Africa reached a landmark moment in BRAVE Combat Federation as Alex Lohoré, Nicholas Hwende, and Mohamed Said Maalem simultaneously held world championship gold, highlighting the continent’s growing influence in global mixed martial arts.
Triple Gold Surge: Loraña, Roda and Balderama Power Philippine Athletics’ Next Wave
Hussein Loraña capped a remarkable campaign with a second gold medal, while Jessa Mae Roda and Rica Balderama also completed golden doubles as the ICTSI Philippine Athletics Championships concluded in New Clark City.
Bosnian Prospect Amil Tutić Lands Major BRAVE CF Contract
BRAVE Combat Federation has signed Bosnian mixed martial arts prospect Amil Tutić to an exclusive multi-fight contract following his impressive performances inside the promotion.
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Streetball Kings and Queens Ready to Represent Philippines on World Stage
JSKILLS and Pilipinas Aguilas captured the men’s and women’s championships at the Red Bull Half Court 2026 Philippines National Finals, earning spots in the World Finals in Manila this December.
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Taichi Kho Stuns Bubba Watson to Win International Series Morocco
Hong Kong golfer Taichi Kho claimed his first International Series crown and second Asian Tour title after edging Bubba Watson by one shot at the International Series Morocco.
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Korea sweeps Chinese Taipei for AVC Women’s Cup title
Korea completed a dominant run in the AVC Women’s Volleyball Cup by defeating Chinese Taipei in straight sets to capture the gold medal before a packed crowd in Candon City.
Loraña, KG Mercuries shine in Philippine Athletics meet
Hussein Loraña narrowly missed the national record in the men’s 800 meters while KG Mercuries stunned the field in the men’s 4×100-meter relay at the ICTSI Philippine Athletic Championships.
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McCullough powers TNT to Game 7 against Ginebra
Chris McCullough erupted for 53 points and 22 rebounds as TNT Tropang 5G defeated Barangay Ginebra to force a winner-take-all Game 7 in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals.
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Flying Knees and Broken Streaks: Inside PFL Africa’s Wild Nigeria Debut
PFL Africa launched its first event in Nigeria with a night of tournament action and showcase bouts, highlighted by Patrick Ocheme’s spectacular flying-knee knockout in Lagos.
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Age, Experience, and Nerves of Steel: Bubba Watson Hunts First Win Since 2018
Bubba Watson surged into the final round lead at the International Series Morocco after carding a four-under-par 69, holding a slim advantage over Jazz Janewattananond and Taichi Kho.