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Manny Pacquiao supports new cancer charity in Abu Dhabi

Wednesday, 4 November 2015 06:35

Filipino boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao will be at Yas Marina Circuit in the capital on Saturday, November 7. The eight-weight world champion is supporting a new cancer charity, Rahma, through RahmaYAS, and will walk and cycle around the circuit. The event aims to raise awareness for the service, launched by the Cancer Patient Care Society in Abu Dhabi, to provide practical and psychological support for cancer patients. Entrance to RahmaYAS costs AED 50, with all the proceeds going directly to Rahma. Interested participants can register at www.yasmarinacircuit.com

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