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

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.

On the contrary, one fan looks forward to see him make his return and be succesful in his quest to secure a gold medal.

On similar lines, another fan shares some words of encouragement for legendary boxer.

Meanwhile, one fan thinks Olympics should be left to the amateurs and not a retired fighter like him

Lastly, one fan has  specualted the motivation behind Pacquiao fighting in Olympics.

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