Alas Pilipinas, led by Bryan Bagunas and coached by Angiolino Frigoni, conducts an intensive training camp in Europe ahead of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship to strengthen team bonds and improve performance.
Yudai Shigeoka, a former WBC champion, retires from boxing to support his brother Ginjiro, who remains in a coma post-surgery after collapsing during a bout in Osaka. The announcement emerges amidst a challenging period for Japanese boxing.
Chezka Centeno claimed the silver medal in the women’s 10-ball event at the 2025 World Games in Chengdu, China. She faced Yu Han, who secured the gold medal after a close 6-7 victory. Despite trailing 0-3 initially, Centeno rallied back, nearly securing the gold before a decisive scratch altered the game’s outcome.
Kevin Quiambao stood out during Gilas Pilipinas’ final game in the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup against Australia on August 13. Despite the team’s 84-60 loss in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Quiambao scored 11 points. Australia’s win propelled them to the semi-finals, marking the end of the Philippines’ run in the tournament.
Gilas Pilipinas exited the 2025 Fiba Asia Cup after losing to Australia, 84-60, in the quarterfinals in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The early strong performance by Australia set the tone for the match, marking the end of the Philippines’ campaign. The team aims to learn from the experience for future competitions.
The Alas Pilipinas women’s team shows support for the men’s team ahead of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in the Philippines, marking a significant moment for local volleyball with matches set to take place from September 12 to 28.
Green Bay Packers’ rookie Matthew Golden fulfills a dream by purchasing a new home for his grandmother. With the help of Remax Fine Properties, Golden provides stability for his family, marking a significant milestone in his life.
Italian orienteering athlete Mattia Debertolis died after collapsing during a competition at the World Games in Chengdu, China. Found unconscious on August 8, the 29-year-old succumbed to his condition on August 12 despite receiving medical care.
Kevin Quiambao played a crucial role in leading Gilas Pilipinas to an overtime victory against Saudi Arabia at the FIBA Asia Cup, securing a spot in the quarterfinals. Demonstrating impressive skill and composure, the youngest member of the team stepped up in the absence of two key players, helping Gilas outscore Saudi Arabia 16-9 in overtime. Coach Tim Cone praised Quiambao’s performance, highlighting his emerging talent and contribution to the team’s success.
Carlos Baylon Jr. claimed a bronze medal for the Philippines in the men’s wushu sanda -56 kg event at the 2025 World Games in China, defeating Kazakhstan’s Islam Karimov with a 2-0 victory.