Agnes Keleti, a five-time Olympic champion gymnast and Holocaust survivor, passed away at the age of 103. She was the oldest living Olympic gold medalist. Keleti, born in Budapest, made significant contributions to gymnastics and overcame immense challenges during World War II.
Gymnast Carlos Yulo is named PSA Athlete of the Year after winning two gold medals at the Paris Olympics. His achievements highlight dedication and national pride.
The Memphis Grizzlies triumphed over the Phoenix Suns with a 117-112 victory. Jaren Jackson Jr.’s standout performance of 38 points and 12 rebounds, alongside Desmond Bane’s 31 points, led the Grizzlies’ win. Phoenix Suns struggled despite home advantage.
PVL volleyball stars Erica Staunton and Elena Samoilenko have signed with Jakarta Pertamina Energi for the 2024-25 Proliga season in Indonesia, boosting the team’s roster with their expertise and dynamic play.
The Cleveland Cavaliers secured their seventh consecutive victory with a 113-95 win against the Golden State Warriors. Darius Garland led with 25 points and eight assists, while Dean Wade contributed 10 points and 13 rebounds.
Filipino tennis player Alex Eala progressed to the Round of 16 at the WTA 125 Workday Canberra International. She defeated Austria’s Sinja Kraus 6-2, 6-4.
Tyler Seguin, Dallas Stars player, experiences a $500K watch theft at his Dallas home while participating in a game. Incident highlights a trend of burglaries targeting athletes and prompts discussions on enhanced security measures for high-profile individuals.
Following a successful 2024, Gilas Pilipinas is set to make significant strides in 2025. Under Coach Tim Cone, the team aims to build on their victories in the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers and challenges faced in the Olympic Qualifying Tournament. With a focus on winning away games and maintaining a strong core group, Gilas is determined to enhance its global basketball presence.
NBA coaches and fans react to the Sacramento Kings’ decision to fire head coach Mike Brown. Despite his past successes, recent team performances led to his dismissal, sparking widespread discussion.
Greg Gumbel, a respected CBS Sports anchor, has died at 78. Known for his NCAA Men’s Basketball coverage, his career spanned over 50 years. His contributions to sports journalism and philanthropy enriched the industry and community.