Athletistic / Boxing. American boxer Ryan Garcia has been disqualified for violating anti-doping rules. The former WBC lightweight boxing champion was suspended for one year for his violation.
According to ESPN, Garcia is now required to return the $1.2 million he earned for the fight with Devin Haney, and will also pay a $10,000 fine. Garcia’s fight with Haney, where Ryan won by split decision, is now ruled a no. competition.
Earlier it became known that ostarine, which is on the list of prohibited substances of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), was found in the blood of Ryan Garcia. The disqualification will end on April 20, 2025. Note that the day before, June 20, Garcia announced that he was retiring from his career.
At the age of 25, Ryan Garcia fought 26 fights in the professional ring and won 25 victories (20 by knockout). One of his fights (with Haney) was declared invalid.
Source: Sport
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