The queen behind Nonito Donaire’s all-time place next to Manny Pacquiao
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Nonito Donaire had several people to thank following his impressive world title victory after receiving wishes from none other than Manny Pacquiao.
“The Filipino Flash” now sits unmistakably behind Pacquiao as the second best boxer from the great fighting nation of the Philippines.
One of those who received high praise from Donaire, alongside the usual mentions from the TV network and sponsors, was most important to him.
A special message went to his ever-present wife and the love of his life, Rachel.
Taking on training duties and incorporating her military background into her regimen, Rachel was a constant alongside her husband’s attempt to regain the world bantamweight title at the age of 38.
There is no doubt that she has made a huge difference. “The Knockout Queen” also became the first woman in history to win the new WBC Trainer belt for her achievement.
Donaire was emphatic in his praise for Rachel after the celebrations ended.
“Thank you to God, to the Universe, to the Archangels for protecting me, to my ancestors for giving me everything I need for tonight’s victory.
“To Richard Schaeffer, thank you for always believing in me. And to Tom Brown Promotion and PBC, thank you for believing in me.
“At Showtime, your support has always made me want to introduce myself. . . . . . At WBC, thank you for giving me the chance to prove what I can still do in the ring.
“Mizuno, you always gave me the best gear. Thank you for your endless support.
“Everlast: Wearing your gloves always leads to victory. Box bands: You have come so perfect to help me improve my speed. At Givans Taekwondo and Boxe, thank you for supporting us and giving us a secluded home to train.
“Archer Tactical: Thank you for your endless support and your belief that I am a WARRIOR.
“To my team: we did it! Singer, Gerry, Bazzel, Tony and Healer. You guys are making history, and that’s because you’re in my corner.
“To my friends and fans: it was for all your support! You are unwavering and your energy has pushed me through.
“To my boys, Jarel and Logan: Thanks for being patient with Dad. “”, I love you so much and can’t wait to spend time with you.
Finally, to my wife Rachel. You are the head coach, you are the strength coach, you are the strategy, you are my voice, my everything. We did it, my queen.
.– Nonito Donaire (@filipinoflash) May 30, 2021
“Finally, to my wife, Rachel. You are the head coach. You are the strength trainer. In addition, you are a strategy. You are my voice, my everything. We did it, my queen.
He then added on Instagram: “I want to give a big thank you to the very first female head coach to coach a world champion.
“And the new recipient of the WBC Champion Coach Belt [Rachel Donaire]. “
“Throughout the camp we had a lot of conversations about the strategy and also about the change or the change in strategy about how she envisioned it would work.
“Not only that, she helped me to be able to perform better inside the ring by pushing me with all the strength and conditioning and the speed and agility exercises.”
MANNY PACQUIAO
Of course, he has a special bond with his wife, but there’s also a friendship with Manny Pacquiao that grows stronger as the couple continue to challenge Father Time.
At 42, Pacquiao will face the world’s best welterweight on August 21. The last time Pacquiao got older and won against Keith Thurman in July 2019, Donaire had a front row seat to witness it.
Mingling with fans backstage at the MGM Grand and on fight night, Donaire showed his support for Pacquiao much like the “Pacman” did for the Oubaali fight.
Thank you po https://t.co/0kxCDAU5yO
– Nonito Donaire (@filipinoflash) May 30, 2021
“The oldest WBC bantamweight champion in history. Still living up to your nickname, the Flash! “
No doubt Donaire will travel to Las Vegas this summer for Pacquiao against Spence.
WBN would like to congratulate Nonito and Rachel Donaire on their significant victory, which marks a return to the WBN P4P Top 10.
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