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April 20, 2023, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA: Ryan Garcia addresses the media at the final press conference, PK, Pressekonferenz for his fight with Gervonta Ãââ TankÃââ Davis this Saturday from the T Mobile Arena on Showtime Pay Per View. Las Vegas USA – ZUMAd151 20230420_znp_d151_009 Copyright: xAdamxDelGiudicex

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April 20, 2023, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA: Ryan Garcia addresses the media at the final press conference, PK, Pressekonferenz for his fight with Gervonta Ãââ TankÃââ Davis this Saturday from the T Mobile Arena on Showtime Pay Per View. Las Vegas USA – ZUMAd151 20230420_znp_d151_009 Copyright: xAdamxDelGiudicex
In the dimly lit streets of Las Vegas, while most of the city slept, a curious scene unfolded. Ryan Garcia, a beacon of boxing’s new generation, was spotted. His companion? None other than Floyd Mayweather, a legend in his own right. Their activity? An impromptu 3 AM running session.
The sight of these two figures, shadow-boxing under the neon glow, was intriguing, to say the least. This unusual meetup has sparked whispers across the boxing community. Speculations are rife about what this could mean for Garcia’s career. Amidst this backdrop, Oscar De La Hoya, who has had his share of beef with Ryan, has something to say. But what exactly?
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Be aware Ryan!
Ryan Garcia finds himself at a pivotal crossroads in his career. Once the pride of Golden Boy Promotions, helmed by Oscar De La Hoya, Garcia’s journey has been marred by conflict and controversy. His first professional defeat and ongoing legal tussles with De La Hoya have cast a shadow over his once-bright association with Golden Boy.
Oscar De La Hoya’s thoughts on Floyd Mayweather and Ryan Garcia hanging out in Vegas recently
Oscar De La Hoya: “I’m not sure if Floyd is an active promoter or not, but you know there’s a lot of poaching going on in boxing. Just be careful. If the right things are said then good… pic.twitter.com/Eig5aENEgm
— Danny (@dantheboxingman) January 5, 2024
In the midst of this turmoil, Garcia’s late-night training session with Floyd Mayweather adds another layer of complexity. Oscar De La Hoya, observing these developments, expressed his concerns candidly. “The fact that Ryan and Floyd were running at 3 am in the morning. Get all that information as you can, you know,” he remarked, highlighting the unusual nature of the meeting.
De La Hoya then issued a warning, tinged with the wisdom of experience: “I’m not sure if Floyd is an active promoter or not, but you know there’s a lot of poaching going on in boxing. Just be careful.” His words, “If the right things are said then good for them, but if the wrong things are being said, we’ll find out,” imply a cautious stance towards the budding relationship between Garcia and Mayweather.
This statement from De La Hoya is significant. As Garcia navigates these choppy waters, the advice from De La Hoya, a figure who has been both a mentor and a contentious promoter to him, carries weight. Whether Garcia heeds these words or charts, a new path under Mayweather’s wing remains to be seen.
So, what does Ryan have to say about Floyd mentoring him?
Ryan Garcia on Floyd’s mentorship
In a heartfelt revelation on social media, Ryan Garcia opened up about his relationship with Floyd Mayweather following their unexpected Las Vegas meetup. Addressing the swirling rumors, Garcia tweeted, “Floyd is mentoring me, And I love and respect him, he is so authentic so stop judging him.” His words underscore the depth of their bond, moving beyond mere speculation.
Floyd is mentoring me, And I love and respect him, he is so authentic so stop judging him. Judging a book by its cover will stop you from reading but Derrick James is my coach, and I love him to.
— RYAN GARCIA (@RyanGarcia) January 5, 2024
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Yet, Garcia was quick to clarify the dynamics of his coaching team, adding, “Judging a book by its cover will stop you from reading but Derrick James is my coach, and I love him too.” This statement paints a clear picture of Garcia’s professional circle, highlighting Mayweather’s influential role as a mentor while reaffirming his commitment to his coach, Derrick James.
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How will these diverse influences mold Garcia’s path to greatness? What do you think the future holds for this promising young boxer?
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