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Boxing superstar Ryan Garcia has been banned by boxing’s most prestigious boxing organization.
On Thursday afternoon, Garcia posted several tweets using the N-word and then jumped on a Twitter space to mock George Floyd.
Ryan Garcia: ‘I hate n*ggers, I’m anti-black, I’m the KKK. Hey, let’s go bring George Floyd back to life and go kill that n*gger again’…
I can’t believe this is who ppl were dying on a hill for? 🙃 pic.twitter.com/cT5P7TKP0L
— The 505 🥊 (@the505way) July 4, 2024
Garcia received immediate backlash over his comments from the boxing world.
Things have gotten so bad for Garcia that even the president of the WBC, Mauricio Sulaiman, released a statement banning him from the WBC until he gets some help.
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“Exercising my authority as president of the WBC , I am hereby expelling Ryan Garcia from any activity with our organization. We reject any form of discrimination. I fear for Ryan well being as he has declined multiple attempts for our help with mental health and substance abuse”
Just a few days ago, Garcia’s dad spoke with Fight Hub TV and pleaded with him to get therapy for his out-of-control drinking.
“I haven’t spoken to Ryan in a long time. What I’m seeing is that I would love for him to get some type of therapy when it comes to his drinking. He says he can control it, I hope he can, but if he doesn’t, that’s what I’m talking about, so he can get that therapy so he can stop.”
Update: Garcia’s parents posted a statement via Instagram.
“Our son has recently made statements that do not align with his, or our family’s, true character or beliefs. Our family unequivocally does not support any statements he has made regarding race or religion — these do not reflect who Ryan truly is and how he was raised. Those who know Ryan can attest to this fact. Ryan has been open about his ongoing struggle with mental health over the years and as a family we are committed to ensuring and encouraging that he receives the necessary help to navigate this very challenging time and address both his immediate and long-term well-being. We appreciate the continued support, prayers and compassion.”