Ryan Garcia Opens Up About Alcohol Consumption During Fight Camp: “It’s All in Your Head”
In a candid revelation that has sent shockwaves through the boxing world, Ryan Garcia has come clean about his alcohol consumption during fight camp. Amid growing concerns about his well-being and fitness leading up to his bout against Devin Haney, Garcia’s startling confession has sparked intense debate and scrutiny.
The 25-year-old fighter addressed the issue head-on during a revealing conversation on the Full Send Podcast, where he shed light on his controversial habit. Despite being deep into his training camp for the Haney fight, Garcia admitted to consuming alcohol, claiming that it has little to no impact on his performance. In a bold assertion, he stated, “I could go out all night, I wake up, I train hard. I’ve knocked out people drinking. Nothing happens bro. It’s all in your head.”
However, Garcia was quick to caution against following his example, particularly for his younger fans who look up to him as a role model. Acknowledging his unique tolerance for alcohol, he emphasized that his behavior may not be suitable for everyone. “Maybe I’m just built different,” Garcia mused, “But I wouldn’t want any other kid looking at me go like, ‘Maybe I should drink during camp’.”
Ryan Garcia explained, “I could go out all night, I wake up, I train hard. I’ve knocked out people drinking. Nothing happens bro. It’s all in your head.”
However, he does not advise the same to those who look upto him. After all, he is a fighter with a relatively younger fan base that idolizes him. “But I don’t want to be advocate either, maybe I’m just built different. Maybe it is just what it is for me. But I wouldn’t want any other kid looking at me go like, ‘Maybe I should drink during camp’.”
Noting that he did not drink until he turned 21, he advised his young fans, “How about you stay sober, and then as you build up, you figure it out. But again, I’m not advocating for kids to be drinking or doing stupid stuff while you try to get to the top.”
The revelation comes amidst a flurry of concerns surrounding Garcia’s mental and physical state, exacerbated by his erratic social media behavior in recent weeks. With allegations of drug use swirling around him, Garcia’s decision to address his alcohol consumption has only added fuel to the fire.
While Garcia maintains that he has never used hard drugs, accusations against him have raised doubts about his readiness for the upcoming fight against Haney. Despite undergoing voluntary drug testing, Garcia’s admission has cast a shadow over his preparation and raised questions about his ability to perform at his best on fight night.
As the boxing world awaits Garcia’s showdown with Haney, the controversy surrounding his alcohol consumption threatens to overshadow the much-anticipated bout. With his reputation on the line, Garcia faces a pivotal moment in his career as he seeks to silence his critics and prove his detractors wrong.
