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GMA Network
20-07-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
Mark Magsayo, Eumir Marcial score wins on Pacquiao vs Barrios undercard
Former featherweight world champion Mark Magsayo and Eumir Marcial opened the night with wins for Team Philippines on the undercard of the Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios match on Sunday at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Magsayo, 30, went to work for ten rounds against Jorge Mata in a bout that showcased his hand speed and flashy combinations. Mata fought fire with fire all night, but was outgunned by the Filipino en route to a unanimous decision in favor of Magsayo. The victory improved Magsayo's professional boxing record to 28-2 with 18 knockouts. Marcial, meanwhile, did not go to the scorecards when he took on the outmatched Bernard Joseph in an eight-round contest. The Filipino Olympian threw punches with bad intentions all night, ending the fight in a third-round technical knockout to improve his record to 6-0 with 4 knockouts. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
17-06-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
Alas Pilipinas Men at the 2025 AVC Nations Cup
The Alas Pilipinas Men's national volleyball team will compete in the AVC Nations Cup starting Tuesday until June 24 in Manama, Bahrain. The Philippines is pooled in Group C of the tournament along with Pakistan and Chinese Taipei. Only the top two teams of the four groups will advance to the quarterfinals. Here is the lineup of Team Philippines: Josh Ybañez Joshua Retamar Steven Rotter Jackson Reed Kim Malabunga JP Bugaoan Jack Kalingking Marck Espejo Peng Taguibolos Leo Ordiales Eco Adajar Lloyd Josafat Louie Ramirez Buds Buddin Here is the schedule of Alas Pilipinas in the tournament: June 17, 7 p.m. - Alas Pilipinas vs Pakistan June 18, 7 p.m. - Alas Pilipinas vs Chinese Taipei —JKC, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Filipino Times
Double gold for Team Philippines at World Triathlon Regional Cup in Vietnam
Team Philippines made a powerful statement on the international stage as national duathletes Merry Joy Trupa and John Patrick Ciron captured double gold at the World Triathlon Regional Cup held in Tam Chuc, Vietnam. The two elite athletes dominated their respective divisions, boosting the country's presence in the global multisport arena. Trupa triumphed in the women's elite category, crossing the finish line in 1:04:14. Her impressive performance kept her ahead of strong contenders from Singapore, who settled for silver and bronze. With a steady pace and strategic execution, Trupa proved her mettle in a highly competitive field. Ciron followed suit in the men's elite division, clocking 1:01:30 to secure the top spot among participants from across Asia. His win highlighted his consistency and stamina, and reinforced the Philippines' growing strength in duathlon competition. The golden sweep in Vietnam marks a significant achievement for the national duathlon team and serves as a promising prelude to upcoming international events, as both Trupa and Ciron continue to carry the flag with pride and excellence. —Alona Cochon
