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Seattle Seahawks Beats New England Patriots 29-13 to Win Second NFL championship

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After months of expectations, storylines, and anticipation, Seattle delivered on football’s biggest stage, defeating the New England Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, giving them their second Lombardi Trophy.

Many expected a battle between two deserving finalists, but the Seahawks had other plans on the field. Seattle’s defence dominated the Patriots through the first three quarters, forcing three turnovers, sacking quarterback Drake Maye six times, and even returning an interception for a touchdown. On the other side of the ball, Kenneth Walker III powered over 150 yards on offence, while Jason Myers set a new Super Bowl record with five field goals. By the end of the night, Walker III’s performance earned him Super Bowl MVP honours as Seattle completed one of the most dominant championship displays in franchise history.

Let’s not forget the amazing halftime performance from Bad Bunny, featuring surprise appearances by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, a live wedding ceremony, and a celebration of Puerto Rican and Nuyorican culture. It became one of the most-watched and most talked-about moments after Billboard displayed the message, “The only thing more powerful than hate is love,” echoing the words Benito shared during his Grammy Awards acceptance speech just a week earlier.

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III carries the ball against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX
Kenneth Walker III in action for the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl LX. | Image: ESPN/NFL

The Night Kenneth Walker III Became Super Bowl MVP

When the Seahawks needed a player to lead the way on football’s biggest stage, Kenneth Walker III answered the call. The Seattle running back delivered one of the game’s best performances, rushing for 135 yards and helping power the Seahawks to a 29-13 victory over the Patriots. In doing so, he became the first running back to win Super Bowl MVP since Terrell Davis led the Denver Broncos to victory 28 years ago.

Walker kept the Seahawks’ offence in control throughout the night, while most of the attention was on Seattle’s defence. His steady run wore down New England and helped build momentum. By the final whistle, Kenneth Walker III deserved the MVP award.

“It’s just a dream come true because a lot of people play their whole career and never make it this far,” Walker said after the game. “We went through adversity throughout the season, but we stayed together. You know that adversity showed who we were as a team. We got a brotherhood going on right now, and it’s special.”

Walker wasn’t the only player making history. Kicker Jason Myers produced one of the greatest kicking displays the Super Bowl has ever seen, drilling a record five field goals to help keep the Patriots at arm’s length throughout the game. His performance added another chapter to a night Seattle fans won’t soon forget.

After the win, head coach Mike Macdonald praised the Seahawks for sticking together all season. “We never waver, man. We believe in each other. We love each other, and now we’re world champions,” he said.

Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Rylie Mills sacks New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye in Super Bowl LX.
Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Rylie Mills sacks New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye on Sunday during the second quarter of Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium. | Image: ESPN/NFL

Seattle’s Dark Side Defence

Seattle’s defence saved its best performance for the biggest stage. Known throughout the season as “The Dark Side,” the Seahawks finished the year as the NFL’s stingiest defence, and they lived up to that reputation in Super Bowl LX. Before the Patriots finally found the end zone in the fourth quarter, Seattle had forced punts on New England’s first eight possessions, while constantly making life difficult for quarterback Drake Maye.

The Seahawks finished with six sacks, forced three turnovers, and turned one of those into a 45-yard interception return for a touchdown by Uchenna Nwosu. By the time the Patriots started to come back late in the game, Seattle already had a strong three-score lead.

A relentless pass rush and another masterclass from head coach Mike Macdonald masterminded dominance. Maye, who had already been sacked 15 times during New England’s playoff run, spent much of the night under pressure as Byron Murphy II, Derick Hall, and rookie Rylie Mills repeatedly broke through the Patriots’ offensive line. Devon Witherspoon was equally influential, recording a sack, three quarterback hits, and helping create the turnover that led to Nwosu’s touchdown. While comparisons to Seattle’s famed ‘Legion of Boom’ have followed this defence all season, The Dark Side added its own chapter to franchise history with a performance that helped deliver the Seahawks’ second NFL championship.

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye throws under pressure from the Seattle Seahawks defence in Super Bowl LX.
Throughout the game, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye faced intense pressure from the Seattle Seahawks, resulting in two interceptions, six sacks, and a lost fumble during Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium. | Image: ESPN/NFL

Patriots’ Remarkable Season Comes to an End

While the Seahawks celebrated last night’s championship, the Patriots left Santa Clara with a lot to be proud of. Just a year ago, New England finished 4-13 and faced questions about the team’s future. Fast forward to 2025, and the Patriots made one of the biggest comebacks in NFL history, finishing 14-3 and going back to the Super Bowl for the first time since the Tom Brady era.

Much of that success came under first-year head coach Mike Vrabel, who quickly helped bring back confidence and a clear sense of purpose to the team. Led by young quarterback Drake Maye, the Patriots fought through the playoffs and earned their spot on football’s biggest stage. The ending may not have been what they hoped for, but reaching Super Bowl LX is a step forward for the team and has built a foundation for the future.

