The legendary boxer Manny Paciao failed to protect the championship title

In Brisben, at the 55-thousandth arena Sankorp Stadium, which hosts rugby matches and Australian football, a battle was held between the 29-year-old Australian Jeff Horne and 38-year-old Philippine Manny Pacquiao for the WBO world champion title.

The owner of the ring skillfully used his dimensions, sometimes acting dirty. Pacquiao periodically behaved passively, giving the opponent the opportunity to get closer and work at the near distance.

However, in the ninth round, the Filipino was noticeably activated, and during a protracted attack he struck the Horn several weighty blows. And although the Australian managed to hold out to Gong, it seemed that he was on the verge of early defeat.

However, Horn managed to recover and bring the battle to a doubtful victory. Judgment notes account: 117: 111, 115: 113 and 115: 113.

“This is the decision of the judges,” Pacquiao's controversial decision calmly commented on. “I am making and respect it. I am ready for revenge without any doubt. In our contract, the revenge option was prescribed, so there will be no problems with this.”

By the way, Paciao inflicted 90 more accurate strikes than Horn - 182 versus 92. Of these, Manny had 123 power, and Jeff only 73.