SEATTLE - Mexican-American boxer Ryan García has never been shy of being the center of attention.
The 25-year-old boxer out of California has been on the hot seat for controversial reasons ever since defeating Devin Haney on April 20. According to Sports Medicine Research and Testing Laboratory reports, two supplements listed on doping control forms submitted by the fighter before his win over Haney showed the presence of the banned substance ostarine.
Paul Greene, the founding partner of Global Sports Advocates, is representing García alongside three other attorneys and he remains positive that the presence of ostarine will lead to a reduced suspension from the New York State Athletic Commission, arguing that it was consumed with an "innocent mindset."
Ostarine has been on the World Anti-Doping Agency's list of banned substances since 2008 and in 2022 it was categorized as an anabolic agent. It is used to build muscle mass and enhance the rate of fat loss, as well as to increase stamina and recovery ability.
Greene believes a ban of four months or less would be the most appropriate suspension and he remains hopeful that all sides can come to an agreement on the boxer's punishment. García's team also released a statement saying that a press conference will be held next week to answer any questions and offer more insight on the matter.
But despite all trouble around his name, it hasn't stopped García from bringing more attention to himself.
After Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up his hush money payments to porn star Stormy Daniels, García used his social media account on X to send a message to the former president showing his unconditional support.
"Trump will still win. He's the only president I heard mention Jesus," García said on a X post. In a different publication, he added "Donald T, If you are reading this, We are with you. Stay strong."
It's not the first time that García goes public to show his support of the former president. A month ago, García met with Trump a few days after defeating Haney and posted a video of him with the Republican candidate with a message that read "Trump is cool."
A report from Semafor showed that Trump has heavily relied on celebrity endorsements for his third presidential campaign, particularly seeking support from fighters and rappers. Mixed martial artists Michael Chandler and Tito Ortiz have also endorsed Trump in the past.
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