Manny Pacquiao may make his return to the sport but not for a professional contest. The former eight-division champion had a celebrated career that stretched many decades. His current record stands at 62 victories with 8 defeats which is nothing to scoff at. His last fight was in 2021 against Yordenis Ugas. After suffering a defeat, he announced his retirement therein. However, he has teased a comeback to the boxing world. In a recent turn of events, the 45-year-old has expressed his interest in competing in the Olympics. This desire stems from capping off his legendary career on a high note. In addition, he endeavors to win a gold medal for his home country, the Philippines.
This revelation comes from Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham Tolentino himself. It is also reported that the committee is looking at the qualifying rules to see if Pacquiao is eligible. However, amidst this recent revelation, do you wonder what the boxing world thinks of Pacquiao’s comeback to the Olympics? Are they thrilled or uninterested? Let’s unwrap this with some intriguing fan reactions.
Boxing world in splits amidst Manny Pacquiao’s potential comeback in Olympics
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It is ubiquitous to see a professional boxer compete in the Olympics. However, Pacquiao has been an outlier throughout his career and his recent endeavor is a testament to the same. Will he compete in the 2024 Olympics? Only time can reveal. Until then, let’s see how the fans perceive this news.
A fan thinks it is not wise on the part of, ‘Pac-man,’ given his recent record and age to compete against younger prospects.
Whether or not that should be allowed is a moot point I suppose. He has zero chance of winning a gold medal at this age with no experience of the amateur system.
— Jimmy Dixon (@jamesalandixon) August 30, 2023
On the contrary, one fan looks forward to see him make his return and be succesful in his quest to secure a gold medal.
This would be pretty cool! & a hell of an accomplishment if he wins
— richardboomin (@richardboomin) August 30, 2023
On similar lines, another fan shares some words of encouragement for legendary boxer.
Lets get it manny one more before riding into the sun set pic.twitter.com/ZfRQLgcTHz
— Anthony Bolony (@BolonyAnthony) August 30, 2023
Meanwhile, one fan thinks Olympics should be left to the amateurs and not a retired fighter like him
Had your career. Leave the Olympics to the amateurs
— Tiresome Fury (@exposingfury) August 30, 2023
Lastly, one fan has specualted the motivation behind Pacquiao fighting in Olympics.
Whether or not he's allowed to do this or have to do this idk but I'm sure they would not put him in the ring with low skilled fighters, also it's maybe one of his dreams/goals to win a gold medal at the Olympics.
— lastking23 (@kinging17) August 30, 2023
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It is safe to say that there is no unanimous reaction to this recent revelation. Moreover, Pacquio’s desire to compete at this age is a testament to the passion he holds for the sport. Until the next update on this news, we are curious to know your thoughts and opinions on him competing in Olympics? Share with us in the comments below.
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