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  MELBOURNE (AFP) Coco Gauff finds solace in an ice pack after her loss. (AFP) – Defending champion Novak Djokovic swept into the Australian Open quarter-finals but 15-year-old Coco Gauff exited in tears on Sunday after failing in her bid to become the Open era’s youngest Grand Slam winner. Djokovic, on the hunt for hisContinue reading “Bittersweet Coco Gauff as Novak Djokovic picks up steam at Australian Open”

By Agence France-Presse LeBron James passed Kobe Bryant on the all-time scoring list with a 29-point performance on Saturday, but his Los Angeles Lakers suffered a one-sided loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, 108-91. James, who was named to his 16th straight all-star game this week, etched his name in the record books by becoming the third-leading scorer in NBAContinue reading “NBA: LeBron James makes history, passing Kobe Bryant in all-time scoring list”

  Filipino pool legend Efren ‘Bata’ Reyes prepares to pocket during the men’s 1-cushion carom semifinals in the 30th Southeast Asian Games at the Manila Hotel’s Tent City in Manila, Dec. 6, 2019. (MB Photo / Ali Vicoy) Efren ‘Bata’ Reyes remains one of the top draws in Philippine sports even at the age ofContinue reading “SMC-PSA Awards: Efren ‘Bata’ Reyes to be feted for lifetime of billiards magic”

By Jonas Terrado PBA commissioner Willie Marcial with winners of the 2018 PBA All-Star Game in Iloilo. The city of Passi in Iloilo province was selected to host the PBA All-Star Weekend for the first time, league commissioner Willie Marcial said. Marcial bared the extravaganza highlighted by the All-Star Game will be held in theContinue reading “PBA: Passi in Iloilo set to host All-Star Weekend in July”

By Jonas Terrado San Miguel Alab Pilipinas coach Jimmy Alapag welcomed the possibility of bringing back Justin Brownlee in the ASEAN Basketball League but insisted that the team is more focused on taking matters one step at a time. Justin Brownlee being guarded by Mono Vampire import Mike Singletary during his ABL stint with SanContinue reading “ABL: Justin Brownlee has come knocking again, but Alab coach Jimmy Alapag not opening the door just yet. Find out why”

By Agence France-Presse Unseeded 15-year-old Coco Gauff said she was in disbelief after beating reigning champion Naomi Osaka in straight sets in a major upset at the Australian Open on Friday. Coco Gauff (AFP Photo/William WEST) The American, the youngest player in the draw and making her Melbourne debut this year, defeated the third seedContinue reading “Coco Gauff, 15, stuns Melbourne champion Naomi Osaka”

By Agence France-Presse American veteran Serena Williams sensationally crashed out but 15-year-old Coco Gauff went through as tennis got a glimpse of its past and future at the Australian Open on Friday. Coco Gauff (AFP) Williams’ bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam was halted by the unlikely figure of China’s Wang Qiang, who triumphedContinue reading “Serena Williams out, Coco Gauff in as tennis sees past, future at Australian Open”

By Agence France-Presse Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki made a tearful exit from tennis on Friday after defeat at the Australian Open brought the curtain down on her glittering career. Caroline Wozniacki (AFP Photo/Greg Wood) Wozniacki, who announced in December that this would be her final tournament, lost 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 to lower-ranked OnsContinue reading “Caroline Wozniacki ends glittering career with Australia defeat”

Horseracing industry stakeholders meet with Albay Rep. Joey Salceda (center, in suit) to discuss industry concerns. With him are, from left, MJCI racing manager Jose Ramon Magboo, Philracom commissioner Reli de Leon, former Mandaluyong City Mayor Atty. Benhur Abalos, GAB chairman Baham Mitra, Javier, Leyte Mayor Leonardo M. Javier Jr., PRCI EVP-COO Santiago Cualoping, horseownerContinue reading “GAB spearheads stakeholders meeting with House member to discuss plight of horseracing industry”

PSC employees, led by Chairman Butch Ramirez, pose for posterity at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. (PSC Images) “The employees are the heart and soul of this anniversary celebration,” declared Philippine Sports Commission Chairman William Ramirez as he addressed the employees at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum this Friday. The PSC is donating its anniversary budget toContinue reading “PSC celebrates 30 years of service and support to the Filipino athlete”