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About 10,000 fans allowed at Chinese football final: FA official

Agence France-Presse
Oct 22 04:48 PM

About 10,000 supporters could be allowed at each leg of the Chinese Super League final next month, a top football official said, as spectators return to China's stadiums despite the lingering coronavirus threat. Read more »

'Thank you Brazil': football legend Pele still laughing as he turns 80

Rodrigo Almonacid, Agence France-Presse
Oct 22 04:41 PM

Considered by many to be the greatest footballer of all time, Pele will celebrate his 80th birthday Friday, confined to his home in Brazil because of Covid-19 but meeting the milestone with his trademark laugh.   Read more »

MMA: Folayang has 'a lot left to offer,' despite recent setbacks

ABS-CBN News
Oct 22 04:36 PM

Eduard Folayang won't deny that he is in the midst of a rough stretch, having lost three of his last four ONE Championship matches against top-caliber opponents. Read more »

PBA: SMB coach Austria hails Pessumal, Zamar for stepping up in Romeo's absence

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Oct 22 04:26 PM

San Miguel Beer won their first game without All-Star guard Terrence Romeo last Monday by holding off the TerraFirma Dyip, 105-98, in the AUF Gym.   Read more »

3x3: Nueva Ecija's Juan GDL to sit out Leg 2 with ankle sprain

ABS-CBN News
Oct 22 03:49 PM

Nueva Ecija guard Juan Gomez de Liano will sit out the second leg of the 2020 Chooks-to-Go Pilipinas 3x3 President's Cup on Friday.   Read more »

PBA: NLEX hopes to build on breakthrough win

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Oct 22 02:38 PM

NLEX coach Yeng Guiao believes the Road Warriors can still salvage their campaign in the 2020 PBA Philippine Cup after finally claiming their first win on Wednesday night. Read more »

PBA: Ginebra caught Phoenix 'at a good time,' admits Cone

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Oct 22 02:24 PM

Barangay Ginebra caught a big break before their game against Phoenix Super LPG on Wednesday even started, as the Fuel Masters were coming off a tough loss in their previous assignment. Read more »

3x3: Munzon takes charge late, as Zamboanga City rules first leg of President's Cup

ABS-CBN News
Oct 22 12:33 PM

Joshua Munzon heated up late to tow Zamboanga City Chooks past Butuan-Uling Roasters, 21-17, in a thrilling final to rule the first leg of the 2020 Chooks-to-Go President's Cup. Read more »

MLB: Rays beat Dodgers 6-4 to level World Series

Rebecca Bryan, Agence France-Presse
Oct 22 12:30 PM | Updated Oct 22 01:29 PM

Brandon Lowe hit two home runs to power the Tampa Bay Rays to a 6-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday that leveled the World Series at one game apiece. Read more »

PBA: More referees headed to Clark bubble

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Oct 22 12:12 PM

At least two more referees are headed to the PBA bubble in Clark, Pampanga, after one game official was tagged as a suspected COVID-19-positive case on Wednesday. Read more »

Contention over what counts as board majority another cloud hanging over POC matters

Manolo Pedralvez
Oct 22 11:31 AM

Seven of the 13-member Philippine Olympic Committee board refuted the contention of the POC general-secretary, saying the board majority was “7, not 8,” citing the POC constitution. Read more »

Football: Bayern begin Champions League title defense in style

Andy Scott, Agence France-Presse
Oct 22 10:32 AM

Bayern Munich began their defense of the Champions League title in ominous fashion by crushing Atletico Madrid, 4-0. Read more »

Tennis: Federer pain-free and on track for Australian Open

Reuters
Oct 22 10:29 AM

Roger Federer expects to return to the circuit at the Australian Open in January. Read more »

Golf: McIlroy comfortable with return of fans, Mickelson concerned

Reuters
Oct 22 10:11 AM

Rory McIlroy has missed the fans and said he was ready to see them back out on the course. Read more »

Golf: No spectators for US Women's Open in Covid-19 safety move

Agence France-Presse
Oct 22 10:11 AM

Spectators will not be allowed for the 75th US Women's Open in December at Houston, Texas, due to Covid-19 safety concerns, the US Golf Association announced Wednesday. Read more »

Golf: Woods back on happy hunting ground in quest for 83rd win

Agence France-Presse
Oct 22 10:11 AM

Tiger Woods launches his latest bid for a record-breaking 83rd PGA Tour victory on Thursday when defends his title at the relocated Zozo Championship in California. Read more »

NBA: Timberwolves pondering No. 1 pick

Field Level Media/Reuters
Oct 22 10:00 AM

The Minnesota Timberwolves are continuing to weigh their options for the No. 1 overall draft pick. Read more »

NBA: Pelicans tab Stan Van Gundy as head coach

Field Level Media/Reuters
Oct 22 09:59 AM

Stan Van Gundy has agreed to become the next head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans, ESPN reported on Wednesday.   Read more »

Suspected positive case is 'wake-up call' to PBA, says commissioner

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Oct 21 10:40 PM

PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial on Wednesday night called on those inside the bubble in Clark, Pampanga to be even more vigilant and diligent in observing the protocols and guidelines of the league.   Read more »

MMA: Folayang won't retire as long as passion is there, says coach Sangiao

ABS-CBN News
Oct 21 10:00 PM

What fuels 2-time former lightweight champion Eduard Folayang to fight on despite the ups and downs of his career? It's passion, said Team Lakay head coach Mark Sangiao. Read more »

PBA: NLEX coach Guiao marvels over Alas' resiliency

ABS-CBN News
Oct 21 09:07 PM

Being able to give his 100 percent effort despite going through 2 ACL injuries showed how mentally tough Kevin Alas is, said NLEX coach Yeng Guiao. Read more »

PBA: Alaska's Herndon hopes players will be tested again soon

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Oct 21 08:59 PM

Alaska guard Robbie Herndon says the Aces are "feeling okay," after their game against Blackwater on Tuesday night was apparently officiated by a referee who has since been tagged as a suspected positive case of COVID-19.   Read more »

PBA: Ginebra keeps rolling, tops Phoenix for 4th straight win

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Oct 21 08:56 PM | Updated Oct 21 09:36 PM

(UPDATED) Barangay Ginebra earned a share of the lead in the 2020 PBA Philippine Cup after clobbering Phoenix Super LPG, 86-71, on Wednesday. Read more »

Football: Manchester Utd fall into the red as shutdown hits revenue

Reuters
Oct 21 08:55 PM

Manchester United slumped to a net loss of 23.2 million pounds ($30.3 million) in the last financial year as the coronavirus disrupted fixture schedules and forced soccer clubs to play matches behind closed doors.   Read more »

PBA: NorthPort's Anthony injures hamstring in loss to NLEX

ABS-CBN News
Oct 21 08:34 PM

The NorthPort Batang Pier absorbed another blow on Wednesday when versatile forward Sean Anthony exited their game against NLEX late in the first quarter.   Read more »