Benjamin Pimentel
12 articles · Philippine Daily Inquirer
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Knockouts in December, the Philippines in 2030
SAN FRANCISCO ? It?s turned out to be a December to remember, a month of tragedy and defeat, but also of triumph and promise. And most definitely, it?s been a month of…
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A Filipino parent?s guide to dealing with Pacquiao?s loss
SAN FRANCISCO??Pacquiao lost?? my son asked, a look of disbelief on his face. Now, my panganay is not really boxing fan. His reaction was based not so much on disappointment, but surprise.…
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How Manny Pacquiao can really have an impact after boxing
SAN FRANCISCO?The post-boxing Manny Pacquiao story, we all hope, will turn out to be an uplifting tale, one that would build on his incredible success as an international icon. And his recent…
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From Frazier and Ali to Manny Pacquiao
SAN FRANCISCO?That year, I was for Muhammad Ali. In 1975, he seemed more brilliant and exciting in the ring than Joe Frazier. He was also flashier and more entertaining. I never got…
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Mayweather versus that ?little fella? Pacquiao
SAN FRANCISCO?Now, he says he wants to fight. And in a jaw-dropping display of arrogance, Floyd Mayweather even set a date and place for the much-awaited showdown with Manny Pacquiao. There?s just…
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Pacquiao the dragon vs. dog-loving underdog
SAN FRANCISCO?Manny Pacquiao says Bruce Lee is his idol. So it?s good to note that the last time Bruce Lee battled it out with a black guy, he won convincingly against a…
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Pacquiao: From a mensch to the greatest
CALIFORNIA, United States?From Filipino hero, Manny Pacquiao just got elevated to world icon. And there?s no better proof than an essay in an unlikely Web site written by an unlikely admirer. ?He…
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The power of Pacquiao
CALIFORNIA, United States?Will he overreach, go too far, try too hard, want too much?and as a result, fail? Manny Pacquiao?s victory over Antonio Margarito proved he can push well beyond the zone…
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Fear KOs Mayweather & Pacquiao?s poise
CALIFORNIA, United States?Even though it?s unclear if the dream fight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather will ever happen, Mayweather has already lost. Pacquiao didn?t beat him. Fear did. That much is…
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Will Pacquiao keep fighting the smart fight?
CALIFORNIA, United States—I must confess that, shortly before the fight, I found myself thinking that it also wouldn’t be bad if Joshua Clottey won. That’s mainly because, from the stories about the…
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Pacquiao vs. Clottey, a horror movie?
CALIFORNIA, United States—By most accounts, Manny Pacquiao and Joshua Clottey are skilled, fierce fighters, but who nevertheless are known to be nice guys outside the ring. So what’s up with the fight…
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The Pacman and the Flash
CALIFORNIA, United States—Before the Pacman, there was the Flash. This month marks the 25th death anniversary of Gabriel “Flash” Elorde, one of the greatest boxers in history. Time to remember the fighter…