Leo J. Magpayo
FIVB World Grand Prix: China, Italy Pick up First Wins
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 09, 2014 05:34 AM EDT |
China and Italy picked up its first win at the third week of the World Volleyball Grand Prix on Friday
Sharapova and Dimitrov Takes Their Relationship to Another Level
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 09, 2014 03:11 AM EDT |
The two have been dating for over a year now, they've decided to take their relationship to a whole new level. Of course, the plan does not involve wedding bells. Dimitrov is toying around with the idea of pairing with Sharapova and compete in mixed doubles.
Hsieh Su-wei and Peng Shuai Advance to Rogers Cup Semis
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 09, 2014 03:01 AM EDT |
World No. 2 Hsieh Su-wei and Peng Shuai escaped with a victory against Ekaterina Makarova and Elena Vesnina, 7(8)-6(6) 7-5, in the women's doubles edition of the Rogers Cup on Friday.
Milos Raonic Bows Out of Rogers Cup
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 09, 2014 02:47 AM EDT |
Milos Raonic bowed out of contention at the Rogers Cup on Friday, losing his quarterfinals match, 4-6, 7(7)-6(5), 3-6, against Feliciano Lopez.
Rudy Gay Joins Team USA
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 09, 2014 02:23 AM EDT |
Rudy Gay has been invited to join Team USA after Kevin Durant pulled out last week citing being "physically and mentally drained" in preparation for the upcoming the FIBA World Cup.
Tsonga Continues Upset Streak, Faces Dimitrov in Semis of Rogers Cup
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 08, 2014 10:24 PM EDT |
After upsetting top-seed Novak Djokovic in the third round, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga continued pulling out surprises at the Rogers Cup on Friday defeating Britain's No. 1 Andy Murray 7(7)-6(5) 4-6 6-4 in the quarterfinals.
Top-seeds Errani and Vinci Sends Penetta-Hingis Team Home from Rogers Cup
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 08, 2014 10:04 PM EDT |
Top seeds Sara Errani and Roberta Vinci had a difficult quarterfinal match against Flavia Penetta and Martina Hingis of the women's doubles at the Rogers Cup in Canada on Friday.
Serena Williams Advances to Rogers Cup Semis, Faces Sister Venus Next
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 08, 2014 09:50 PM EDT |
World No. 1 Serena Williams defeated Caroline Wozniaki in three sets, 4-6, 7-5, 7-5 to advance into the semifinal round and set up a match against sister Venus at the Rogers Cup in Canada on Friday.
Rogers Cup Doubles: Top-Seeded Teams Waiting for Opponents in Quarterfinals
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 08, 2014 04:46 AM EDT |
Top seeds Sara Errani and Roberta Vinci of Italy and second seeds Hsieh Su-wei and Peng Shuai of China advanced into the quarterfinal rounds of the women's doubles at the Rogers Cup in Canada on Thursday.
Novak Djokovic Bows Out in the Rogers Cup
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 08, 2014 04:33 AM EDT |
Top seed Novak Djokovic bowed out of contention as Jo-Wilfried Tsonga upset the Serb in straight sets, 6-2, 6-2, at the Rogers Cup on Thursday.
New Country, New Name for Metta World Peace
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 08, 2014 04:19 AM EDT |
Metta World Peace, who will play in China later this year, has again changed his name into something local fans can easily relate. World Peace, formerly known as Ron Artest, wants to be known as "Panda Friend" when he suits up for the Sichuan Blue Whales.
‘Physically and Mentally Drained’ Kevin Durant Pulls Out of Team USA
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 07, 2014 11:21 PM EDT |
A "physically and mentally drained" Kevin Durant has begged off from Team USA Thursday leaving the team just 15 players to choose from to represent the country in the FIBA World Cup in Spain.
Williams on Target, Sharapova Exits in third round of Rogers Cup
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 07, 2014 11:13 PM EDT |
World No. 1 Serena Williams is on target of her title defense after winning against Lucie Safarova while fifth-seed Maria Sharapova went out of contention after a three set clash with Carla Suarez Navarro in the third round of the Rogers Cup on Thursday.
Sources: Kevin Love will be Joining the Cleveland Cavaliers
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 07, 2014 10:44 PM EDT |
The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Cleveland Cavaliers have apparently agreed on a blockbuster trade involving Kevin Love and No. 1 draft pick Andrew Wiggins, sources said on Thursday.
Michael Phelps Finishes Seventh in 100-m Freestyle Race
Leo J. Magpayo | | Aug 07, 2014 04:44 AM EDT |
After advancing to the finals of the 100-meter freestyle event in the morning trials, Michael Phelps crashed into seventh place at the Phillips 66 National Championships on Wednesday.
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