Juan Gomez de Liano signed a three-year contract with Converge on September 13, 2023, after being selected as the second overall pick in the PBA Rookie Draft. The deal marks his longest professional contract to date.
Poland opened its 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship campaign in Manila with a straight-sets victory over Romania, showcasing their strength in the first Group B match.
The Dallas Mavericks have announced the signing of forward P.J. Washington Jr. to a four-year, $89 million contract extension and the return of guard Dante Exum. These moves are part of the team’s strategy to finalize their roster for the 2025-26 NBA season, aiming for improved performance with a solid lineup.
Alex Eala was eliminated from the WTA 250 Sao Paulo Open after losing to Janice Tjen of Indonesia in the quarterfinals with scores of 6-4, 6-1, ending her seven-match winning streak and title run.
Terrence Romeo returns to 3×3 basketball representing Manila Melmac in the Fiba 3×3 Manila Challenger on Sept. 20-21, 2023, at Ayala Malls Manila Bay.
The NBA is investigating gambling allegations against free-agent guard Malik Beasley, linked to improper gambling on games during the 2023-24 season. Beasley, who played for the Milwaukee Bucks, is cooperating with the ongoing investigation, which is connected to a prior federal probe. Reports indicate unusual betting activity related to Beasley’s performance.
Filipino fighter Ian Paul “Choco” Lora will face India’s Owais Yaqoob at BRAVE CF 98 in Zhengzhou, China, on September 19, marking his international debut in the world of mixed martial arts.
The Chicago Bulls have officially signed guard Josh Giddey to a multiyear contract reportedly worth $100 million over four years. Giddey, acquired from Oklahoma City, continues to strengthen the Bulls’ roster.
Toraya Reid, sister of Minnesota Timberwolves player Naz Reid, was fatally shot on Saturday in Jackson, New Jersey. Authorities have charged her boyfriend, Shaquille Green, with murder following the incident at Paragon apartment complex. Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Mario Barasi Jr. was selected by Barangay Ginebra as the first pick of the second round in the 2025 PBA Rookie Draft, held in Manila. Barasi, who excelled in the Draft Combine, was chosen 13th overall and expressed eagerness to make an impact with his new team.