MANILA, Philippines?Manny Pacquiao planed back in the Philippines from the US early Friday morning after his successful conquest of the World Boxing Council lightweight crown from David Diaz in Las Vegas last June 29, a radio report said.
Pacquiao was warmly welcomed back by his countrymen upon his arrival at the Terminal 2 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport at about 5:30 a.m., radio dzBB reported.
Upon entering the NAIA-2?s VIP Lounge, he immediately hugged his youngest child, daughter Princess, and his two sons, whom he hasn?t seen since he left for the US on May 12, the report said.
In a short interview at the lounge, he thanked those who supported him in his recent fight against Diaz whom he described as one of the kindest boxers he has ever fought, the report said.
He revealed that they talked over the phone before he left the US and that Diaz signified his intention to visit the Philippines.
He also said that he and wife Jinkee have agreed to donate P3 million to the victims of Typhoon ?Frank? (international codename: Fengshen), the report added.
