Coco Altatis Asia, boxing & kickboxing, combat sports, Europe, Italy, Singapore, sports, Thailand

Thailand’s Singtongnoi Por Telakun to fight Italy’s Joseph Lasiri in Kallang, Singapore

Singtongnoi Por Telakun from Thailand will face Joseph Lasiri from Italy in a Muay Thai fight at “ONE: Unstoppable Dreams” in Singapore on May 18, 2018. Telakun, a renowned Thai fighter, will make his ONE Super Series debut, while Lasiri, a respected kickboxing competitor, seeks redemption after his last bout. The event will feature various martial arts matches.

Coco Altatis Asia, combat sports, MMA, Singapore, South Korea, sports

Singapore’s Amir Khan to fight South Korea’s Sung Jong Lee in Kallang

Amir Khan, 23, of Singapore will fight Sung Jong Lee, 32, of Cheonan, South Korea at “ONE: Unstoppable Dreams”. They will battle it out in the lightweight division. ONE Championship will hold “ONE: Unstoppable Dreams” at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore on May 18, 2018. The fight card features mixed martial arts, Muay Thai … Continue reading Singapore’s Amir Khan to fight South Korea’s Sung Jong Lee in Kallang

Coco Altatis Asia, boxing & kickboxing, combat sports, Europe, Netherlands, Singapore, sports, Thailand

Thailand’s Yodsanklai Fairtex to fight Netherlands’ Chris Ngimbi in Singapore

Yodsanklai “The Boxing Computer” Fairtex, 32, of Pattaya, Thailand will face Chris “The African Warrior” Ngimbi of Eindhoven, Netherlands at "ONE: Unstoppable Dreams". They will compete in a kickboxing match in the 72.5 kg division. Yodsanklai Fairtex vs Chris Ngimbi Fairtex is one of the most recognizable names in the world of Muay Thai. His … Continue reading Thailand’s Yodsanklai Fairtex to fight Netherlands’ Chris Ngimbi in Singapore

Coco Altatis Europe, France, TV & film

2018 Cannes Film Festival poster inspired by Georges Pierre’s work

The 71st Festival de Cannes poster is inspired by Jean-Luc Godard’s film "Pierrot le fou" and pays homage to Georges Pierre, a renowned French still photographer. Pierre's impactful career and founding of the Association des Photographes de Films is noted. The poster, designed by Flore Maquin, reflects her vibrant and colorful artistic style. The festival, with Cate Blanchett as President of the Jury, is set to commence on May 8, 2018. The official film selection was announced on April 12, 2018.

Coco Altatis Brazil, Philippines, sports

Ifugao’s Kevin Belingon: I’ll meet Brazil’s Bibiano Fernandes in ONE Championship cage again

Kevin Belingon from the Philippines faces Andrew Leone from the United States at “ONE: Heroes of Honor” on April 20, 2018. Belingon has focused on improving grappling skills to enhance his striking. Both fighters aim for a title shot, with Belingon determined to remain the top bantamweight contender.

Kiyoshi Motohiko Asia, Europe, Japan, Russia, TV & film

Toshiyuki Teruya’s ‘Born Bone Born’ selected for 40th Moscow International Film Festival

Toshiyuki Teruya’s latest feature film “Born Bone Born” has been officially invited for the out-of competition program of the 40th Moscow International Film Festival, which will be held from April 19-26, 2018. It is a feature adaptation of the director’s 2016 short film “Born, Bone, Boon,” which was awarded at Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2017 Official Competition and SKIP CITY International D-CINEMA … Continue reading Toshiyuki Teruya’s ‘Born Bone Born’ selected for 40th Moscow International Film Festival

Coco Altatis Asia, boxing & kickboxing, combat sports, Singapore, South America, sports, Suriname, Thailand

Thailand’s Sam-a Gaiyanghadao to fight Suriname’s Sergio Wielzen in Kallang, Singapore

ONE Championship will hold “ONE: Unstoppable Dreams” at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore on May 18, 2018. There are two co-main events on the main card, one of which is an inaugural title bout. Sam-a Gaiyanghadao vs Sergio Wielzen ONE Championship will crown its first ever ONE Super Series Muay Thai Flyweight World … Continue reading Thailand’s Sam-a Gaiyanghadao to fight Suriname’s Sergio Wielzen in Kallang, Singapore

Coco Altatis Asia, Bahrain, combat sports, MMA, sports

IMMAF, WMMAA unify before World Championships in Bahrain

The International MMA Federation (IMMAF) and the World Mixed Martial Arts Association (WMMAA) have merged to unify the sport of mixed martial arts. This move aims to strengthen the bid for sport recognition, particularly in relation to the Olympic movement. Both organizations anticipate benefits such as combined events and increased resources. The Kingdom of Bahrain will host the 2018 World Championships, further solidifying its presence in the MMA world.

Coco Altatis Asia, combat sports, MMA, sports, Taiwan

ONE Championship medical services VP Dr. Warren Wang is BJJ practitioner from Taiwan

Dr. Warren Wang, ONE Championship's Vice President of Medical Services, oversees the safety of athletes. A trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, he focuses on protecting fighters and is vigilant during matches. Dr. Wang emphasizes the importance of attentiveness and swift intervention to ensure the well-being of the competitors.

Coco Altatis Asia, combat sports, Europe, MMA, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, sports

Philippines’ Eduard Folayang to fight Russia’s Kharun Atlangeriev in Kallang, Singapore

Eduard "Landslide" Folayang, former ONE Lightweight World Champion, returns to face Kharun “Predator” Atlangeriev at "ONE: Unstoppable Dreams" on May 18, 2018. Atlangeriev, undefeated, makes his ONE Championship debut. The event will feature reigning champions Angela Lee and Mei Yamaguchi in a rematch, alongside other high-profile matches.