Filipino tennis player Alex Eala reaches 69th in WTA rankings before competing in her first Roland Garros main draw. Eala’s ranking improved following her participation in the Italian Open despite an early exit, bolstered by her doubles performance with Coco Gauff.
Japanese man Nozomu Hagihara dribbled a soccer ball 2,000 km across India, from Kolkata to New Delhi, completing the journey on May 15. Hagihara plans to apply for a Guinness World Record, surpassing the previous record of 337 km. His journey highlighted cultural exchange and determination, overcoming challenges like heatstroke and knee pain.
Coach Tim Cone of Gilas Pilipinas expressed optimism about the team’s chances at the 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers with the expected return of Kai Sotto. Cone emphasized that Sotto’s presence could significantly boost the team’s performance.
Mikko Espartero, player from Far Eastern University, reflects positively after their UAAP Season 87 men’s volleyball finals loss against National University. Despite the defeat, Espartero contributed with 12 receptions in the decisive Game 3, held at the Mall of Asia Arena in front of 14,517 fans.
Chinese center Yang Hansen, a 7-foot-1 prospect, participates in the 2025 NBA draft combine in Chicago. Averaging 16.6 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game in the Chinese Basketball Association, Yang aims to showcase his skills to NBA teams following in Yao Ming’s footsteps.
Jerald “Truman” Into, a super lightweight boxer from the Philippines, has been named the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) Boxer of the Month for April.
This recognition follows his victory over American opponent Ahmad Muhammad Jones during the WBC Grand Prix in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Learn more about Into’s winning performance and what earned him this prestigious title.
Kai Sotto re-signs with Koshigaya Alphas for the upcoming Japan B.League season, committing to continue his basketball career in Japan following recovery from an ACL injury.
Texas basketball player Jarred Dwayne Shaw faces severe legal consequences after being arrested in Indonesia for smuggling cannabis candies. Shaw’s case highlights Indonesia’s strict drug laws, which include life imprisonment or death for smuggling offenses.
The NBA fined Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green $50,000 for making inappropriate comments questioning the integrity of game officials during the Western Conference semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Kevin Durant, Phoenix Suns star, wins the NBA’s 2024-25 Magic Johnson Award, recognizing his excellence on the court and his cooperative demeanor with media and fans. This marks his second win, joining the ranks of other notable two-time recipients.