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Pacquiao-Hatton fight off

The proposed May 2 showdown between Manny Pacquiao and junior welterweight champ Ricky Hatton is off, according to representatives for both fighters as reported today by ESPN.com.

Golden Boy CEO Richard Schaefer, who represents Hatton, told ESPN.com on Wednesday that he's canceled next week's planned media tour and will begin negotiating with other potential opponents immediately.

Bob Arum of Top Rank, who promotes Pacquiao, confirmed that the fight is off.

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