FRUSTRATED Ryan Garcia TRAINER Tells Truth On Why He LOSE Against Rolly Romero—‘HE’S BARELY TRAINING!’

In a bombshell revelation following Ryan Garcia’s shocking unanimous decision loss to Rolly Romero on May 2 at Times Square, his trainer and father, Henry Garcia, has broken his silence, exposing the harsh truth behind the defeat with a scathing statement: “HE’S BARELY TRAINING!” The admission has stunned the boxing world, shedding light on Garcia’s lackluster performance and raising serious questions about his commitment to the sport.

Henry Garcia’s Brutal Honesty

Speaking to Ring Magazine on May 5, Henry Garcia, who led his son’s corner for the Romero fight, didn’t mince words about Ryan’s preparation. “I tried to get him focused, but he’s barely training!” Henry exclaimed, his frustration palpable. “He’d show up for an hour, hit the bag a few times, and leave—mentally, he’s been checked out since the suspension. I told him, ‘You can’t win like this,’ but he wouldn’t listen.” The admission comes after Garcia’s flat performance, where he was dropped in the second round by a left hook and struggled to mount any significant offense, ultimately losing with scores of 115-112, 115-112, and 118-109.

Henry’s comments align with reports of a troubled training camp, with Garcia himself admitting to Ring Magazine that “nothing clicked” during preparation, despite not needing to cut as much weight at the welterweight limit of 147 pounds. Sources close to the camp revealed that Garcia’s year-long suspension for testing positive for Ostarine in 2024—following his no-contest against Devin Haney—left him mentally drained, a struggle compounded by personal issues, including an arrest for vandalism in June 2024. Henry’s decision to step in as head trainer, after Eddy Reynoso was unavailable due to Canelo Alvarez’s fight on May 3, now appears to have backfired amidst this lack of discipline.

A Disappointing Night in Times Square

Garcia’s loss to Romero, a +700 underdog, derailed plans for a lucrative rematch with Haney, who won a lackluster decision over Jose Ramirez on the same card. Romero outworked Garcia, landing 54 punches to Garcia’s 65 in a fight that saw just 490 total punches thrown—the third-lowest in CompuBox history for a 12-round bout. Garcia’s hesitancy after the early knockdown, as noted in CBSSports.com play-by-play, saw him “sleepwalking” through rounds, failing to let his hands go despite urgings from his corner. Posts found on X reflect fan disappointment, with many noting Garcia’s lack of sharpness, a sentiment now echoed by Henry’s candid revelation.

Henry also pointed to deeper issues, hinting at Ryan’s mental health struggles, which have been well-documented since his erratic behavior before the Haney fight. “He’s not the same kid anymore—he’s lost that hunger,” Henry added. “I can’t force him to train if his heart’s not in it.” The comments come amidst a turbulent period for Garcia, who recently hinted at retirement and faced expulsion from the WBC in July 2024 for controversial social media remarks.

Boxing World Reacts

The boxing community is abuzz with reactions to Henry’s bombshell. Fans on social media have expressed shock, with some calling for Garcia to take a break, while others, like @BOXINGnBBQ, noted earlier concerns about Garcia’s training habits, highlighting his reliance on raw talent over discipline. Prominent figures like Teddy Atlas, who previously commented on Garcia’s anxiety struggles, told USA TODAY Sports, “If he’s barely training, no wonder he looked lost—talent alone won’t cut it at this level.”

Romero, now the WBA welterweight champion, remained focused on his victory, telling ESPN, “I don’t care what’s going on in his camp—I came to win, and I did.” Meanwhile, Haney, watching from ringside, smirked at the news, with his team reportedly reevaluating the Garcia rematch. Analysts suggest Henry’s revelation could be a turning point, forcing Garcia to confront his lack of preparation or risk further decline.

What’s Next for Garcia?

With Henry’s brutal honesty laying bare the cracks in Garcia’s camp, the 26-year-old faces a crossroads. His recent retirement hint, coupled with this admission of poor training, paints a grim picture for his future in the ring. Will Garcia address his lack of discipline and mental struggles, or will this loss—and Henry’s words—mark the beginning of the end for “KingRy”? The boxing world watches with bated breath as Garcia’s once-promising career hangs in the balance.