'No need to apologize,' memes, and other reactions from boxing fans and netizens on Manny Pacquiao's defeat

After facing defeat at the hands of Cuba's Yordenis Ugas, Manny Pacquiao apologized to supporters for the upset loss. Fans, however, say there's no need for the boxing legend to apologize, applauding his 26-year career in the ring.

For a long time now, he has had nothing left to prove as an athlete, one of the all-time boxing greats. Manny Pacquiao will always be the Pambansang Kamao.

— Bianca Gonzalez (@iamsuperbianca) August 22, 2021

If that was Manny Pacquiao's last fight, I want to thank him for never ducking dangerous opponents and ALWAYS COMPETING WITH ALL HIS HEART AND SOUL.

— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) August 22, 2021

Manny Pacquiao is all cool following his loss. Thats how he has always been...#PacquiaoUgas pic.twitter.com/Qz8dcagcfM

— MMA India (@MMAIndiaShow) August 22, 2021

Respect to @MannyPacquiao. That sounded like a retirement and there’s absolutely no shame in that. He’s given the Philippines so much to be proud of - there will be no fighter like him. Incredible energy, heart and love for the Filipino people. A true boxing champ. #PacquiaoUgas

— Natashya Gutierrez (@natashya_g) August 22, 2021