Press Release
May 7, 2009

Gordon: Pacquiao, 'Greatest Filipino Fighter of All Time'

Independent Senator Richard J. Gordon hailed Philippine boxing champ Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao as the greatest Filipino fighter of all time for his outstanding feat in the field of international boxing.

In filing Senate Resolution 1041, Gordon commended Pacquiao for his good work ethic and discipline, which enabled him to bring another proud achievement for the country as he triumphed over Ricky "Hitman" Hatton.

"Pacquiao has brought another proud achievement for the whole nation as he carries the hopes of 90 million Filipinos every time he climbs the ring," he said.

"His admirable work ethic, courage, determination and discipline to excel in his profession, is something that Filipinos must emulate in order to gloriously overcome the challenges that may come in their respective pursuits," he added.

"Pacquiao's courage and unrelenting spirit exemplify Filipino excellence and serve as a unifying force among Filipinos in their conquest for national greatness, pride, and honor, making his heroic and historic achievement worthy of emulation and truly deserving of national praise and recognition," Gordon said.

Tagged as the "Pambansang Kamao", Pacquiao once again emerged victorious in a battle of strength and wit with a dominating 2nd-round knockout victory against Hatton in Las Vegas, Nevada last May 2 (May 3 in Manila).

In defeating Hatton, Pacquiao took home the International Boxing Organization and Ring Magazine Junior Welterweight title, making him a six-time world champion in five weight divisions and preserving his title as the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world.

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