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Ryan Garcia Laughs at a Fan for Losing His Life Savings Betting Against Him

Published 04/23/2024, 2:29 AM EDT

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Ryan Garcia, the boxing world’s showman, shocked everyone by beating Devin Haney. Remember all the wild antics leading up to the fight? Social media meltdowns, odd training methods and him missing weight- did we really think he was taking it seriously? Well, it turns out he was serious about one thing: himself.

Garcia reportedly placed a massive $2 million bet on himself to win and of course won it. But how did a fan react after DOUBLING down on the underdog and losing everything?

Ryan Garcia stuns Haney, But KO’s one fan’s wallet!

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After clinching a surprising victory against Devin Haney, Ryan Garcia was riding high on emotions. In his post-fight interview, he exclaimed, “Come on guys, you really thought I was crazy? You guys lost your own mind,” echoing the disbelief and joy of his unexpected triumph. Meanwhile, on Instagram, his win wasn’t just a topic of celebration but also of financial woe for one unfortunate fan. This fan candidly commented, “I lost my life savings betting against Ryan coz I thought this n*gga wasn’t serious😭.”

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Ryan’s response? True to his flamboyant and unguarded style, he replied, “LMFAO 😭😭 bruh I am sorry for you but da*n that took me out.” This interaction showcased Ryan’s knack for staying genuine, even in moments that might warrant a more measured response.

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Although the fan lost his money betting against Garcia, Ryan made sure to not make the same mistake and he put a bet on himself. But how much did Ryan Garcia’s gamble on him paid?

Ryan’s reward: Reaping the riches from a bold bet

Did Ryan Garcia just change the game by betting on himself? It certainly looks that way. After his stunning victory, Ryan shared on Instagram, “If you bet, BET ON YOURSELF… EATING GOOD… About 50 million (probably more) in one night not too shabby… I will let God guide me on how to use this money Amen…”

He had boldly placed a $2 million bet on his own victory, a move that evidently paid off as he raked in an astounding $50 million for the night. Even his promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, hinted at the huge earnings, stating Ryan was poised to earn around $30 million with potential to double that amount. This wasn’t just a win in the ring, but a jackpot moment that had everyone talking.

Not only did ‘The Flash’ win the fight, but he also secured a financial windfall that most can only dream of. Could Ryan’s success inspire more athletes to take similar risks? What do you think—would you ever bet big on yourself like ‘KingRy’ did? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments down below!

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Mrinal Mishra

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Mrinal Mishra is a senior writer for Boxing at EssentiallySports. With over 1300+ articles to his name, Mrinal’s articles often find congratulatory mentions from boxing greats like Mia St. John.
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