While TNT made stops, Barangay Ginebra couldn’t do anything on defense, slowing down Rondae Hollis-Jefferson. AUGUST DELA CRUZ. TNT’s defense was on full display in the first two games of the PBA Governors’ Cup finals, and Barangay Ginebra coach Tim Cone admitted he felt outmaneuvered by his longtime friend and opponent Chot Reyes. But Reyes, … Read more
In a massive political upset, a neo-Marxist political outsider won September’s presidential election in Sri Lanka. The victory of Anura Kumara—widely known by his initials, AKD—and his People’s Liberation Front (JVP) represents a complete defeat for the country’s traditional elite. It also casts a long shadow of uncertainty over a country emerging from its most … Read more
UST’s Kent Pastrana (left) fires from the perimeter against Ateneo’s defense. —UAAP MEDIA When University of Santo Tomas (UST) ended a 17-year title drought last year and toppled a dynasty in the UAAP women’s basketball tournament, the Growling Tigresses hugely banked on their long-range arsenal. And to keep the crown on their heads this Season … Read more
Jannik Sinner, of Italy, reacts after scoring a point against Christopher O’Connell, of Australia, during the third round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson) NEW YORK— Jannik Sinner never gave his third-round opponent at the U.S. Open on Saturday, Chris O’Connell, even a moment to … Read more