“It’s Like a Toxic Relationship”: Amid Intense Feud With Promoters, Ryan Garcia Explains His Relationship With Golden Boy Promotion

Ryan Garcia is a name that pops up in everyone’s mind when asked about the best fighters right now. It’s no surprise as he comes with godly speed, flawless footwork, and techniques that stun every opponent. ‘KingRy’ is the very essence of what boxing feuds are like, be it online or offline.

Ryan Garcia Vs. Oscar Duarte is all set to happen on December 2, at Toyota Centre in Houston, Texas. As the big day draws nearer, tensions are escalating for both sides. It is not just the beef between the two boxers which is riling up the fans. Michael Benson took to X to tell the fans about the ongoing feud between Garcia and his promotions, Golden Boy.

Ryan Garcia on his relationship with Golden Boy Promotions

Garcia described his relationship with Golden Boy Promotions as a toxic one. Garcia also alleged in a demand letter in June that his contract with Golden Boy promotion was breached. The allegations laid out in that letter prompted a response from Golden Boy in the form of a lawsuit filed against Garcia. Garcia has now thrown light on the complicated relationship he shares with the management. “It’s like a toxic relationship, they just wanna keep me there. It’s because I’m that hot. It’s like, ‘I don’t wanna let her go, she’s so hot.’ That’s how it is.” said Garcia to DAZN Boxing.

He believes De La Hoya finds it difficult to let him go since he is a big name currently and losing him would also put a dent in the finances and the standing of Golden Boy. Interestingly, Golden Boy handles Duarte’s promotions as well but it’s clear that Garcia is the one who prevails more among the crowd.

KingRy accuses Golden Boy Promotions of siding with his opponent

At the Thursday news conference, the junior welterweight contender stirred the boxing world by accusing his promoters – Hall of Fame fighters Oscar De La Hoya and Bernard Hopkins of something unimaginable. He believes they are supporting his opponent, Duarte, in their upcoming bout in Houston. Despite both fighters being under the Golden Boy banner, Garcia felt a sense of skepticism about the support he was receiving.

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Post his recent defeat to Gervonta Davis in April, Garcia is frustrated. The reason mostly is Hopkins’ comments which imply that he might decide Garcia’s future in boxing. “One thing that’s been on my heart is the statements that Bernard made where he’ll decide if I’m going to finish or if I should continue boxing after this fight,” said Garcia. Firmly asserting his autonomy, Garcia declared that his coach and team, not Hopkins, held the authority to determine his boxing journey.

As the stage is ready for this intriguing showdown, Garcia remains determined to prove his prowess in the ring. So, will Garcia have his redemption and prove his promoters wrong? What are your views on the topic?

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