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SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – APRIL 08: Ryan Garcia walks onto the stage during his weigh in at the Alamodome on April 08, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

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SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – APRIL 08: Ryan Garcia walks onto the stage during his weigh in at the Alamodome on April 08, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
In an unexpected turn of events within the boxing ring, the boxing sensation Ryan Garcia has stirred up a storm by reportedly banning legendary figures Oscar De La Hoya and Bernard Hopkins from his locker room. The bout was strife in controversy. Despite his 8th-round TKO comeback win against Oscar Duarte, all anyone can talk about is the weird tension between Garcia, de La Hoya, and Hopkins.
Meanwhile, Oscar De La Hoya’s recent move has sent shockwaves through the boxing community, leaving many bewildered about the rift between the young pugilist and the boxing legend. Perhaps desperate to bury the hatchet or to keep up appearances, Oscar De La Hoya embraced Garcia after his decisive win, raising speculation among fans.
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Fans notice the weird tension between Garcia and Oscar De La Hoya
The tensions are undoubtedly high. Garcia’s lawyer is pulling all the stops to counsel the bereaved Garcia. Meanwhile, De La Hoya and Bernard are doing damage control. Once doubtful of his own contender’s success, The Golden Boy himself stepped forward and hugged the unsuspecting Garcia post the fight. Fans’ comments indicate a strategic touch to Hoya’s actions.
One fan stated that De La Hoya wouldn’t have hugged Ryan Garcia if he lost.
he wouldn't of done that if Ryan lost 😂
— Rod 🎣 (@notrodtsu) December 3, 2023
Influencer-turned-boxer Deen The Great, dismissed the entire scenario as “Fake,” questioning the authenticity of the brewing conflict.
Fake
— DeenTheGreat (@DeenTheGreat) December 3, 2023
Meanwhile, speculations about De La Hoya’s sentiments surface with a comment stating, “Oscar was hoping Duarte won,” reflecting the intrigue surrounding the relationships between De La Hoy and Garcia.
Oscar was hoping Duarte won
— Hamed (@HamedBoxing) December 3, 2023
A closer look at the captured moment reveals diverse perspectives, with one comment observing that Ryan looks like he’s trying to get away from Oscar.
Ryan looks like he's trying to get away from Oscar 😄
— WG (@NvictusManeo) December 3, 2023
On a more optimistic note, a fan expresses hope, stating, “I’m sure Oscar wants to see Ryan do well. Hopefully, they can bury the hatchet.”
I’m sure Oscar wants to see Ryan do well. Hopefully they can bury the hatchet.
— Old School Boxing (@FrankieLemons84) December 3, 2023
As the boxing world watches this unfolding drama, one thing remains certain – Ryan Garcia’s ban has injected a dose of unpredictability into the narrative, leaving fans and pundits alike eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this riveting saga.
Ryan Garcia’s heated confrontation with Oscar De La Hoya
Starting from a press conference aimed at promoting his 140-pound match against Oscar Duarte, Garcia used the opportunity to slam the event’s promoters, including Bernard Hopkins of Golden Boy (co-founder). The catalyst for Garcia’s discontent was Hopkins’ recent statement, implying that he would evaluate Garcia’s performance against Duarte before deciding the future trajectory of the young boxer’s career. This public confrontation served as the powder keg that ignited the ban, creating an undeniable tension between Garcia and the two boxing legends.
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Amidst the ongoing dispute, fans commented on a moment captured where Oscar De La Hoya congratulated and embraced Ryan Garcia after his knockout victory over Oscar Duarte, raising awkward tensions, and speculations across the boxing realm. Will the dispute between Ryan Garcia and Golden Boy Promotion come to an end? Or will this saga culminate in a bitter end to a long-standing professional association?
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