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By the Associated Press NEW ORLEANS — As disappointed as Clippers coach Doc Rivers was to see his team give up 80 first-half points, he now has evidence that his team can do that and still find a way to win — on the road. Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) dunks against NewContinue reading “NBA: Kawhi Leonard, Clippers rally to beat Pelicans”

By Agence France-Presse Rafael Nadal said passion and positivity had helped him reach an unprecedented third decade ranked world number one, after defying the ravages of injury and the critics who said his all-action game was too tough on his body. Spain’s Rafael Nadal speaks at a press conference ahead of the Australia Open tennisContinue reading “‘Passion, love’: Rafael Nadal shares tips after defying injury to reach third decade on top”

By the Associated Press LAS VEGAS — Conor McGregor stopped Donald Cerrone with a head kick and punches 40 seconds into the first round at UFC 246 on Saturday night, announcing his return to mixed martial arts with his first victory since 2016. Conor McGregor smiles after defeating Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone during a UFC 246Continue reading “UFC: Returning Conor McGregor blasts Donald Cerrone in 40 seconds”

By Agence France-Presse Dominican challenger Jeison Rosario won the World Boxing Association and International Boxing Federation super welterweight titles Saturday, stopping hometown hero Julian Williams in the fifth round. Jeison Rosario poses with his belts after winning against Julian Williams fight for the super welterweight world WBO, IBO and WBA titles at The Liacouras CenterContinue reading “Jeison Rosario stops Julian Williams in 5th round to win super welterweight titles”

By Jonas Terrado Barangay Ginebra San Miguel was still feeling the euphoria of winning another PBA championship when LA Tenorio and his long-time coach Tim Cone began to plot about their next mission. Barangay Ginebra San Miguel shows their PBA Governors’ Cup trophy after defeating Meralco in Game 5 at Mall of Asia Arena inContinue reading “PBA Finals: Brgy. Ginebra eyes ‘crown jewel’ after regaining Governors’ Cup crown”

By Agence France-Presse Mixed martial arts star Conor McGregor returns to the Octagon after a 15-month absence seeking — he says — to leave controversy behind him.  Welterweight fighters Conor McGregor, left, and Donald Cerrone pose during a ceremonial weigh-in for UFC 246 at Park Theater at Park MGM on January 17, 2020 in LasContinue reading “UFC: Conor McGregor seeks to emerge from controversy in comeback”

By the Associated Press ADELAIDE, Australia — Top-ranked Ash Barty has fine-tuned for the first tennis major of the season by winning her first title on home soil with a 6-2, 7-5 victory over No. 24-ranked Dayana Yastremska in Saturday’s Adelaide International final. Australian Ashleigh Barty celebrates her win over Ukrainian Dayana Yastremska during theirContinue reading “Top-ranked Ashleigh Barty wins 1st title at home ahead of Aussie Open”

By Waylon Galvez Games Monday (The Arena, San Juan) 8:30 a.m. – St. Benilde vs Letran (Junior’s) 10 a.m. – St. Benilde vs Letran (Men’s) 12 noon – St. Benilde vs Letran (Women’s) 2 p.m. – EAC vs Mapua (Women’s) 3:30 p.m. – EAC vs Mapua (Men’s) 5 p.m. – EAC vs Mapua (Junior’s) UniversityContinue reading “NCAA volleyball: Lady Altas clip Lady Stags”

By Waylon Galvez Rio Olympics silver medalist Hidilyn Diaz and her team left for Italy Saturday, giving her time to prepare and adjust in time for the Rome 2020 World Cup slated January 27 to 31. Hidilyn Diaz (MB Photo / Rio Leonelle Deluvio / Captured using Canon 5D Mark IV with 300mm f4 lens)Continue reading “Weightlifting: Hidilyn Diaz leaves for Rome 2020 World Cup”

Manny Pacquiao sent Conor McGregor his best wishes from General Santos City on the eve of the MMA star’s return to the UFC. Senator @MannyPacquiao and the legendary ⁦@KnuckleheadSean⁩ with a message for ⁦@TheNotoriousMMA⁩ and ⁦@danawhite⁩ ahead of #UFC246 #Viva pic.twitter.com/0tGPNqbJ5Z — Kevin Iole (@KevinI) January 17, 2020 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js “Good luck, Conor…Do all your best,”Continue reading “Manny Pacquiao teases Conor McGregor”