Bulgaria reached the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship quarterfinals for the first time in 15 years, defeating Portugal 25-19, 25-23, 25-13 in Manila. Brothers Aleksandar and Moni Nikolov played a pivotal role in this historic achievement.
Lifting Makes Me Lift Others,” a new short film, chronicles Hidilyn Diaz’s Olympic journey and her mission to train the next generation of empowered Filipino weightlifters. The film celebrates her Tokyo 2020 Olympic triumph and her dedication to inspiring young athletes in the Philippines.
Miami Heat’s All-Star guard Tyler Herro underwent surgery for a left ankle issue, sidelining him for the start of training camp. Dr. Thomas San Giovanni performed the 90-minute procedure.
Alas Pilipinas, the Philippines’ volleyball team, secured 19th place in the FIVB Men’s World Championship, with team members recognized as top performers. Despite narrowly missing the round of 16 after a defeat by Iran, their performance showcased competitive prowess on a global platform.
Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena commended Mondo Duplantis for setting a new world record of 6.30 meters at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Obiena acknowledged Duplantis’ outstanding achievement while preparing for the Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault event in Manila.
Mercedes Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli is preparing for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku after receiving criticism from team principal Toto Wolff about his performance at the Italian Grand Prix.
The 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship in Manila sees unexpected victories as lower-seeded teams defeat higher-ranked opponents. Italy’s captain Simone Giannelli acknowledges these upsets as inherent to volleyball’s nature. Fans witness unpredictable outcomes at the Mall of Asia Arena and the Araneta Coliseum, making the tournament a dynamic spectacle.
Matt Eberflus, Dallas Cowboys DC, returns to Chicago to face the Bears. His focus is on securing a win despite his past as Bears’ head coach.
Belgium secured an unbeaten record in the 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship group stage by defeating Algeria at Araneta Coliseum. The team will advance to the Round of 16 with a 3-0 record, showcasing their strong performance ahead of the knockout phase.
Alex Eala, the Filipino tennis star, climbs to No. 57 in the WTA rankings after winning her first WTA title and achieving a seven-match winning streak, marking her nearly at a career-high position.