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March 9, 2023, Los Angeles, CA, USA: Gervonta à Tank Davis and Ryan Garcia argue as they address the media at the kick off press conference, PK, Pressekonferenz for the Gervonta Tank Davis vs. Ryan Garcia fight taking place April 22nd in Las Vegas. Los Angeles USA – ZUMAd151 20230309_znp_d151_016 Copyright: xAdamxDelGiudicex

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March 9, 2023, Los Angeles, CA, USA: Gervonta à Tank Davis and Ryan Garcia argue as they address the media at the kick off press conference, PK, Pressekonferenz for the Gervonta Tank Davis vs. Ryan Garcia fight taking place April 22nd in Las Vegas. Los Angeles USA – ZUMAd151 20230309_znp_d151_016 Copyright: xAdamxDelGiudicex
Ryan Garcia has found an unlikely supporter in Gervonta Davis as he battles the claims of PED abuse. However, things unfolded hilariously when he publicly tried to acknowledge his former rival’s efforts and aid. The American boxer had called ‘Tank’ his “brother,” only to backtrack on his words when cornered by a fan.
Garcia, 25, has been accused of using a banned substance, ostarine, for his fight against Devin Haney on April 20. While he pulled off an upset, the festivities soon took a hit as ‘The Dream’ and Eddie Hearn launched an attack as they rallied behind positive PED tests. Moreover, ‘KingRy’ has been on the receiving end of flak from the fans. But Davis, 29, has had his back. “He didn’t cheat..,” the WBA lightweight champion had announced on his X handle.
Similarly, Davis had told ES News, “Stay up kid. Continue to be you. We’ll see each other in the future. I don’t believe he’s a cheater.” Having a rival vouch for him has mellowed down the criticism against Garcia. Therefore, to express his gratitude, the 25-1 record holder wrote on his X handle, “Shoutout Gervonta Davis Bro really my brother NO F*CKING CAP.”
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But a boxing fan responded to Garcia in the comments and declared, “Gervonta Davis is the face of boxing.” Puzzled by such a response, he comically replied, “Ight chill fam.”
Ight chill fam
— RYAN GARCIA (@RyanGarcia) May 24, 2024
The Victorville native would appreciate any support he could muster at this moment, as his B-sample results have also returned positive for ostarine. So, he is on thin ground, and he might have to face a ban and a cancellation of his boxing license if the New York Athletic Commission takes a strict liability approach. Amir Khan in the past had faced the brunt of a two-year ban when he tested positive for ostarine. Meanwhile, Hearn is campaigning for the loss to be removed from Haney’s record column.
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Eddie Hearn presses for a DQ win against Ryan Garcia
Garcia’s positive B-sample has turned the narrative against him and the British promoter is trying to get the fight result converted into a no-contest to save Haney from the embarrassment of losing his perfect record. In addition, they wouldn’t mind a ruling for a DQ win in their favor. Hearn told Boxing News, “When he [Ryan Garcia] boxed Devin Haney, he had performance-enhancing drugs in his system.”

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DALLAS, TEXAS – JANUARY 02: Ryan Garcia celebrates with Oscar de la Hoya after his victory against Luke Campbell for WBC Interim Lightweight Championship at American Airlines Center on January 02, 2021 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Tom Hogan/Golden Boy Promotions via Getty Images)
The Matchroom Boxing head honcho continued, “Therefore, the fight should have never taken place… More importantly, the contest shouldn’t be acknowledged. 100% no-contest. It was in his system. But the disqualification, you just don’t know.” It remains to be seen how the NYAC rules the matter when it comes to hearing it.
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What do you make of this amusing exchange between Ryan Garcia and a fan? Do you believe he will secure a favorable ruling by the NYAC? Let us know in the comments below.
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