MANILA, Philippines ? Manny Pacquiao is saddened that he cannot attend the birthday party of his daughter on Friday because he has to continue training in Baguio City for his bout with Antonio Margarito.
He just sent his greetings to his daughter, Princess, who turned 4 on Friday. Princess is the third of 4 children with wife Jinkee.
Pacquiao told ABS-CBN News that he really wants to attend Princess? birthday party at the Ayala Alabang Country Club ballroom in Muntinlupa City.
However, that would cause him to miss two days of training camp in the City of Pines, which are crucial in his preparation for his November 13 clash with his Mexican foe.
The 7-division world champion reasoned said he is getting ready for the fight for his future as well as for the country?s honor.
Aside from Princess, another special person in Pacquiao?s life celebrated his birthday on Friday?his best friend and assistant trainer, Buboy Fernandez.
Fernandez revealed that his birthday wish is for Pacquiao to snare his 8th world title in 8 different weight divisions.
Pacquiao and Margarito will fight for the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) super welterweight belt at the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Pacman runs up a mountain
The boxer-turned-congressman kicked off his Friday by running up a mountain in Baguio City.
He was joined by his brother, Bobby Pacquiao, and fighter Bernabe Concepcion, whom he manages.
Pacquiao said running up a mountain gives him more stamina and strengthens his knees.
Even Pacquiao?s fans trooped to watch the reigning World Boxing Organization (WBO) champion run.
After the run, the Sarangani Province congressman was swarmed by his fans. Some even had photo opportunities with the boxing superstar.
