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Alex Eala’s Road to the Finals: 2026 Indian Wells Draw Analysis
The “Eala Effect” has officially arrived in the California desert. Following the release of the 2026 BNP Paribas Open main draw, Alex Eala finds herself in a…
Alex Eala: 2026 Season and Career Milestones
Alex Eala: A Seeded Debut at the 2026 Indian Wells Open (Updated)
Alexandra “Alex” Maniego Eala is a history-maker. As of March 2026, the 20-year-old sensation has officially shattered every record for Philippine tennis, reaching a career-high WTA…
March 2, 2026
MANILA, Philippines — Barangay Ginebra guard Scottie Thompson pushed through pain and fatigue to help his team edge out San Miguel Beer, 73-71, in a thrilling…
June 26, 2025
BROOKLYN, New York — In a move that surprised no one but made history all the same, the Dallas Mavericks selected Duke University standout Cooper Flagg…
June 26, 2025
San Miguel Beer (SMB) will look to clinch a twice-to-beat advantage in the upcoming playoffs when it takes on Converge on Wednesday, as the PBA Season…
June 11, 2025
SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — Gilas Pilipinas Youth delivered a dominant performance on Thursday night, routing Malaysia 96-61 in the FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers at…
May 30, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles pulled off a major upset, sweeping the Petro Gazz Angels in straight sets, 25-21, 25-23, 27-25, to claim Game…
March 19, 2025
The Pangasinan Heatwaves started strong and overwhelmed the Bulacan Kuyas, 91-51, on Friday to claim the early lead in the MPBL 2025 Season at the Alonte…
March 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines—The Chery Tiggo Crossovers faced a tough challenge before securing their quarterfinals berth in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference, defeating Farm Fresh in…
March 12, 2025
When you think of the Philippines, the first things that come to mind are sun-kissed beaches, swaying palm trees, and year-round tropical heat. Snow? Ice? Winter…
March 10, 2025