slumping Meralco, NorthPort collide in pivotal PBA PH Cup matchup
Meralco and NorthPort face off at the PhilSports Arena, each hoping to snap a slump and regain momentum in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup as they battle for a spot in the quarterfinals.
Dakar 2026 Learning Academy unveils skills program for young professionals
The Dakar 2026 Learning Academy, designed to recruit and train over 400 young professionals for the Youth Olympic Games, officially launched its training program, marking a key step toward building local expertise in Senegal.
PFL MENA 1 weigh-in results: Lightweight champ returns, Almudhaf makes debut for Kuwait
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) MENA season kicks off in Jeddah with an exciting weigh-in as top fighters gear up for the tournament. Here are the official results for the highly anticipated event.
![Lucas Herbert of Australia [Picture by Graham Uden/Asian Tour]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ISJPN_250508_GU_PM_Lucas_Herbert_12-1024x683.jpg)
International Series Japan: Herbert stuns field with two-shot lead using used putter
Lucas Herbert fired a stunning bogey-free 62 to lead by two shots at the International Series Japan, using a second-hand putter he found in a Korean thrift shop. Japan’s Shunya Takeyasu and Korea’s Younghan Song trail after strong rounds in challenging conditions.
Masai Ujiri brings back Giants of Africa Festival for 2025 global edition
Giants of Africa Festival 2025 will unite 320 youth athletes from 20 countries for a week of basketball, music, culture, and empowerment from July 26 to August 2 in Kigali, Rwanda.