Devin Haney seemingly hints at Ryan Garcia being handed two-year ban for positive drug tests
Devin Haney recently suggested that Ryan Garcia might receive a two-year suspension for testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). Garcia's upset victory over Haney in April was overshadowed by controversy following his positive tests for banned substances Ostarine and Nandrolone around the time of their fight.
According to a recent report by combat sports journalist Lance Pugmire, the New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC) is scheduled to convene later this week to determine the sanction for 'KingRy'. Many speculate that the commission may impose a three-to-six-month suspension, a substantial fine, and possibly overturn his victory against 'The Dream'.
However, Haney appears to have an insider scoop regarding the NYSAC's decision on Garcia's drug test. The reigning WBC super lightweight champion recently turned to X and hinted that his rival could face a potential ban of at least two years from the commission:
"Ima take some time... spend some of my money... travel the world & I’ll be back in two years after Ryan's suspension & we can fight again."
Check out Devin Haney's post below:
'The Dream' had previously submitted a formal letter through his attorney to the NYSAC, requesting them to overturn his loss to a disqualification or no contest due to Garcia's positive doping test.
Meanwhile, Garcia's team strongly asserts that the presence of Ostarine in their client's system resulted from contamination in supplements. They underscored that 'KingRy' has never knowingly used any banned substances and has consistently upheld his dedication to fair competition.
Why Ryan Garcia wasn't awarded the WBC super lightweight title following his victory over Devin Haney?
Ryan Garcia achieved a commanding win over Devin Haney, delivering three knockdowns and securing a unanimous decision in a notable upset. This defeat marked the first setback in Haney's previously flawless professional career.
The bout was scheduled for Haney's WBC super lightweight title, but 'KingRy' exceeded the 140-pound weight limit by 3.2 pounds, rendering him ineligible to compete for the belt. Prior to the fight, both fighters agreed to a penalty of $500,000 per pound for any weight that exceeded the limit.
'The Dream' confirmed that his opponent honored the agreement, disclosing that Garcia paid him $1.5 million for surpassing the weight limit. However, 'KingRy' has urged Haney to refund the penalty money if the NYSAC overturns his victory.