MANILA – Tokyo Olympics-bound boxer Eumir Felix Marcial is set to make his professional debut in the United States (US) later this year, according to MP Promotions president Sean Gibbons.
“The MP Promotions’ goal is to give as many Filipino boxers access to the biggest platforms in the US and around the world and also create the best opportunities to succeed in boxing like the ones Manny (Pacquiao) has enjoyed over the last 25 years,” said Gibbons.
He added: “We will make sure his (Marcial) journey to the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo is a smooth one as we help him achieve his dream of winning Olympic gold and a professional world title for his father and the Philippines.”
Marcial, for his part, said he is thrilled with the opportunities presented to him by the boxing promotion outfit of eight-division world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao.
“It is an honor to have my idol senator Manny Pacquiao as my mentor and promoter,” said Marcial. “I feel working under the MP Promotions banner will give me the best opportunities as I prepare for the Tokyo Olympics and my professional career.” The Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur-native Marcial will join the growing list of Filipino boxers under MP Promotions such as WBO Bantamweight Champion John Riel Casimero, IBF Super Flyweight Champion Jerwin Ancajas and IBF Minimumweight Champion Pedro Taduran./PN
