Updated May 8th, 2024 at 13:50 IST

Boxer Ryan Garcia DEMANDS 2nd sample to be tested after initial sample was ruled positive for PED

After the fist test was reportedly found positive, Boxer Ryan Garcia is demanding a second sample test to prove himself that he did not use any banned substance

Reported by: Pavitra Shome
Ryan Garcia | Image:AP
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The Boxing fandom has erupted ever since it was found out that Ryan Garcia was reportedly tested positive for a performance-enhancing supplement. The revelation was made after his match with Devin Haney, which he won. But him testing positive for PED and being over the right limit cost him the title bout. Garcia attracted a lot of criticism, and even MMA great Conor McGregor could not keep his calm over the situation. However, Garcia has been vocal about the denial, as he has been constantly declining all the allegations coming up against him. He is also ready to present another sample to prove his innocence.

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Ryan Garcia wants a second sample to be tested after the first one reportedly tests positive 

As per reports from ESPN, Ryan Garcia is ready to provide the B-sample and is requesting to be analyzed. His initial sample reportedly tested positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance Ostarine which was taken the day before and on the day of the fight. The results of the test weren't available until after the fight, which attracted a lot of critiques as several people claimed that his fight against Devin Haney wasn't a clean bout. Garcia had denied the use of any performance-enhancing substance and has been vocal over the criticism. He also posted a video stating his side and denied breaking the rules.

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In New York, Ryan Garcia prevailed over Devin Haney via majority decision. Garcia handed the WBC super lightweight champion his first defeat by putting him out three times. He was over the weight limit, though, thus the title was not at stake. Garcia prevailed in the battle but did not receive the title.

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Even though nothing has been made official by the World Anti-Doping Agency, Garcia's win over Haney could be overturned if the drug test comes out positive. Even though he doesn't have much to lose, the boxer's reputation will be on the line as he has vehemently denied the use of any drug. 

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Published May 8th, 2024 at 13:50 IST