Philippine National Volleyball Federation president Ramon “Tats” Suzara has issued a challenge to the Alas Pilipinas players: to sustain their growth following a remarkable performance that turned heads and defied expectations at the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship. Suzara expressed hope that Bryan Bagunas, Leo Ordiales, Marck Espejo, Kim Malabunga, and the rest of the player pool would “continue to …
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2025 Sampaguita stakes race to crown top filly
Horse racing enthusiasts are gearing up for one of the most prestigious events on the Philippine racing calendar, as the 2025 PHILRACOM Sampaguita Stakes Race is set to thunder down the track on Sunday, 28 September 2025, at the Metro Manila Turf Club, Inc. (MMTCI). This highly-anticipated race, with a grueling distance of 2000 meters and a total guaranteed prize …
Read More »MPL Philippines makes history: Season 16 Playoffs set for first-ever arena stage at Cuneta Astrodome
A new era of Philippine esports begins as the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Professional League Philippines (MPL PH) Season 16 Playoffs heads to the iconic Cuneta Astrodome in Pasay City from October 22 to 26, 2025. For the first time, the Playoffs will be staged in an arena, with up to 2,000 fans expected to fill the historic venue …
Read More »DigiPlus strengthens player protection with surety bond for BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone
DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the country’s premier digital entertainment provider behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, today announced a landmark partnership with Philippine First Insurance Co. Inc. (PhilFirst), the country’s first domestic insurance company. Together, they have introduced the Philippines’ first-ever surety bond program for online gaming players – setting a new benchmark in player protection. The program takes effect immediately. For …
Read More »ION+ Power Run 2025 to push runners beyond limit
There’s more to running than just endurance and speed. When the community unites for a common purpose, running can also move hearts and touch lives. And this is exactly what’s at the core of ION+ Power Run 2025: Push Beyond Your Limit. Set to take place on October 5 at Central Park, Filinvest City, Alabang, the event will have four race …
Read More »With FIVB Worlds, Philippines is back as a mecca of the sporting world
The Philippines served as a mecca of the sporting world once more, ushering in the biggest FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in history with a bang on Friday night at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. From cultural performances to world-class acts, a festive atmosphere it was before an even bigger storm featuring 32 teams split in eight …
Read More »Ancheta, Dargani rule WAP National Championship and National Youth Championship 2025
Hayden Ancheta and Andre Dargani, both of San Francisco State RTC, beat their respective rivals to lead the winners in the Wrestling Association of the Philippines (WAP) National and Youth Championships at the Tagaytay Combat Sports Center in Tagaytay City last week. Ancheta defeated Morphy Modne of Ifugao Wrestling Team via Fall in their 57kgs finals, while Dargani also disposed …
Read More »Philippines to host the Manila Challenger on September 20 and 21
A spot in the FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2025 Season Macau Masters will be up for grabs as the Philippines plays hosts to the Manila Challenger on September 20 and 21 at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay. Some of the world’s top 3×3 players will see action in Manila representing 16 teams including World Number 1 and 2 Strahinja Stojacic …
Read More »Terrence Romeo returns to 3×3, joins Manila MelMac
Terrence Romeo is returning to 3×3 basketball, joining Manila MelMac in the FIBA 3×3 Manila Challenger on September 20-21 at Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Parañaque. The 5-foot-11 guard last saw action in the halfcourt game 10 years ago when he suited up for Manila West in the World Tour, also on home soil. His comeback was made possible through …
Read More »Quezon Province set as regional sports training center CALABARZON
The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) has tapped Tayabas town in Quezon as a new regional training center for CALABARZON, following the signing of a Usufruct Agreement between PSC Chairman Pato Gregorio and Quezon Governor Helen Tan for the use of a 10-hectare property along Brgy. Baguio. A multi-purpose sports complex will soon rise in the area, starting with a track …
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