Zanfer Press Release/Photo by Rafael Soto

The seven-time world Champion, Manny Pacquiao was received this afternoon by Ney González, the governor of the state of Nayarit, in a ceremony also attended by Mexican promoter Fernando Beltran. Pacquiao, who is enjoying a pleasant holiday with his family, said he’s happy to be in Mexico for the first time and appreciates the hospitality the Mexican people have had for him and his family. Manny will return home this week to get ready to assume his post as a congressman in his native Philippines.

Pacquiao also said he wants the fight against Floyd Mayweather in November and everything is in the hands of his promoter Bob Arum, CEO of Top Rank. “Mr. Arum is my promoter and will endeavor to ensure that the fight is done. I have no problems whatsoever if Arum says we will be ready to fight in November.”

Wearing the jersey of the Mexican soccer team, Pacquiao said he is rooting for Mecixo in the World Cup competition that starts this Friday. “Mexico is like my second country. The Mexican fans have always supported me in my great fights and the least I can do is thank them and support the Mexico team,” he said.

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