WATCH: Buboy Fernandez on possibly taking over as Manny Pacquiao's head trainer

Manny Pacquiao hits the mitts with assistant trainer Buboy Fernandez during Thursday's workout at the Elorde Boxing Gym inside the Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay. | Wendell Alinea

MANILA, Philippines — Like a true cornerman, Buboy Fernandez is ready for any eventuality that concerns Manny Pacquiao.

With the possibility of the legendary Freddie Roach vacating his post as Pacquiao’s lead trainer, the longtime deputy handler and childhood friend to the veteran boxer said he is much more willing to relish the opportunity.

“Syempre proud dahil kahit papaano, binigay sa iyo yung responsibilidad,” Fernandez told the press.

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