Manny Pacquiao's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Manny Pacquiao.

Manny Pacquiao, a Filipino politician, businessman, and former professional boxer nicknamed "PacMan," is considered one of boxing's all-time greats. His boxing career is legendary, and he transitioned into Philippine politics, serving as a senator from 2016 to 2022. He represents a unique blend of athletic achievement and political engagement in the Philippines.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

December 4, 1998: Won First Major Title

On December 4, 1998, at the age of 19, Manny Pacquiao won his first major title, the World Boxing Council (WBC) flyweight title.

2005: Consecutive Boxing World Title Fight Victories

Between 2005 and 2011, Manny Pacquiao had the most consecutive boxing world title fight victories at different weights, with 15, earning him a Guinness World Record.

2006: Ring Magazine, ESPN, and BWAA's Fighter of the Year

In 2006, Manny Pacquiao was awarded Ring magazine, ESPN and BWAA's Fighter of the Year.

February 2007: Received High School Diploma

In February 2007, Manny Pacquiao passed a high school equivalency exam and was awarded a high school diploma by the Department of Education.

November 2008: Reader's Digest Asia cover

In November 2008, Manny Pacquiao was featured on the cover of Reader's Digest Asia, with a seven-page story published before his fight against De La Hoya.

2008: Ranked Sixth Highest Paid Athlete

Forbes listed Manny Pacquiao as the world's equal sixth highest paid athlete in 2008, with a total of $40 million.

2008: Ring Magazine, ESPN, and BWAA's Fighter of the Year

In 2008, Manny Pacquiao was awarded Ring magazine, ESPN and BWAA's Fighter of the Year.

November 16, 2009: Time magazine Asia cover

On November 16, 2009, Manny Pacquiao appeared on the cover of Time magazine Asia. The accompanying article highlighted his charisma and global appeal, noting endorsements from brands like Nike and his rise from humble beginnings.

2009: Ring Magazine, ESPN, BWAA's Fighter of the Year & Best Fighter ESPY Award

In 2009, Manny Pacquiao was awarded Ring magazine, ESPN and BWAA's Fighter of the Year, and also won the Best Fighter ESPY Award.

2009: Inclusion in Time's 100 and Forbes Celebrity 100

In 2009, Manny Pacquiao was included in Time's 100 most influential people and Forbes' Celebrity 100 list, recognizing his boxing achievements and influence among Filipinos.

2009: Ranked Eighth Highest Paid Athlete & Won ESPY Award

In 2009, Manny Pacquiao was ranked eighth highest paid athlete by Forbes and won the ESPY Award for Best Fighter.

May 2010: Election to the House of Representatives

In May 2010, Manny Pacquiao was elected to the House of Representatives in the 15th Congress of the Philippines, representing Sarangani province, securing a significant victory over the Chiongbian clan.

November 13, 2010: Won WBC Super Welterweight Title

On November 13, 2010, Manny Pacquiao won his eighth boxing world title in different weight divisions, defeating Antonio Margarito to win the WBC Super Welterweight title, earning him a Guinness World Record.

2010: One of the Top Earning Athletes

ESPN Magazine reported that Manny Pacquiao was one of the two top earning athletes for 2010, earning $32 million for his two boxing matches.

April 2011: Release of "Sometimes When We Touch" as a Single

In April 2011, Manny Pacquiao recorded Dan Hill's "Sometimes When We Touch" as a single, which reached number 19 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.

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2011: Consecutive Boxing World Title Fight Victories

Between 2005 and 2011, Manny Pacquiao had the most consecutive boxing world title fight victories at different weights, with 15, earning him a Guinness World Record.

2011: Best Fighter ESPY Award

In 2011, Manny Pacquiao won the Best Fighter ESPY Award.

2012: Ranked Second Highest Paid Athlete

In 2012, Forbes ranked Manny Pacquiao as the second highest paid athlete in the world.

2013: Re-election to the 16th Congress

In 2013, Manny Pacquiao was re-elected unopposed to the 16th Congress of the Philippines. His wife, Jinkee, was also elected as vice-governor of Sarangani.

May 2, 2015: Highest Selling Pay-Per-View Boxing Match

On May 2, 2015, Manny Pacquiao recorded the highest selling pay-per-view boxing match in a Welterweight title fight and the highest revenue earned from ticket sales for a boxing match, both at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, earning him Guinness World Records.

2015: Second Highest Paid Athlete in the World

According to Forbes, in 2015, Manny Pacquiao was the world's second highest paid athlete.

May 19, 2016: Election as Senator

On May 19, 2016, Manny Pacquiao was officially elected as a senator in the Philippines, garnering over 16 million votes.

2016: Ranked No. 2 on ESPN's list

In 2016, Manny Pacquiao ranked No. 2 on ESPN's list of top pound for pound boxers of the past 25 years.

July 2019: Oldest Welterweight World Champion

In July 2019, at the age of 40, Manny Pacquiao became the oldest welterweight world champion in history and the first four-time welterweight champion after defeating Keith Thurman to win the WBA (Super) welterweight title.

July 20, 2019: Oldest Welterweight Boxing World Champion

On July 20, 2019, Manny Pacquiao became the oldest welterweight boxing world champion when he claimed the WBA Welterweight title at 40 years and 215 days old, earning him a Guinness World Record.

2021: Ranked #1 Boxer by DAZN

In 2021, Manny Pacquiao was ranked number 1 in DAZN's list of the top 10 boxers of the last 30 years.

2022: Ranked Ninth in The Ring's List

As of 2022, Manny Pacquiao was ranked ninth in The Ring's list of the top 100 boxers of all time.

2022: Master's Degree

In 2022, Manny Pacquiao graduated from Philippine Christian University with a master's degree in management, majoring in public administration.

August 2024: Verdict Overturned in Paradigm Sports Management Lawsuit

In August 2024, the verdict in favor of Paradigm Sports Management was overturned and vacated due to Audie Attar not holding a required management license when signing the contract with Pacquiao.