The International Olympic Committee decided not to change the rules for the sake of the Pinoy boxer.
The International Olympic Committee refused to allow Manny Pacquiao to attend the Paris Olympics. ESPN reported it.
We remind you that the 45-year-old boxer has expressed his desire to participate in the Games in Paris, despite his career ending in 2021.
The Philippine NOC is also not against this idea. The latter tried to negotiate with the IOC to give the athlete a special permit, because you can participate in competitions up to 40 years old.
The IOC discussed the Philippines’ proposal but decided not to violate its rules for Pacquiao. In theory, he could receive a separate pass, given to countries with few representatives at the Olympics. But the Philippines does not fit this rule.
Source: korrespondent
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