![Ervin Chang carded nine birdies and one bogey for an eight-under 64 to join the opening-round lead at the Yeangder TPC. [Asian Tour Media Hub]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design751-1024x683.png)
Ervin Chang fired an eight-under 64 to share the Yeangder TPC opening-round lead with Pavit Tangkamolprasert and Chien-yao Hung.
![The Filipinas celebrate a 2-0 victory over Hong Kong that kept their Asian Games quarterfinal hopes alive. [PSC, PFF photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design750-1024x683.png)
Two Milestones, One Win: Filipinas Roll Toward China Test
The Filipinas beat Hong Kong, 2-0, as Hali Long tied the Philippines’ all-time cap record and Jaclyn Sawicki earned her 50th appearance.
PUMA, McLaren Drop Fierce Night Race-Inspired Collection in PH
PUMA and McLaren bring a navy-and-white F1 streetwear capsule to the Philippines, inspired by Singapore’s night race and Southeast Asian design.
![Alex Eala returns to the Asian Games after winning a bronze medal in Hangzhou three years ago. [photo credit: Miguel Dela Vega]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design744-1024x683.png)
‘For Flag and Country’: Eala Defies WTA to Play in Nagoya
Alex Eala will compete at the Asian Games despite a scheduling conflict with the mandatory China Open and possible WTA penalties.
![Volleyball representation image [Image by Tania Van den Berghen from Pixabay]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/volleyball-4108313_1280-1024x682.jpg)
Heartbreak in Nagoya: Alas Pilipinas Rallies Twice, Still Loses
Alas Pilipinas rallied from deficits twice but fell to Kazakhstan in four sets, sending the Filipinas to the Asian Games classification round.
![IT was a hard-earned semifinals victory for Alas Pilipinas over Chinese-Taipei as PNVF and AVC president Ramon “Tats” Suzara watches the match closely at the Dong Anh Arena in Hanoi on Friday night. [photo credit: AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/alas-women-3-1024x683.jpeg)
Alas Pilipinas’ Comeback Bid Falls Short vs Asian Champs China
Alas Pilipinas pushed China to the limit in the second set before falling in straight sets in the Asian Games women’s volleyball opener.
![Alex Eala heads into the Asian Games as one of the Philippines' biggest tennis stars, with her world ranking at No. 18. [Miguel Dela Vega | Sports Bytes PH]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design727-1024x683.png)
POC Chief Defends Eala’s Bold Stand Against WTA Rules
POC president Abraham Tolentino backs Alex Eala’s decision to play at the Asian Games despite a scheduling clash with the WTA.
![Alas Pilipinas Women begin their Asian Games campaign against China as the Nationals target a historic run in Nagoya. [POC Media Pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design726-1024x683.png)
Alas Women’s Asian Games Bid Starts vs. Volleyball Powerhouse China
Alas Pilipinas Women begin their Asian Games campaign against nine-time defending champion China in Nagoya on Wednesday.
MCU’s Secret Weapon for UCAL Season 9? Total Reinvention
Manila Central University enters UCAL Season 9 with revamped facilities, seven sports and a renewed focus on student-athlete development.
![Sports Vision president Ricky Palou points to the shared schedule as a milestone for Philippine volleyball. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design719-1024x683.png)
Spikers’ Turf Crashes PVL Slate in Landmark Team-Up
Spikers’ Turf and PVL will share the same arena and playdates for the first time, creating a landmark schedule for Philippine volleyball.