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Filipino gymnast Karl Eldrew Yulo said in Manila that he is considering pausing his studies to focus full-time on gymnastics after a strong first day at the 2025 Artistic Gymnastics Junior World Championship, where he qualified for four event finals. Yulo, competing for the Philippines in men’s artistic gymnastics, stated that he has already made many sacrifices for the sport and plans to consult his family and coaches before making a final decision on his academic plans. Officials described his Junior Worlds campaign as part of the country’s long-term athlete development program.

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo left in the second quarter of a 118-106 road loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night after sustaining a left groin strain. Bucks coach Doc Rivers said he had no further update on Antetokounmpo’s condition immediately after the game and indicated that the next step would involve additional medical evaluation. The team ruled Antetokounmpo out for the remainder of the contest shortly after he headed to the locker room, and no timetable for his return has been announced.

Gilas Pilipinas will play Guam in the Fiba World Cup Asian Qualifiers on November 28 and December 1, 2025, without forward Calvin Oftana after coach Tim Cone confirmed that a hamstring injury will sideline the national team mainstay. Cone said the staff adjusted the roster and rotation and will monitor Oftana’s recovery in coordination with his club.

Texas Department of Public Safety officials removed a state trooper from sideline duty during the Texas A&M vs. South Carolina football game in College Station after a tense encounter with South Carolina players prompted an internal review. The trooper left the field for the remainder of the game while supervisors began examining video, reports and witness accounts. No injuries, arrests or criminal investigations were reported. The agency has not released the trooper’s name and has not set a timeline for completing the review.

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to revisit a 25-year-old precedent that found student-led, student-initiated pregame prayer over a public address system at public school football games unconstitutional, leaving the 2000 *Santa Fe Independent School District v. Doe* decision in place and maintaining current Establishment Clause limits on school-sponsored religious activities.

Gilas Pilipinas named Kai Sotto to its 18-man pool for the upcoming Fiba World Cup Asian Qualifiers window against Guam, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas announced on Monday. Head coach Tim Cone clarified that Sotto will remain out of the Guam game despite his inclusion in the pool, as the national team continues its preparations and roster assessment in Manila. The SBP and Gilas staff coordinate with players and clubs while they finalize the official lineup in accordance with Fiba regulations.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green confronted a courtside fan during a 124-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans in New Orleans after the fan repeatedly called him a woman. Officials briefly stopped play as arena security addressed the incident, but the fan remained in his seat and the game continued. Green said he reported the remarks to security and expected the NBA to review the exchange under its fan conduct policies. No immediate ejections, fines, or disciplinary actions were announced by the Warriors, the Pelicans, or the league following the game.

Coach LA Tenorio of the Magnolia Hotshots highlighted the need to avoid slow starts in games after the team defeated Blackwater Bossing in the PBA Philippine Cup. Tenorio stressed the importance of consistent performance, as the Hotshots secured a victory despite initial setbacks, aiming to improve their strategy in future games.