I would only spend a week or two in the Philippines, most probably the week during my birthday because I am planning to give away Christmas gifts to the poor people of General Santos just like what I did last year.

You train hard and I'll train hard, and may the best man win, and good luck to both of us.

I did my best. I guess my best wasn't good enough.

In the ring I can tell right away what his style is and I can adapt to it. I'm adjusting to life as a politician. It's different in training but I can stay focused on both.

I’ve worked in construction, in a factory sewing clothes. I also sold flowers and doughnuts - just odd jobs to try to make 10 pesos, which is equivalent to 20 cents.

I don't mind having these relatives. I'll give them a little, since they all prayed for my victory.

I know what poverty is.