| |
|
Gerry’s last hurrah for The Dream
By Rene Bonsubre, Jr.
PhilBoxing.com
Mon, 27 Sep 2010
Former two division world champion Gerry Peñalosa will make his ring return this October 10 at the at the Zamboanga City Coliseum in Zamboanga City against Yodsaenkeng Kietmangmee of Thailand. In a telephone interview, Peñalosa said that this will be his last fight and the proceeds of this bout will be given to Z “The Dream” Gorres to help him with his medical expenses.
“I want to help my friend Z. He is recovering well but is still spending a lot for his medical bills. He underwent surgery again recently.” Peñalosa was referring to the series of medical operations on Gorres’ throat.
Every Filipino is familiar with the story of Gorres, who was sidelined by a career-ending brain injury when he fought Colombian Luis Melendez in Las Vegas in November 2009. He underwent a throat operation last February at Cebu Doctor’s Hospital due to a mass of tissue that formed in the lining of his throat. Early this month, Gorres underwent another surgery at the same hospital to correct a portion of his windpipe that had narrowed down.
Fans and sponsors are encouraged to support Peñalosa’s endeavor. Gerry’s victories gave us a reason to cheer during the pre-Pacquiao years. He was also part of the victorious 2007 Boxing World Cup squad that also saw him win his second world title against Jhonny Gonzales. Helping a friend in need would be the best ending for a career that spanned two decades.
The Filipino “Bayanihan” spirit was showcased when Gorres needed help during his stay in a Las Vegas hospital ICU. Continuing to assist him also shows the good inside every Filipino.
Kietmangmee (12W-2L, 8 KO’s), is a former lt.flyweight champion Thailand and a former WBO Youth world lt.flyweight titlist. Also appearing in this card is Gerry’s protege, Michael Fareñas, who will face South Korean Jung-Hoon Kim.
Click here to view a list of other articles written by Rene Bonsubre, Jr..
Recent PhilBoxing.com In-House articles:
Crawford vs. Khan Weigh-In Results
By , Sat, 20 Apr 2019Weights From San Antonio, TX
By , Sat, 20 Apr 2019The WPA Players Championship Is Down To Two Philippines vs. Taiwan Semi-Finals
By Ted Lerner, WPS Media Officer, Sat, 20 Apr 2019NBA Playoffs: Spurs take 2-1 lead over Nuggets
By Reylan Loberternos, Sat, 20 Apr 2019Noynay 129.7, Saka 130 for WBO Asia Pacific in Osaka, Japan
By Carlos Costa, Sat, 20 Apr 2019WBC Featherweight World Champion Gary Russell Jr. To Defend Against Former Champion Kiko Martinez In Co-Feature To Wilder vs. Breazeale Saturday, May 18 Live on SHOWTIME®
By , Sat, 20 Apr 2019Shawn Porter, 'I Won't Fight Claressa Shields'
By , Sat, 20 Apr 2019FIRST WOMEN'S MAIN EVENT SCHEDULED FOR RJJ BOXING ON UFC FIGHT PASS®
By , Fri, 19 Apr 2019Snips and Snipes 18 April 2019: Anthony Joshua's US debut hits a snag
By Eric Armit, Fri, 19 Apr 2019DANNY GARCIA VS. ADRIAN GRANADOS INTERNATIONAL MEDIA CONFERENCE CALL TRANSCRIPT
By , Fri, 19 Apr 2019DANNY GARCIA VS. ADRIAN GRANADOS INTERNATIONAL MEDIA CONFERENCE CALL TRANSCRIPT
By , Fri, 19 Apr 2019“FIGHT NIGHT: SHIELDS vs. HAMMER” CAPTURES THE DRAMA SURROUNDING HISTORIC UNDISUPUTED SHOWDOWN BETWEEN CLARESSA SHIELDS AND CHRISTINA HAMMER
By , Fri, 19 Apr 2019MAYWEATHER PROMOTIONS CONFIRMED FOR 5TH ANNUAL BOX FAN EXPO
By , Fri, 19 Apr 2019World Ranked Filipino Joe "The Jaw Breaker" Noynay Lands in Japan for WBO Asia Pacific Rumble
By Carlos Costa, Thu, 18 Apr 2019Boxing Champ Claressa Shields Calls Out GGG, I Can Beat Men!
By , Thu, 18 Apr 2019Final 16 Set In Vegas For The WPA Players Championship
By Ted Lerner, WPS Media Officer, Thu, 18 Apr 2019Marlon "Marvelous Captain" Manalo to play in the United States
By , Thu, 18 Apr 2019PARTYPOKER TO SPONSOR US OPEN 9-BALL CHAMPIONSHIP
By , Thu, 18 Apr 2019MANANQUIL DEFENDS WBO TITLE VS. KOBAYASHI
By , Thu, 18 Apr 2019WBA #15 Heavyweight Ivan Dychko Ready and Willing to Settle Score with Anthony Joshua on June 1
By , Thu, 18 Apr 2019SELINA BARRIOS vs. MELISSA HERNANDEZ APRIL 27 AT THE CAJUNDOME IN LOUISIANA
By , Thu, 18 Apr 201932 ADVANCE, 32 OUT AS DAY 1 OF THE WPA PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP IS COMPLETE
By Ted Lerner, WPS Media Officer, Thu, 18 Apr 2019Presser Notes & Quotes: Terence Crawford and Amir Khan Ready for PPV Showdown
By , Thu, 18 Apr 2019RIGHT HAND INJURY FORCES DAVID LEMIEUX TO WITHDRAW FROM SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT DEBUT AGAINST JOHN 'THE GORILLA' RYDER
By , Thu, 18 Apr 2019 |
|
|
|
|
|
