Ryan Garcia has requested a refund for the weight-cutting penalty paid to Devin Haney, citing the possibility of the fight result being overturned.
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The boxing world continues to buzz about the ongoing controversy between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney. Their April 20th fight has sparked a new round of debate.
Ryan Garcia tweeted on X (twitter)
I need my money back if they overrule my victory
— RYAN GARCIA (@RyanGarcia) May 14, 2024
I paid him money and that was to accept the weight
So give me my fucking money back
Here’s the breakdown: Garcia and Haney faced off in a highly anticipated match. However, things got off on the wrong foot when Garcia weighed in 3.2 pounds over the agreed-upon weight limit of 140 pounds during the weigh-in a day before the fight. This weight discrepancy caused a stir with the boxing commission. They renegotiated the fight terms, imposing a fine on Garcia and declaring that even if he won, he wouldn’t be awarded the championship title.
Despite being overweight, Garcia emerged victorious in the fight. However, Devin Haney retained his championship belt. Now, Garcia is making headlines again by demanding a refund for the weight-cutting penalty he paid to Haney. This latest development adds another layer to the already complex situation.
The drama surrounding the Garcia-Haney fight wasn’t over after the final bell. Just a few days later, reports surfaced that Ryan Garcia had tested positive for banned performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). This raised serious questions about the fairness of the fight, as PEDs can give a fighter an unfair advantage.
Devin Haney’s team wasted no time in reacting to this news. They demanded that the official result of the fight be overturned, citing both Garcia’s weight violation and the alleged use of PEDs. They believe that these factors make the victory illegitimate.
Ryan Garcia, however, has a different story. He claims that he missed weight on purpose, suggesting it wasn’t a careless mistake. It’s unclear what his reasoning might be, and this adds another wrinkle to the already messy situation.
The situation is now in the hands of the boxing commission. They will need to weigh the evidence (Garcia’s weight miss, positive test, and his explanation) before deciding whether to uphold the result or overturn it in favor of Devin Haney.
Taking to social media platform Twitter, Ryan Garcia, also known as “Kingry,” voiced his frustration over the potential overturning of his fight with Devin Haney. His tweet demanded a financial payback if the boxing commission decided to take away his win.
Here’s what Garcia said: “If they take away my win, I want my money back. I paid him a certain amount of money, and that was the agreement for him to accept me fighting over the weight limit. So, I want my damn money back!”
According to official records, Garcia agreed to pay a penalty of $1.5 million for exceeding the weight limit at the pre-fight weigh-in. This penalty was part of a wager made public during a press conference before the fight.
Devin Haney Seeks Upset: Calls for Disqualification After Controversial Bout
The war of words between Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia has escalated to a whole new level. Devin Haney’s representative, lawyer Pat English, has officially filed an appeal with the New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC) demanding they overturn the result of the recent fight between Haney and Garcia.
English submitted an eight-page document outlining several reasons why they believe Garcia’s win should be disqualified. Here are the key points:
- Weight Miss: Garcia weighed in significantly over the agreed-upon weight limit before the fight.
- Premeditated Strategy: English claims Garcia bragged after the fight that he purposely missed weight as a tactic to gain an advantage.
- Performance-Enhancing Drugs (PEDs): The letter alleges that Garcia tested positive for Ostarine, a banned substance used by athletes to improve performance. This substance is reportedly difficult to obtain legally.
- Possible Intoxication: The document also mentions rumors that Garcia admitted to being under the influence of drugs during the fight.
With these accusations on the table, the controversy surrounding the Haney-Garcia fight has reached a boiling point. The NYSAC will now have to review the evidence presented by English and decide whether to uphold Garcia’s victory or award the win to Devin Haney.
What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Is Ryan Garcia guilty of these violations, or is Devin Haney’s team trying to overturn a legitimate win?