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Its been a while since Manny Pacquiao demolished the heftier Antonio Margarito in Dallas, but his legend remains fresh as if the fight was yesterday. Now, there is news of his next
fight, and its against another bigger albeit older opponent, Shane Mosley.
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| Bob Simon |
So, that got me searching for some PacMan news, and I eventually came across this "60 Minutes" feature on the internet, right before his Margarito fight. The interview is
here, if you are interested to see the fighting congressman from Sarangani, (who obviously has brushed up on his English).
Come to think if it, we've all seen lots of boxers in our time. At first glance, Mr. Pacquiao may not seem to be any different:
Poverty is his fuel to fight
Boxing is his ticket out of the slums
His family is his inspiration to continue
So, what makes him so special?
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| Bob Arum: "Death by a thousand left hands" |
I believe it is his ability to reinvent himself. From boxer to congressman, he's defeated the best of the best and his riches are ever growing. His influence now extends beyond the ring.
Manny Pacquiao seems to be a symbol for the Filipino everyman. And, oh boy, this country desperately needs symbols that work. Manny Pacquiao looks to be one.
Anyway, I enjoyed the feature and the extras on the site.
I wait anxiously for his next fight.
XOXO,
GeloCim
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