New York commission suspends Garcia for a year and rules his win over Haney a no-contest
Ryan Garcia was suspended for a year by the New York State Athletic Commission on Thursday
By Mark Anderson
Published - Jun 20, 2024, 08:15 PM ET
Last Updated - Jun 20, 2024, 08:16 PM EDT
Ryan Garcia was suspended for a year by the New York State Athletic Commission, which also ruled Thursday that his April 20 victory over Devin Haney would be considered a no-contest after he tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
The commission also said Garcia would have to forfeit the $1 million he made on the fight and pay a $10,000 fine.
Garcia would be eligible to fight again in New York state after April 20, 2025, if he passes a drug test, the commission ruled.
“The Commission will continue to hold athletes to the highest professional standards and protect the integrity of all sports under our jurisdiction,” NYSAC said in the statement.