Whether or not the International Boxing Association (AIBA) allows professional boxers to compete at the Olympics for the first time at the upcoming Rio de Janeiro Games, the idea has sparked widespread criticism.
The sport's world governing body reportedly plans to finalize its decision on June 1.
Eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao had expressed interest in fighting in Rio, but recently said he intends to focus on his political career in the Philippines instead.
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