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WITHOUT A DOUBT, MANNY By Atty. Dan Neri Lim PhilBoxing.com Fri, 01 May 2009  This late in the day, everybody has an opinion on how the fight between Manny Pacquiao and Ricky Hatton on Saturday, May 2 (Sunday morning Philippine time), will end. Needless to say, nearly 10 in 10 in the Philippines believe it is Manny?s hands that will be raised at the end of the fight. There are many reasons why Manny should win this one. First of all, he is the embodiment of hope for his country and his people. Whatever the difficulties and sufferings the Filipino is going through, Manny gives him the desire to go on. Just more than two decades ago, Manny was dirt poor like most Filipinos. Today, he is a cut above the rest. If it can be done, there is no reason why the Filipinos won?t be able to do the rest. Secondly, Manny is aware of the load that he carries on his shoulder. The Philippines is a country divided against itself. Admiringly however, Filipinos unite whenever Manny fights in the ring. Manny knows this and has carried this load with grace and confidence. Instead of being a heavy load that weighs on his mind each time he goes to battle, Manny makes this his inspiration to go for victory. Thirdly, Manny is willing to pay the price for success. To say that he trains very hard is an understatement. In more ways than one, Manny over-trains. He punishes his body because this is what the sport is all about. The more punishment a boxer can absorb and inflict on his opponent, the better the chances to score a win. While experts have every reason to compare fighting styles and techniques, it is doubtful if the two warriors are miles apart from each other. They are where they are now because they possess not just the strength, power and skill of a mighty warrior but also the heart and mind that elevates them from the rest. All things being equal, it is the intangibles that come into play. Manny has an x-factor going for him. He knows that so much more is needed than the power in his fists and the muscles on his arm. He knows that a fighter has to draw deep in the heart and mind to be able to score against and, when the situation presents itself, hurt enough to batter the opponent into submission. Most of all, Manny never fails to give God the credit. More than just paying lip service to God, Manny is sincere in his appreciation for God?s providence. Manny has become an ambassador for God, one who knows he is merely a creation and a messenger. The Philippines, and the world for this matter, see a rare spectacle in Manny Pacquiao. He is the stuff legends are made of, an icon that comes once in a rare while. He is more than just a symbol and a role model. If there is one person that has captured the heart and imagination of the Filipino, one who has given the Philippines enough reason to be proud of and to celebrate, without a doubt it is Manny Pacquiao. Click here to view a list of other articles written by Atty. Dan Neri Lim.  |
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