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“What happens in Vegas… stays in Vegas.”
Many found the presence of politicians bearhugging, crowding and photo-opping with Manny Pacquiao after his victory disturbing. I’m not one of them. His victory speech calling for national unity -- with Mike…
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Fighting for cash not for titles
CHICAGO – In the immediate aftermath of my twin coverage of Pacquiao-Morales II and Kobe’s 81-point explosion, opening my e-mail Inbox has become quite an experience. I usually get a load of…
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Local records’ success a victory over piracy
BARELY two weeks after its release, Manny Pacquiao’s first album titled “Para Sa ‘Yo Ang Laban Na ‘To” has turned gold, according to Star Records managing director Annabelle Regalado. A gold album…
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Sleepy Negros town celebrates boxing hero’s return
Jimrex Jaca was just another boxer when he left for his US debut. After his first-round conquest over Geronimo Hernandez in the undercard of the Manny Pacquiao-Erik Morales battle last Jan. 22,…
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Grand welcome for Mayol
Proud of the historic triumph of its treasured boxer in Mexico that was somehow overshadowed by the Pacman mania, the local government of Mandaue City announced it will prepare a red-carpet welcome…
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Martin in ALA Boys’ corner
It’ll be a dream come true for London-born Tony Martin when he works the corners of ALA (Antonio Lopez Aldeguer) fighters Z Gorres and Czar Amonsot in their bouts against Mexican opponents…
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DOES SIZE REALLY EVEN MATTER IN BOXING?
“FREE THINKER” LEO MAKES YOU THINK ONCE AGAIN! Ogdensburg, NY-Yes, size does matter, but what should you measure is the question? Which dimension is the more telling? James Toney was born August…
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Another foe for Amonsot’s US debut
An unfortunate event led Czar Amonsot having to fight another opponent in his Feb. 3 (Feb. 4 in the Philippines) US debut at the Orleans Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Mexican…
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First Gentleman also deserves a handshake
LOS ANGELES, California -- Years from now, when he's older, slimmer and, hopefully, wiser, Jose Miguel Arroyo, husband of Her Excellency, the President of the Philippines, will be telling his grandchildren what…
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Lando seeks Manny’s help
FORMER WBC Junior Lightweight champion Rolando Navarrete was impressed by the performance of WBC Super Featherweight International champion Manny Pacquiao during his rematch against Mexican boxing legend Erik Morales. Likewise, he is…
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Buhay ni Pacquiao isasapelikula na
Plantsado na ang mga detalye para sa pagsasapelikula ng buhay ng tinaguriang “People’s Champion” na si Manny Pacquiao. Ito ang masayang ipinahayag ng abogadong si Ed Flaminiano, may-ari ng FLT Films na…
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Boxing for pleasure
Manny Pacquiao’s electrifying victory over Erik Morales has captured the imagination of the nation. And because of this, expect thousands of kids to take up the sport as a quick ticket to…
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Other Pinoy boxing greats
WITH all the excitement and pride over Manny Pacquiao’s triumph over Mexico’s Erik Morales, global Filipinos should feel equally proud of the fact that fellow Pinoys have been reaping victories in the…
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A hero comes home
GENERAL SANTOS CITY -- It was a hero’s welcome, indeed, as thousands of residents flocked to the city's main streets to catch a glimpse world boxing sensation Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao, the country's…
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Pacquiao to launch sports program for young boxers
GENERAL SANTOS CITY –– Watch out for the "little Pacmans." World boxing sensation Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao has vowed to put up his own sports program for aspiring young boxers from this city…
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GenSan welcomes native son Pacquiao
GENERAL SANTOS CITY — People from all walks of life here are all excited to see and welcome People’s Champ Manny Pacquiao who is scheduled to arrive today aboard a chartered flight…
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Diosdado Gabi Vies for World Title on March 3, 2006
Growing up as the son of a poor fisherman from Davao City, Philippines, Diosdado Gabi is well acquainted with hardships and knows the meaning of personal and family sacrifices. In August 2005…
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RODEL MAYOL IS ANOTHER PACQUIAO IN THE MAKING
The tremendous display of Rodel Mayol's scientific and mastery of punches in solid combinations became another milestone of our country in the arena of global competition. His remarkable performance of putting away…
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Pacquiao Truly the People’s Champ
Boxing has Champions, always has and always will. We have WBO, WBA, even OPBF and NABO Champs. You want champs; we've got all kinds of them. From the Juan Manuel Marquez, a…
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Grand welcome for Mayol
Proud of the historic triumph of its treasured boxer in Mexico that was somehow overshadowed by the Pacman mania, the local government of Mandaue City announced it will prepare a red-carpet welcome…
