Sports

Manny Pacquiao, 46, returns to boxing for a world welterweight title fight against WBC champion Mario Barrios on July 19 in Las Vegas, after a four-year hiatus.

Tyrese Haliburton’s last-second jumper secured a 111-110 win for the Pacers over the Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Indiana Pacers overcame a 15-point deficit, marking their first lead in the game with Haliburton’s buzzer-beater shot.

The Phoenix Suns have appointed Cleveland Cavaliers assistant coach Jordan Ott as their new head coach, selecting him over associate head coach Johnnie Bryant. Suns star Devin Booker played a role in the decision-making process, endorsing Ott for the position.

Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo will attend the 2025 Online Sports Leadership Program in Mandaue City, Philippines, on June 20-21. The event, organized by the Mandaue City Sports Office and Sacred Heart School–Ateneo de Cebu, aims to inspire young sports leaders through workshops and networking opportunities.

The Philippines’ women’s national volleyball team, Alas Pilipinas, heads to Vietnam for the AVC Nations Cup aiming to continue their historic performance from last year. With 16 athletes, the team seeks to secure another medal in the tournament.

WWE star John Cena credits BTS for inspiring him during tough times. During the 2025 Fan Expo in Dallas, Cena revealed his appreciation for the K-pop group, particularly J-Hope, for teaching him about self-love.

Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time NBA MVP, is considered for a trade, with the Milwaukee Bucks as favorites to retain him in the 2025-26 season, according to DraftKings. Speculation suggests increased interest from the Toronto Raptors, with odds shifting, while the San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets also emerge as potential destinations.

Dwight Ramos, of Levanga Hokkaido, hopes for more Filipino athletes to join the Japan B.League. During a Taguig meet-and-greet, Ramos highlighted the growth potential for Filipinos in international sports.

Novak Djokovic achieved his 100th match victory at the French Open, defeating Cameron Norrie to reach the quarter-finals, joining Rafael Nadal in the century club at Roland Garros.

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Ben Shelton in an intense match on Sunday to advance to the French Open quarterfinals. The reigning champion secured victory after more than three hours of play, highlighting a competitive and entertaining performance on Court Philippe Chatrier.