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Boxing Legend Jonathan Penalosa Loses Battle with Cancer

4/29/2025

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Former world title contender Jonathan Penalosa, 57, lost his battle with colon cancer on Monday. A key figure in the esteemed Penalosa boxing lineage, he trained legendary Manny Pacquiao and fought for the WBA flyweight title in 1992. Tributes from his brother Gerry and Pacquiao celebrate his enduring legacy. Support for his family can be made through GCash or BDO.

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Former world title contender Jonathan Penalosa, 57, lost his battle with colon cancer on Monday. A key figure in the esteemed Penalosa boxing lineage, he trained legendary Manny Pacquiao and fought for the WBA flyweight title in 1992. Tributes from his brother Gerry and Pacquiao celebrate his enduring legacy. Support for his family can be made through GCash or BDO.