
Boxing legend turned Philippine senator.
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Manny Pacquiao defeated David Diaz to win the WBC welterweight title. This victory marked his rise as a global boxing icon and began his dominance across multiple weight divisions.
Pacquiao was elected as the Representative of the 1st District of Sarangani Province. He served two terms, focusing on sports development and local infrastructure.
Pacquiao won a Senate seat in the 2016 Philippine general election, placing 7th. He used his popularity to transition into national politics, advocating for sports and anti-poverty programs.
Pacquiao lost to Yordenis Ugas by unanimous decision in a WBA welterweight title fight in Las Vegas. This was his final professional boxing match, ending his career with a record of 62 wins and 8 losses.
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