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April 22, 2023, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA: Gervonta ÃâËœTankÃââ Davis stands over his opponent Ryan Garcia while referee Thomas Taylor counts him out making Davis the winner by seventh round knockout. Las Vegas USA – ZUMAd151 20230422_znp_d151_039 Copyright: xAdamxDelGiudicex
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April 22, 2023, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA: Gervonta ÃâËœTankÃââ Davis stands over his opponent Ryan Garcia while referee Thomas Taylor counts him out making Davis the winner by seventh round knockout. Las Vegas USA – ZUMAd151 20230422_znp_d151_039 Copyright: xAdamxDelGiudicex
Recently surfaced footage from the Ryan Garcia vs Gervonta Davis fight has revealed a crucial moment in the lead-up to the seventh-round knockout. The two boxing stars recently squared in the ring after years of back and forth. Davis would eventually emerge the victor in this bout. However, new footage reveals that Garcia’s trainer Joe Goossen warned him to be wary of ‘Tank’ and exercise caution.
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Minutes before the fateful seventh round, Goossen was captured on camera cautioning Garcia to be careful. The trainer’s words indicate a recognition of the danger posed by Davis’ signature straight left hand and body shots. This particular moment in the corner offers a glimpse into the intensity and high stakes of the fight.
Ryan Garcia’s trainer warns him about Gervonta Davis’ straight left hand
In the recent All Access video by Showtime fans got to see a glimpse into the fighter’s corners in between rounds. In the video, Goossen tells Garcia that Davis is trying to set up a straight left after he lands some body shots. “Be careful he’s trying to set you up for that straight left hand up after a couple of few body shots,” he said.
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As fate would have it, ‘Tank’ in the seventh round, would land a body shot that ended the fight. The interaction between a fighter and their trainer is a vital aspect of a boxer’s success. Trainers provide guidance, support, and strategic advice to fighters to help them adjust according to the situation. Although Garcia was not able to act on the advice, it does highlight the importance of having a good coach in your corner.
Who is coach Joe Goossen and how long has he been with Ryan Garcia?
Goossen comes from a family of boxers. His brother, Dan, was a prominent promoter and agent for boxing stars like Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. However, his own success as a trainer came when he guided brothers Gabriel Ruelas and Rafael Ruelas to become world champions. Moreover, his achievements in the sport earned him a spot in the Boxing Hall of Fame in 2005.
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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – NOVEMER 02: Ryan Garcia poses after defeating Romero Duno in a lightweight fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 2, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Garcia won with a first-round TKO. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images)
Last year, Garcia decided to part ways with renowned trainer Eddy Reynoso, who is currently the trainer of Canelo Alvarez. Operating from the Ten Goose Boxing Gym located in Van Nuys, California, the trainer has established himself as a revered figure in the boxing world. With his wealth of experience and expertise, he has been instrumental in Garcia’s recent success. Although he has lost to Davis while under Goossen, he will be looking to make the necessary adjustments to take the 24-year-old star’s career to the next level.
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