LAS VEGAS, Nevada — He smashed, bloodied and knocked down his opponent three times while fighting with an injured hand and a bad foot.
But Manny Pacquiao emerged empty-handed after his gallant crown quest against Mexican double world champion Juan Manuel Marquez was ruled a split draw here on Saturday night (Sunday in Manila).
Pacquiao, a strong favorite, sobbed then wept openly when it dawned upon him during a television interview that he had failed his countrymen.
