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Gilas Pilipinas Women added Sophia Dignadice, daughter of PBA legend Yves Dignadice, to its pool for the women’s 5-on-5 basketball competition at the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand in 2025. The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas confirmed her inclusion as part of preparations to regain the SEA Games gold medal. Coaches will finalize the lineup after training camps, tune-up games, and evaluations of Dignadice and returning veterans before submitting the official roster to SEA Games organizers.

The Philippine women’s football team, led by captain Hali Long and key players Olivia McDaniel, Sara Eggesvik, Angela Beard, Meryll Serrano and Jaclyn Sawicki, will seek a return to the medal podium at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand in 2025. The Filipinas will compete in the SEA Games women’s football tournament against regional rivals, with organizers scheduling group and knockout stages to decide the podium. Philippine football officials confirmed the core lineup, coordinated logistics with Thai organizers and set training plans to prepare the squad for the regional multisport event.

Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom has been named the American League Comeback Player of the Year, MLB announced Tuesday night during the MLB Awards show on MLB Network.

Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo has confirmed her return to the Southeast Asian Games, her first appearance since 2022, and vowed to do what she always does: give her best for the Philippines.

British boxer Conor Benn has been designated the No. 1 challenger in the WBC welterweight rankings, moving up three spots and surpassing Manny Pacquiao.

MANILA — Tennis ace Alex Eala and volleyball star Bryan Bagunas have been chosen as the Philippines’ flag-bearers for the opening ceremony…

Japeth Aguilar played his final game for Gilas Pilipinas on Monday night, ending a 16-year career with the national basketball team.

Max Verstappen won the Qatar Grand Prix on Sunday, taking advantage of a McLaren strategy error and keeping the 2025 Formula 1 drivers’ championship undecided until the season finale in Abu Dhabi.

Clint Escamis, a former Rookie of the Year and MVP, said he plans to rest following what he described as a demanding season. He added that he intends to pursue a professional career and will consider opportunities as they come.

Legendary Korean archery coach Ryu Su-jeng will lead the Philippine national archery program, aiming to prepare athletes for the Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok and future Olympic competitions, Philippine Sports Commission officials said Tuesday.