Devin Haney Doubles Down on Accusations, Brands Ryan Garcia an “Alcoholic” in Fiery Pre-Fight Rant!
In a dramatic start to the press tour, tensions flared between Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia as accusations of intoxication ignited a fiery exchange. Haney, the defending WBC 140-pound titleholder, accused Garcia of being under the influence during the New York leg of the press conference, sparking a heated confrontation between the two fighters.
Amidst the chaos, Garcia vehemently denied the allegations, leading to a verbal altercation characterized by escalating threats and defiance. Despite attempts to defuse the situation, the animosity between the two fighters reached a boiling point, with Garcia storming off in frustration.
While initial reports failed to capture the full extent of their exchange, a video posted by FightHype later revealed snippets of their heated confrontation. Despite the lack of concrete evidence to support Haney’s claims, the intensity of their verbal sparring set the stage for an electrifying showdown.
As the press tour progresses, the stakes continue to rise, with both fighters refusing to back down. With their highly anticipated bout set for April 20 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, the rivalry between Haney and Garcia promises to deliver a spectacle for the ages.
In the aftermath of the press conference, Haney reiterated his accusations against Garcia, branding him an “alcoholic” and expressing doubts about his readiness for the upcoming fight. Despite being labeled an underdog by oddsmakers, Garcia remained confident in his abilities, vowing to prove his critics wrong come fight night.
“Ryan was at the mother__king press conference drunk as a skunk. Hopefully he gets it together before April 20th and I’m gonna have him punch drunk on that day,” said Haney
As tensions mount and emotions run high, the stage is set for a clash of titans between Haney and Garcia, with boxing fans eagerly anticipating the moment when these two warriors finally meet in the ring.
“You’re drunk! You’re an alcoholic!”
Devin Haney said he smelled liquor on Ryan Garcia’s breath 😬
(via @fighthype) pic.twitter.com/nlw6uOxdCS
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) February 27, 2024
“He knows he don’t have the skills, he don’t have the IQ, he don’t have the heart. We’ve seen him quit. We’ve seen you take a knee and on April 20 it won’t be no different. When it gets hot, you quit,” said Haney.
In the aftermath of a fiery press conference, Devin Haney continues to accuse Ryan Garcia of being intoxicated, fueling tensions ahead of their bout. Haney labels Garcia an “alcoholic,” while Garcia remains undeterred, expressing confidence in his skills despite being labeled an underdog. With emotions running high, boxing fans anticipate an epic showdown between the two fighters.