Press Release
August 16, 2009

STATEMENT OF SEN. RICHARD J. GORDON
ON NONITO DONAIRE'S VICTORY

"I join the whole nation in rejoicing on the triumph of our fellow Filipino, Nonito 'The Filipino Flash' Donaire.

"Discipline, hard work and dedication led Nonito to the victories he previously achieved. Today, as he defeated Rafael Concepcion, these are the same values he has shown to, once again, emerge triumphantly in this battle of strength and wit."

"Nonito, who takes pride on his Filipino roots despite being an American citizen, has made every Filipino proud once more. His victory is proof that with discipline and good work ethic, we can gloriously overcome the challenges that come before us."

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