I still think about the time when I was fighting for my first real big fight against [Marco Antonio] Barrera back in 2002. I know he can come in thinking that he has nothing to lose, and that's why I have to be aware of that.Always be prepared.

I live my life like everyday is my last.

Theres 3 things you need to remember in boxing, work hard, work harder, and work hardest

I wanted to be a world champion.

I'm always having fun in training and in boxing. I think it's because boxing is my passion.

I'm just appreciative of everything that has happened in my life. I'm overwhelmed, sometimes, by this. When I see where I grew up and the places I've been, it puts a smile on my face because of all the people there I can help. I give them food; I give them money; I try to provide them with a good lifestyle, and do the best I can because that's where I came from. Those are my people.

I've always fought for my country, in my own way, showing that Filipinos are a strong people and can do anything that they put their minds to.