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Ryan Garcia vs Devin Haney

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Ryan Garcia vs. Devin Haney was a professional super lightweight boxing match held on April 20, 2024, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Garcia missed the weight limit, meaning Haney's WBC title was not at stake for the challenger, though it remained a championship defense for Haney. During the fight, Garcia scored three knockdowns against Haney and was initially awarded a majority decision victory.

The outcome was later officially changed to a no-contest after Garcia failed a performance-enhancing drug test.

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Why didn't Ryan Garcia win the WBC super lightweight title against Devin Haney despite winning the fight?

Although Ryan Garcia won the majority decision, he missed the 140-pound super lightweight weight limit during the weigh-ins. Because he weighed in over the division limit, he was officially ineligible to claim Devin Haney's WBC title.

How many times did Ryan Garcia knock down Devin Haney in their 2024 fight?

Ryan Garcia scored three knockdowns against Devin Haney during the bout, dropping him once in the seventh round, once in the tenth, and once in the eleventh. This dominant performance secured him a majority decision victory from the judges.

What was the aftermath and controversy of the Ryan Garcia vs. Devin Haney fight?

Following the massive fight, Ryan Garcia tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance, which led to significant controversy. The New York State Athletic Commission later suspended Garcia and officially changed the result of the bout to a no-contest.

Where did the Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney boxing match take place?

The highly anticipated 2024 super lightweight clash took place at the Barclays Arena in Brooklyn, New York. The venue hosted thousands of fans to witness the fierce rivalry between the two American boxing stars.

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