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Fellow senators file resolutions commending Pacquiao win vs Vargas

MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) ? A day after Manny Pacquiao's triumphant return to the ring, two fellow senators filed resolutions commending the world boxing champion-turned-lawmaker for his victory against Jessie Vargas. Pacquiao, who is turning 38 in December, dethroned 27-year-old Jessie Vargas by unanimous decision. His win comes after a brief retirement to run for a Senate seat during the May 2016 elections. (READ: Pacquiao pounds Vargas to win WBO welterweight title) The Filipino boxing ic…

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