Tristan Alindajao, Author at Sports Pilipinas

Alex Eala Falls to Diana Shnaider in Ningbo Round of 16

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 22, 2026

Alex Eala’s Ningbo Open campaign ended Thursday after Diana Shnaider defeated the Filipina in two competitive sets. The Russian sixth seed prevailed, 7-5, 6-4, after nearly two hours of closely contested Round of 16 tennis. Shnaider Takes Tight Opening Set Eala remained competitive throughout the opening set before Shnaider eventually created enough separation to secure...

Manginsay, Redulla Win Asian Para Table Tennis Silver

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 22, 2026

Lhey Manginsay and Wilfred Redulla captured table tennis silver for the Philippines at the Asian Para Games Thursday. The Filipino tandem reached the mixed doubles XD17 final before falling against China’s decorated championship pairing in Nagoya. Filipino Pair Battles Chinese Champions Manginsay and Redulla faced China’s Zhao Shuai and Xiong Guiyan in the mixed doubles...

Gab Manotoc Ties South Pacific Record With Opening 66

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 21, 2026

Gab Manotoc fired a bogey-free six-under 66 to share the ICTSI South Pacific Classic opening-round lead in Davao. His performance matched the course record while placing him alongside Japan’s Kashihara Hirotaka atop the Philippine Golf Tour leaderboard. Manotoc Produces Bogey-Free Opening 66 Manotoc avoided every bogey while assembling six birdies during an impressive opening performance...

Amang Parica Cup Set to Bring Major Pool Event to Manila

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 21, 2026

Filipino billiards legend Jose “Amang” Parica is preparing a major tournament bearing his name for Manila next February. The inaugural Amang Parica Cup is expected to offer substantial prize money while adding another event to Philippine pool. Parica Confirms February Tournament Plan Parica discussed the planned tournament during the Philippine Sportswriters Association Forum at the...

Matthew Hermosa Targets First NAGT Gold in Camotes

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 21, 2026

Matthew Justine Hermosa enters the Camotes Island National Age Group Triathlon Series seeking his first championship after repeated near-misses. The Cebuano athlete has collected silver during four consecutive years, making this weekend another opportunity to finally reach gold. Hermosa Brings Strong Preparation Into Camotes Hermosa said preparations have progressed well despite completing several races during...

La Salle Ends Six-Year Drought Against UP in Badminton

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 21, 2026

De La Salle University defeated University of the Philippines, 3-2, Wednesday to strengthen its UAAP men’s badminton semifinal chances. The victory became La Salle’s first against the Fighting Maroons since Season 82 during the 2019 competition. Cuarte Delivers Decisive Victory for La Salle Joshua Miguel Cuarte secured the deciding point by defeating UP’s Josh Dupet...

Ateneo, NU Secure UAAP Badminton Final Four Berths

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 20, 2026

Ateneo and National University became the first teams securing UAAP badminton semifinal places after Tuesday victories in Mandaluyong. Both improved to perfect 3-0 records, setting up an unbeaten showdown with positioning implications during Wednesday’s competition. Ateneo Beats La Salle to Stay Perfect Defending champion Ateneo defeated De La Salle University, 4-1, at Gameville Central Park...

NU Completes Historic UAAP Esports Sweep With eFIBA Crown

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 20, 2026

National University completed a historic UAAP esports championship sweep Tuesday by capturing the eFIBA x UAAP eGilas tournament. The Bulldogs added basketball esports to earlier Mobile Legends and VALORANT titles, completing an unprecedented three-discipline championship run. Bulldogs Complete Three-Title Esports Sweep NU entered the eFIBA tournament already owning championships from Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and...

Philippines Open Pool Championship Opens in Quezon City

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 20, 2026

The Philippines Open Pool Championship opened Tuesday, bringing another elite World Nineball Tour tournament into Metro Manila. Carlo Biado headlines the Filipino contingent competing against international champions at Gateway Mall in Quezon City through Saturday. Philippines Open Follows Reyes Cup The individual championship began only two days after the Reyes Cup concluded its four-day team...

Chanelle Avaricio Takes South Pacific Lead With 68

Tristan AlindajaoOctober 20, 2026

Chanelle Avaricio fired a bogey-free four-under 68 Tuesday to lead the ICTSI South Pacific Classic in Davao City. The two-time season winner holds a one-stroke advantage over Rev Alcantara after a tightly contested opening round. Avaricio Completes Flawless Opening Round Avaricio avoided every bogey while producing four birdies around South Pacific Golf and Leisure Estates...

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