Jiu-jitsu gives PH 2nd Asiad Games gold medal in row
Annie Ramirez won the Philippines’ third gold medal – and the second straight from jiu-jitsu – on Friday in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.
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Silver lining in lightheavy debut
MANILA, Philippines — It’s a strange name for a Chinese as Tuohetaerbieke Tanglatihan, also known as Erbieke Tuoheta, traces his roots to Kazakhstan although he was born in Urumqi, China. His parents are Kazakhs and he proudly represents China. The other night, Tanglatihan struck gold in the lightheavyweight final of men’s boxing before a cheering homecrowd at the Hangzhou Asian Games against a Filipino who probably should’ve won.
Extra fuel for Paris drive
MANILA, Philippines — Hangzhou Asian Games pole vault gold medalist EJ Obiena will have a treasure chest of fund when he prepares for a long, arduous journey towards Paris Olympics glory next year.
Embiid to play for US in Paris
MANILA, Philippines — Joel Embiid will wear red, white and blue in Paris next summer – not rouge, blanc and bleu.
Marcial thinks he won Asiad gold medal fight, but says he respects judges’ decision
MANILA, Philippines – Asian Games silver medalist Eumir Marcial thought he won his Asian Games gold medal match against China’s Tanglatihan Tuohetaerbieke.
Boosted with momentum and financial support, Obiena dreams big for Paris 2024
MANILA, Philippines – Expect something big for Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena in next year’s Paris Olympics.
Embiid to play for USA in Paris Olympics
LOS ANGELES – Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid said Thursday (Friday, Manila time) he has pledged to play for the United States at next year's Paris Olympics.
