It has been reported in the Philippine Star that Manny Pacquiao (53-3-2, 38 KO’s), the man who has won multiple world titles in eight different weight divisions, says that his inspiration and source of power is where he came from and the manner in which he grew up. Manny grew up homeless and in poverty on the streets of the Philippines. He was eventually given the opportunity to box as an amateur and received food and a place to live. That is how it all began for the “Pacman”. It is a true “rags to riches” story which Manny accomplished through sweat, hard work and his amazing ability as a fighter. Pacquiao makes it clear in interviews that he never wants to forget where he came from and how he had to scrape just to keep from starving to death. Manny was quoted as saying to philstar.om “There is bad news all the time in my country. There is not enough food. We have typhoons. There is corruption in the government and too much crime. So many people are suffering and have no hope. Then, I bring them good news and they are happy. I know that millions of people are praying for me and that gives me strength. My fight is not only for me, but for my country.” Read more: http://www.boxingnews24.com/2011/06/manny-pacquiao’s-source-of-power/#more-70655
