Ryan Garcia Faces Hefty Fine in Pre-Fight Weight Miss
Weigh-In Woes
In the lead-up to what’s shaping up as a blockbuster showdown in Brooklyn, Ryan Garcia has found himself in troubled waters. Unable to meet the 140 lbs weight limit for his clash against super lightweight champion Devin Haney, Garcia tipped the scales at a startling 143.2 lbs. This miscalculation not only disqualifies him from vying for the WBC title this weekend but also lightens his wallet significantly.
A Pricey Penalty
Under an agreement made before the fight, Garcia’s weight oversight comes with a hefty price tag—a 1.5 million dollar fine, translating to a staggering 15 million SEK, paid directly to Haney. This development adds a sour note to Garcia’s preparation, overshadowed by concerns regarding his recent behavior, alleged substance misuse, and mental health struggles.
Fight Night Ahead
Despite the setback, both camps are engaged in discussions to find a mutually agreeable path forward, ensuring the bout proceeds as planned. The weight mishap means Garcia can no longer contest for the title, a costly consequence of this week’s events.
A Pact Honored
The penalty’s severity was foreshadowed in a pre-fight agreement, with Garcia facing a $500,000 fine for every pound over the limit. Following the weigh-in, Haney revealed on social media that Garcia had indeed compensated him as agreed. The impact of Garcia’s weight management on his performance remains a critical question mark hanging over this highly anticipated encounter.
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Ryan honored the 500k per pound..
— Devin Haney (@Realdevinhaney) April 19, 2024
“Garcia’s weight oversight comes with a hefty price tag—a 1.5 million dollar fine, translating to a staggering 15 million SEK, paid directly to Haney.”
“The penalty’s severity was foreshadowed in a pre-fight agreement, with Garcia facing a $500,000 fine for every pound over the limit.”
