Alex Eala Makes Grand Slam Debut at French Open
Alex Eala | AJPress file photo by Troi Santos PARIS, FRANCE — Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala is set to mark her 20th birthday with a career-defining moment: a debut…
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Pacquiao’s Comeback: Cheers, Caution, and the Challenge of Time
Manny Pacquiao, 46, returns to the boxing ring to challenge WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19. As critics raise concerns over age and fairness, Pacquiao eyes legacy and…
Alex Eala Breaks Into WTA Top 70, Set to Debut at Italian Open
Photo credit – from Alex Eala Instagram Page ROME — Filipino tennis rising star Alex Eala has achieved a new career-high WTA singles ranking of No. 70 as of May…
Alex Eala Eyes French Open Debut After Portugal Exit: Full Clay Season Schedule Revealed
Photo credit: Alex Eala/Facebook After a hard-fought loss at the Oeiras Ladies Open, Filipina tennis star Alex Eala gears up for the European clay season — with Madrid, Rome, and…
Tennis: Alex Eala Ousts Dutch Foe, Advances to Round-of-16 in Portugal
LISBON, PORTUGAL – April 16, 2025 – Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala continues her strong run on the international stage, securing a spot in the Round-of-16 at the prestigious WTA 125…
FIFA World Cup 26: Filipino American creatives take the spotlight
Rich Tu breaks down the vibrant symbolism behind his FIFA World Cup 26 NYNJ Official Poster, starting with the patchwork soccer ball at the center—representing the global fandom of the…
Alex Eala’s Top-Seeded Debut at Oeiras Ladies Open Suspended by Rain
Photo from Alex Eala’s Facebook Account April 14, 2025 – Oeiras, Portugal – Filipina tennis star Alexandra “Alex” Eala’s historic debut as the No. 1 seed at the 2025 Oeiras…
THE LONG GAME: Alex Eala’s Ascent, Nadal’s Influence, and the Quiet Power Behind a Global Breakthrough
From Manila to Mallorca, her rise wasn’t fueled by luck, but by discipline, vision, and the quiet making of a champion. Image sourced from Alex Eala’s official Instagram account (@alex.eala)…
CITY OF CARSON CELEBRATES KEY ROLE IN HOSTING THE 2028 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES WITH HISTORIC VENUE UPDATES AND MAJOR SPORTS RELOCATION
CARSON, CA – April 3, 2025 – The City of Carson is thrilled to announce its pivotal involvement in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, as the Los Angeles City…
Alex Eala’s Historic Miami Open Run Ends in Semifinal Battle Against Jessica Pegula
MIAMI, FL — Filipina tennis sensation Alexandra Eala’s remarkable run at the 2025 Miami Open came to an end on Thursday, March 27, after a hard-fought three-set semifinal against American…
Alex Eala upsets world number 2 Iga Swiatek, makes history at Miami Open
In what can only be described as a fairy-tale run, 19-year-old Alexandra Eala has etched her name in the history books with a stunning performance at the 2025 Miami Open….
