Pacquiao wins!
06/29/08
Posted under Boxing, Manny Pacquiao
MANNY PACQUIAO has made history, knocking out David Diaz in the 9th round to become the new World Boxing Council lightweight champ.
Four world titles in four weight classes, baby!
Pacquiao-Diaz fight generates buzz online
06/26/08
Posted under Boxing
By Erwin Oliva
INQUIRER.net
THE TWO tough sluggers have already started their bout a few days before the actual fight scheduled on June 28 in Las Vegas (June 29 in Manila).
Filipino boxer Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao, known for flooring rivals with his speed and strong punches, will fight US-born fighter David Diaz who is also known to be a hard hitter. The two will clash at the Mandalay Bay and Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Winning several belts under different weight classes, Pacquiao will take on the bigger and heftier World Boxing Council lightweight champion Diaz in a 12-round fight.
Veteran Vic Drakulich has been named as referee for this fight. The judges will be CJ Ross, Gary Meritt and Paul Smith, according to the Nevada State Athletic Commission.
For updates about the fight, you can check out The Pacquiao Files or follow a blow-by-blow account on our Twitter page for The Pacquiao Files.
The Pacquiao Files special site also features breaking news, video clips and a running account about Manny’s current and previous bouts.
Pacquiao shows off hand speed
06/06/08
Posted under Boxing, Manny Pacquiao, Videos
MANNY PACQUIAO, who faces David Diaz for the latter’s World Boxing Council lightweight crown on June 28 in Las Vegas, shows off his hand speed in this public workout before the media to drum up interest in the upcoming bout.
Video taken by INQUIRER.net US sales director Esther Misa Chavez in Berkeley, California.
Video: Asian Poker Tour Manila leg champion
06/04/08
Posted under Poker, Videos
2008 Asian Poker Tour Manila leg champion David Saab of Australia talks about the strategy that enable him to come out on top in a field of over 300 players. He takes home a total of $280,000 and is looking forward to the next APT leg in Macau.
Video taken by INQUIRER.net online videographer Janie Christine Octia.
And here’s APT tournament director Matt Savage explaining the objectives of the event.
Video taken by INQUIRER.net multimedia reporter Izah Morales.
A taste of Ultimate Frisbee
05/20/08
Posted under Sport, Ultimate Frisbee, Videos
By Erika Tapalla
INQUIRER.net
UPDATE: Editor’s note: Corrected misspelled name.
I HAVE to admit, for the longest time, the first image that usually enters my head whenever I see a Frisbee would be a topless stud flicking the disc to his beautiful golden retriever named Lassie, trained to, yes, “retrieve” that disc for a rewarding rub on the head on a warm day out in the park.
But recently, I realized that image was completely off for two reasons. One: the Frisbee, or “disc” as they call it, isn’t just for the Lassies and their masters. And two: It actually takes skill to catch those plastic discs as they soar and trick you as to which direction they’re actually headed. Believe it or not, it’s not as charming as it looks. I should know.
I tried it, and there were many times when my disc didn’t look as pretty as a flying saucer that so perfectly flies right to the hands of my partner. Trust me when I say there were times when I made my disc look like a weapon that would slice someone’s head off (vertically, at that) if they weren’t paying attention.
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Bong Coo on state of RP bowling
05/13/08
Posted under Bong Coo, Bowling, Sport, Videos
WORLD-CLASS Filipino athlete Bong Coo shares how she got into bowling and recounts her most memorable tournaments. She talks about the future of the sport in the Philippines and cites some of the rising stars.
Video taken by INQUIRER.net online videographer Janie Christine Octia.
Launching Asian Poker Tour in Manila
04/23/08
Posted under Poker, Sport, Videos
ASIANLOGIC CEO and Asian Poker Tour director Chris Parker talks about the tournament which kicks of on May 27 at the Dusit Thani Hotel. The APT boasts a $1 million guaranteed prize pool. Interview conducted by INQUIRER.net reporter Relly Carpio.
Video taken by INQUIRER.net online videographer Janie Christine Octia.
Karatedo for kids
04/16/08
Posted under Karatedo, Martial Arts, Sport, Videos
CHINO VEGUILLAS, a senior instructor at the AAK Fitness System in SM Megamall and Regina Torres, 10, talk about karatedo and why kids should try this sport this summer.
Video taken by INQUIRER.net online videographer Janie Christine Octia.
Art of fencing
04/14/08
Posted under Fencing, Sport, Videos
CHECK out this video taken by INQUIRER.net online videographer Janie Christine Octia. Sally Aramburo of the Philippine Amateur Fencers Association and University of the East fencing team member Maximus Friedrich Baluyot talk about the art of fencing and why people should give it a try.
Singapore revs up for 1st F1 grand prix
03/25/08
Posted under Formula One, Racing, Sport, Videos
By Erika Tapalla
INQUIRER.net
SINGAPORE–Six months and 13 grand prix races separate this island-state from its inaugural Formula One hosting duties, and preparations are in full swing as Singapore expects to finish its first-ever city circuit by June.
From September 26 to 28, Singapore will play host country to the Formula One Singtel Singapore Grand Prix, the first fully lit night race in FIA Formula One World Championship history. Thus, heavy construction must be done in order to accommodate the needs of the participating constructors, drivers and spectators.
The main challenge Singapore faces is illuminating the night race on a street circuit. The lighting system needs to be powerful enough to simulate daytime conditions and for drivers to see the road clearly. At the same time, good lighting is needed by the spectators and cameras.
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