Djokovic out of French Open after Fonseca’s epic comeback win

Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca knocked Novak Djokovic out in the third round of the French Open on Friday to scupper the Serbian great’s latest quest for a record 25th Grand Slam. Fonseca, 19, rallied from two sets down for the second straight match to stun the 39-year-old Djokovic with a phenomenal display of power-hitting. READ:

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Two first time champs looming for NTCC

The National Tournament of Club Champions powered by Lexus will see first time men’s and seniors titlists on Sunday when Jules Gaerlan also tries to unseat the single most dominant force in her division at Eagle Ridge. Jonar Austria and Davao’s Chris Tan will dispute the centerpiece title after carving out contrasting semifinal victories at

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Prospective top pick Solomon vows to give her all if she decides that PVL is her next stop

Alyssa Solomon’s PVL entry isn’t cast in stone yet, but she’s vowed to give everything of her skills that have been sharpened by experience in the Japan pro league—no matter which team acquires her from the coming Rookie Draft. Solomon politely declined to answer questions regarding other overseas offers as instructed by her handlers who

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PBA: Chua-Guiao spat adds fuel to Game 4 drama

Coach Yeng Guiao didn’t take kindly to the way Alfrancis Chua was griping about the officiating during the course of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals. For his part, Chua urged Guiao to focus on coaching. Their verbal exchange immediately after the match and in interviews with journalists overshadowed the drama of Game 4 on Wednesday

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Dawn, ace floor protector, brings new light to Flying Titans

Dawn Macandili-Catindig is embracing a fresh start with Choco Mucho ahead of the new Premier Volleyball League season. The decorated libero admitted it was heartbreaking to see Cignal step away from the league just days after the HD Spikers fought their way to a runner-up finish in the finals. But like when F2 Logistics disbanded

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PVL: Dawn Catindig brings experience, leadership to Choco Mucho

MANILA, Philippines — Dawn Macandili-Catindig has fortified the floor defense of Choco Mucho, teaming up with four-time Best Libero Thang Ponce ahead of the new Premier Volleyball League (PVL) season. The Flying Titans on Wednesday morning welcomed Catindig and spiker Jewel Encarnacion, who came from the defunct Cignal Super Spikers. READ: Catindig offers historic Alas

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PBA: Bolts, Tropang 5G unveil new imports for Game 4

Meralco coach Luigi Trillo has allowed the sting of the Bolts’ Game 3 loss in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals to settle. Now, he simply wants his team to forget what has happened, reset and even the series. “I expect us to be better,” Trillo told the Inquirer on Tuesday over the phone. “I expect

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