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A silver medal for Ana Bhianca Espenilla and a bronze for Jerico Cadag capped a memorable campaign for the Philippines at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships. [PSC photo]

Espenilla wins silver, Cadag bags bronze at Asian U20 Athletics Championships

May 31, 2026Comments Off

Ana Bhianca Espenilla delivered a personal-best throw to capture silver in the women’s javelin, while Jerico Cadag earned bronze in the men’s 3000m steeplechase as the Philippines concluded its campaign at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships with two medals.

The Vermosa Green Run returns for its fifth consecutive staging on June 28.

Vermosa Green Run returns with sustainability focus in Cavite

May 31, 2026Comments Off

The Vermosa Green Run returns for its fifth edition on June 28, bringing together runners, families, and pet lovers while promoting environmental conservation and sustainable living.

Usman Nurmagomedov will defend his PFL lightweight championship against Archie Colgan.

Usman Nurmagomedov vs Archie Colgan set for PFL New York title fight

May 31, 2026May 31, 2026Comments Off

PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov will defend his unbeaten record and world title against undefeated contender Archie Colgan at PFL New York on July 31.

Rodriguez clocked 54.83 seconds in the women's 400m final at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships.

Jeralyn Rodriguez qualifies for World U20 Athletics Championships

May 31, 2026Comments Off

Jeralyn Rodriguez secured her place in the World U20 Athletics Championships after surpassing the qualifying standard in the women’s 400 meters at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships.

Omar Solomanov and Nicholas Hwende successfully made weight for the BRAVE CF Featherweight World Championship fight.

BRAVE CF 105 weigh-in results confirm featherweight title fight

May 31, 2026May 31, 2026Comments Off

All athletes successfully made weight or were cleared for competition ahead of BRAVE CF 105, highlighted by the vacant BRAVE CF Featherweight World Championship bout between Omar Solomanov and Nicholas Hwende.

Barbie Jamili posts top marks during the 2026 PVL Draft Combine in Mandaluyong. [PVL Images]

Jamili, Cepada shine in PVL Draft Combine tests

May 30, 2026May 30, 2026Comments Off

Barbie Jamili and Khy Cepada delivered standout performances during the 2026 PVL Draft Combine, leading several categories ahead of the league’s annual draft.

POC set to suspend PNVF after FIVB sanctions federation

May 30, 2026Comments Off

The Philippine Olympic Committee is expected to suspend the Philippine National Volleyball Federation after the FIVB imposed immediate sanctions over governance concerns and alleged ethics violations.

Justin Brownlee powers Ginebra with another steady all-around showing in a crucial semifinal victory. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]

Ginebra moves closer to finals after Game 5 win over Rain or Shine

May 29, 2026May 29, 2026Comments Off

RJ Abarrientos and Justin Brownlee combined for 63 points as Barangay Ginebra defeated Rain or Shine, 111-104, in Game 5 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals.