Conor McGregor Demands 'Lifetime Ban' for Ryan Garcia Amidst Failed Drug Test Controversy
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In a shocking turn of events, popular MMA fighter Conor McGregor has called for a lifetime ban on professional boxer Ryan Garcia, following reports of Garcia's alleged failed drug tests. McGregor, who had publicly shown support for Garcia after his defeat to Gervonta 'Tank' Davis, expressed his dismay and disgust over the situation.
According to sources, Garcia reportedly tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug called Ostarine ahead of a recent fight, overshadowing his unexpected victory over Devin Haney on April 20. McGregor, in a now-deleted tweet, accused Garcia of cheating in terms of weight and using illegal substances, urging authorities to impose a lifetime boxing ban.
McGregor's response appears to be fueled by a personal connection to Garcia, as he had been seen in the young boxer's locker room following his TKO loss to Gervonta "Tank" Davis. McGregor was captured giving words of encouragement to Garcia at the time, making his strong reaction all the more surprising.
Compounding matters, McGregor drew a parallel between Garcia's situation and that of UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley, who had received two six-month suspensions from the United States Anti-Doping Agency for testing positive for Ostarine in 2018 and 2019. USADA eventually determined that O'Malley's test results were consistent with the consumption of a contaminated supplement.
Seizing the opportunity, McGregor challenged both Garcia and O'Malley to sparring matches, seemingly eager to settle the matter in the ring. Ironically, O'Malley and Garcia had expressed interest in a potential crossover fight between them.
In his social media outburst, McGregor expressed disappointment in the presence of Ostarine in both fighters' cases. He reiterated his dissatisfaction with their alleged actions, offering to arrange flights for them to engage in full-contact sparring sessions.
It remains to be seen how authorities, boxing officials, and the fighters themselves will respond to McGregor's call for a lifetime ban on Garcia. Drug testing organizations will likely investigate the alleged failed drug tests, taking into account any mitigating factors before determining potential penalties for Garcia.
As the controversy deepens, the boxing community awaits further developments and reactions from the concerned parties. The repercussions of this incident could have far-reaching consequences for the careers of both Ryan Garcia and Conor McGregor himself.