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The decision was unanimous.  Manny Pacquiao defeated Joshua Clottey (from Ghana) after 12 rounds and basically cemented in our minds what everyone knows already: the Pacman is still the best pound for pound boxer in the world today.

Many Pinoys were actually looking forward to more than just a win but a knockout.  And it was something the Manny could have delivered had Clottey punched more than hid his face behind his gloves (hehehe).  But still, a win is a win and again, our “Pambansang Kamao” brought peace in the streets of our country (at least for the duration for the fight) and brought pride and glory to our country.

The Answers community was certainly abuzz during the Pacquiao-Clottey fight.  Now that Pacquiao is at least $15 million richer, Izah asked “If you were on Jinkee Pacquiao’s shoes, how would you spend Manny’s money?”  We all know Jinkee has a soft spot for designer items like Hermes, Chanel and Louis Vuitton bags, I wonder what you will be spending on most if you had that kind of money.

Another interesting question that was asked was about the rendition of the national anthem by Pinoy YouTube sensation Arnel Pineda.  Cyberbaguioboy asked “Should Filipino and Journey frontman Arnel Pineda be penalized for his rendition of the “Lupang Hinirang?“  This became an issue because the National Historical Institute is filing a complaint against Pineda for singing his own interpretation of our anthem.  Arnel Pineda’s version was certainly very “Journey” (hehehe) but do you think he should be penalized for singing it that way?

And the final question (and most likely the one in the minds of everyone) is, “Should Manny Pacquiao retire after his boxing match with Joshua Clottey?” (another great question asked by Izah).  It seems like the best move for Manny right now is to retire at his peak but there’s just this one issue that seems unresolved: Floyd Mayweather Jr.  The boxing world still wants to see the two best pound-for-pound fighters in the world in a match that is expected to be the richest fight of all time.  What are your thoughts on this?

As you answer those questions, let’s all take time to be thankful for the victory that Pacquiao has brought home.  Congratulations and mabuhay ka Manny!

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