World boxing champion and Sarangani Rep. Emmanuel "Manny" Pacquiao yesterday started his eight-week training in Baguio City for his June 6 title defense against American challenger Timothy Bradley.

Buboy Fernandez of  "Team Pacquiao" said the team is still determining how long the champion will stay in Baguio for his high-altitude workouts.

Pacquiao had his early morning jogging at the five-hectare Burnham Park at the heart of the city with a bevy of boxing fans keeping company and close look at their idol.

He was able to finish five rounds around the lagoon at a fast-paced cadence.

It was in this city with a temperature range of 14 to 25 degrees celsius where Pacquiao had started his training when he had strong challengers like Oscar de la Joya, Juan Manuel Marquez, Ricky Hatton and others.

Amir Khan, a regular sparring partner of Pacquiao, was also seen in the group and  is expected to be in the training activities.*PNA

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