Eala Stuns the Tennis World: Filipina Teen Defeats World No. 2 to Reach Miami Open Semifinals
Alexandra Eala celebrates her quarterfinal victory against World No. 2 Iga Swiatek at the 2025 Miami Open. Photo: WTA Social Media Post MIAMI, FL — Nineteen-year-old Philippine tennis prodigy Alexandra Eala…
Alex Eala Advances to Quarterfinals After Badosa Withdrawal, Set to Face World No. 1 Iga Świątek
Alex Eala file photo from her Instagram page Miami, FL – March 24, 2025 — Alexandra Eala’s remarkable run at the 2025 Miami Open continues, as the 19-year-old Filipina advanced to…
Alex Eala Defeats World No. 5 Madison Keys in Historic Miami Open Victory
Alex Eala – file photo from her Instagram page MIAMI, FL — March 23, 2025 — In a stunning upset that shook the tennis world, 19-year-old Filipino rising star Alexandra…
Alex Eala Breaks Through at Miami Open: A Star Rises for the Philippines
Alex Eala with Rafael Nadal From the courts of Quezon City to the international spotlight of the Miami Open, Alex Eala is proving that greatness can come from anywhere and…
76TH PAL INTERCLUB MEN’S DIVISION (REGULAR) AWARDS NIGHT
Members of the Eastridge-Primehomes team receive the Men’s Championship division trophy from PAL Director David Ong (fifth from left) and PAL OIC Executive Vice President – General Counsel Atty. Carlos…
Eastridge-Primehomes opens up 12-point lead with SW skidding to third
BACOLOD–With a trio of aces returning one-over-par 71s worth 35 points each, Eastridge-Primehomes on Wednesday tallied 105 at tricky Bacolod Golf Club (formerly Binitin) to open up a 12-point lead…
Eastridge takes command by four after gutsy opening round at Marapara
BACOLOD–The tree-lined Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club formerly known as Marapara flashed its teeth right in the first round of the 76th Philippine Airlines (PAL) Interclub Men’s Championship division…
Malabanan, Suntay lead PAL Interclub Media winners
IN PHOTO: From left: PAL vice president for corporate affairs Anne Tiongco, PAL president Capt. Stanley Ng, Anthony Suntay, Chito Malabanan, and PAL director David Ong. Chito Malabanan and Anthony…
Eastridge looms as top favorite
BACOLOD CITY – Eastridge Golf Club enters the 76th Philippine Airlines Interclub golf team championships as the team to beat, starting Tuesday at the Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club…
76TH PAL INTERCLUB MEN’S REGULAR DIVISION CEREMONIAL TEE-OFF
Officials from Philippine Airlines, Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club, and Bacolod Golf and Country Club are pictured after the ceremonial drive kicking off Regular Men’s Action in the 76th PAL…
Del Monte cruises to 9-point win
Members of Del Monte Team celebrate after winning the PAL Seniors Interclub title. (Photo by Jeremiah Alagaban) BACOLOD CITY – Yoyong Velez and Raul Minoza fired on all cylinders to…
Bacolod steals PAL Interclub spotlight
BACOLOD CITY – The Bacolod Golf Club is on the brink of making history as the first senior team to win the PAL Interclub title while competing in the Founders…
Canlubang opens 1-point lead over CCC
Jesse Hernandez leads Canlubang with 47 points at the start of the 76th Phiippine Airlines Senior Interclub at the Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club in Bacolod on Monday. BACOLOD…
PAL INTERCLUB PHOTO RELEASE – 76TH PAL INTERCLUB CEREMONIAL TEE OFF
Officials from Philippine Airlines, Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club, and Bacolod Golf and Country Club are pictured after hitting the ceremonial balls to kick off the 76th PAL Interclub…
Delariarte comes out of retirement to play for Southwoods
Jerome Delariarte, a one-time national champion and multi-pro events winner, will come out of retirement to play for Manila Southwoods as the Carmona-based squad seeks another successful defense of the…
Carnegie, Vallejo top winners in UHSF golf tourney
BURBANK – Luke Carnegie, a Geology Major student currently attending Los Angeles Valley College from Burbank, was the overall winner of the recent 4th United Specialist Healthcare Foundation’s Golf For…
LA unites to celebrate Dodgers’ 2024 World Series Championship
Thousands of fans come out to celebrate and honor the Los Angeles Dodgers in the streets of downtown Los Angeles and Dodger Stadium on Friday, November 1. The parade and…
Los Angeles Dodgers Capture Eighth World Series Title, Setting Records and Cementing a Legacy; Freddie Freeman Named MVP
The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed a historic victory in the 2024 World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in five games to secure their eighth championship title. This latest triumph…
Fil-Am Anthony Volpe Keeps Yankees’ Championship Hopes Alive in World Series with Pivotal Grand Slam
New York, NY – In a thrilling Game 4 of the World Series, the New York Yankees clinched an impressive 11-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers, with Filipino-American shortstop…