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Kaye Ann Emana (third from left) earned a wild card slot to the Philippine Women's Open qualifying round after beating Elizabeth Abarquez (second from left) in the finals of the PHILTA qualifying meet at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center last Thursday night. [PSC photo]

Emana earns Philippine Women’s Open qualifying berth after straight-sets win

January 18, 2026Comments Off

UAAP Season 87 MVP Kaye Ann Emana advanced to the Philippine Women’s Open qualifying draw after defeating NU’s Elizabeth Abarquez in a hard-fought match in Manila.

Sabalenka hit 23 winners to secure a strong start at the Australian Open 2026. [photo credit: WTA Instagram]

Aryna Sabalenka opens Australian Open campaign with straight-set win

January 18, 2026Comments Off

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus began her Australian Open journey with a straight-set victory over French wildcard Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah, taking the first step toward a potential fifth Grand Slam title.

Serge Gnabry celebrates after scoring for Bayern Munich against RB Leipzig. [photo credit: Bundesliga Instagram]

Bayern Munich dismantles Leipzig 5-1 to maintain Bundesliga dominance

January 18, 2026January 18, 2026Comments Off

Bayern Munich bounced back from an early setback to thrash RB Leipzig 5-1, extending their lead atop the Bundesliga and demonstrating their superiority in the league.

Zverev in action during his four-set victory on Sunday. [photo credit: WTA Instagram]

Zverev recovers to open Australian Open campaign with four-set win

January 18, 2026January 18, 2026Comments Off

Alexander Zverev shook off a slow start to defeat Gabriel Diallo in four sets, advancing to the second round of the Australian Open in Melbourne.

The BAP’s 1973 decision balanced accountability with compassion, allowing two of the Philippines’ greatest players to resume their legacy.

“We can be compassionate and merciful” – When the BAP unanimously lifted the Jaworski, Reynoso lifetime ban in 1973

January 17, 2026Comments Off

Nearly 50 years ago, the Basketball Association of the Philippines reinstated Robert Jaworski and Alberto “Big Boy” Reynoso, ending a lifetime suspension stemming from a 1971 MICAA incident.

Phil Campbell during a live BRAVE CF broadcast.

Phil Campbell named Commentator of the Year at Irish MMA Awards

January 17, 2026January 17, 2026Comments Off

BRAVE CF lead voice Phil Campbell earned top honors at the Energized Irish MMA Awards, recognizing his impact on global fight broadcasting.

NBA Africa and Senyorita officials pose during the signing ceremony in Cairo.

NBA Africa, Lion launch first university basketball tournament in Egypt

January 17, 2026Comments Off

NBA Africa and Senyorita’s Lion brand announced a major partnership to introduce the NBA’s first university tournament on the continent and expand Egypt’s largest Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA program.

The Cavaliers celebrate after completing a two-game sweep in Philadelphia. [photo credit: Cleveland Cavaliers Instagram]

Tyson’s 39, Mobley’s late dunk lift Cavaliers past 76ers in Philadelphia

January 17, 2026Comments Off

Jaylon Tyson delivered a career night as the Cleveland Cavaliers erased a late deficit and stunned the Philadelphia 76ers with a dramatic road win.

Mirra Andreeva celebrates after securing the Adelaide International title. [photo credit: WTA Instagram]

Andreeva rallies past Mboko to claim Adelaide International crown

January 17, 2026January 17, 2026Comments Off

Mirra Andreeva produced a stunning comeback to defeat Victoria Mboko and capture the Adelaide International title, continuing her rapid rise on the WTA Tour.