Bad Bunny holds a football reading “Together, We Are America” at the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show.
“Together, We Are America” was shown on a football during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show | Image: Getty Images – Kevin Sabitus

Bad Bunny Steals the Halftime Spotlight

The Seahawks may have won Super Bowl Sunday, but Bad Bunny made sure the halftime show was a highlight of the night. The Puerto Rican superstar turned his 13-minute set into more than a string of hits, filling the stage with cultural nods, personal tributes, and powerful messages. He opened with sugarcane fields to honour Puerto Rico’s history, then brought to life scenes of neighbourhood barber shops, domino tables, piragua vendors, and Nuyorican culture. His performance celebrated the people, traditions, and communities that shaped him. Beyond entertainment, the show explored identity, resilience, and belonging while highlighting issues facing Puerto Rico and Latino communities. It was one of the best performances, and fans will remember for years to come.

Seattle Seahawks players celebrate with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after beating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX.
Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker and the Seattle Seahawks celebrate their 29–13 victory over the New England Patriots. | Image: ESPN/NFL

What This Championship Means for Seattle

Winning a championship is one thing. Staying at the top is a completely different challenge. The good news for Seattle is that many of the important players behind this Super Bowl run are still here. Head coach Mike Macdonald has quickly instilled a winning mindset in his second season, while players like Kenneth Walker III, Devon Witherspoon, Byron Murphy II, and Sam Darnold have given the team a solid foundation to build on going forward.

Instead of being the end of a journey, this title could be the start of something bigger. With one of the league’s strongest defences, a team full of young talent, and coaches who have earned the trust of players and fans, the Seahawks seem ready to stay among the NFL’s top teams for years.

The confetti may have settled on Super Bowl LX, but the journey to Super Bowl LXI starts today. Until then, we’ll see you next season.

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Manny “PacMan” Pacquiao is no stranger to high-profile stages — from crowded boxing arenas to political campaigns. But now, he’s stepping into something different. The legend has officially joined Netflix’s latest reality competition, Physical: Asia — the Asia-wide evolution of Physical: 100 — as the main figure for Team Philippines.

This isn’t a boxing match. It’s a test of endurance, strength, strategy and teamwork. Instead of punching gloves, Pacquiao will lead a squad of six Filipino athletes competing against teams from eight countries: Korea, Japan, Thailand, Mongolia, Türkiye, Indonesia, Australia and the Philippines.

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Switching from the boxing ring to a reality competition show might look like a big change, but for Pacquiao, it’s just the next step in his ongoing search for new challenges and boundaries.

Pacquiao has made his mark as an athlete, senator, and brand icon, and now he’s taking on a new challenge. His role brings excitement and credibility to ‘Physical: Asia’, especially as sports, media, and entertainment converge. People will watch not only for his athletic skills, but also to see how he represents his country.

This show is driven by ambition. Earlier seasons of ‘Physical: 100’ focused on individual strength and endurance, but the Asia edition is all about teams competing for their countries. Here, one mistake can affect the whole group.

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Who’s on Team Philippines?

When you hear Manny Pacquiao’s name, you might think that the spotlight is only on him. However, Netflix made sure that Team Philippines is more than just one legend. The team is a carefully selected group of athletes, each providing their own strengths. Because the show is a team competition, star power alone is not enough to succeed. Teams need balance, diversity, and members who can support one another’s weaknesses. That’s where the rest of the squad steps up.

Here’s ‘Physical: Asia’ Philippines Team:

  • Mark “Mugen” Striegl — Fil-Am sambo athlete
  • Ray Jefferson Querubin — Strongman
  • Justin Coveney — National rugby player
  • Robyn Lauren Brown — Track & field hurdler
  • Lara Liwanag — CrossFit standout

It’s a mixture of speed, strength, endurance and strategic awareness. Striegl brings combat-sport grit, Querubin provides brute power, Coveney contributes teamwork and collision discipline from rugby, Brown provides explosive speed and agility, and Liwanag balances the group with exceptional conditioning and mental toughness.

What makes this lineup so compelling is how closely it reflects Pacquiao’s own story. He’s always been more than just his fists — his success came from resilience, adaptability and taking strength from those around him. Team Philippines captures this same spirit. With Pacquiao’s leadership added to this diverse group of athletes, they enter Physical: Asia as more than just underdogs. They appear like a squad built to surprise, and that is what could make them dangerous.

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With Physical: Asia set to premiere in 2025, there are already some storylines to watch. Will Pacquiao face the challenges himself, or will he lead the team? How will Team Philippines react if one member starts to struggle? Can they adapt, recover, and keep going? Plus, with well-known fighters like UFC veteran Robert Whittaker and Muay Thai champion Superbon leading other teams, the competition will be tough.

But Pacquiao’s role is more than just the thrill of the matches. At 46, he has already proven his athletic skills with eight world titles in different weight classes. What matters now is his readiness to change and try new things, in sports and beyond. By joining Netflix, Pacquiao is not just competing. He is showing us that legends don’t retire—they keep growing.

For Netflix, having Pacquiao involved makes ‘Physical: Asia’ more than just another reality show. It turns the series into a cultural event where national pride, sports spirit, and entertainment come together. For Pacquiao, it is another part of a career marked not by limits, but by his will to keep moving forward.

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