Danny Garcia’s Transition to PBC
Danny Garcia has shed light on an unexpected transition from Golden Boy Promotions to Premier Boxing Champions (PBC), stating that he wasn’t even aware he was departing Golden Boy at the time of signing with PBC. This revelation comes as Golden Boy, founded by boxing icon Oscar De La Hoya, experienced significant losses when a split occurred with advisor Al Haymon in 2015. This separation led to the exodus of prominent fighters, including heavyweight star Deontay Wilder and twins Jermall and Jermell Charlo, alongside Garcia himself. De La Hoya had to navigate the aftermath of this upheaval with limited talent remaining, although he was fortunate to retain superstar Canelo Alvarez.
Reflections on Golden Boy
Reflecting on his beginnings with Golden Boy, Garcia shared insights during an interview with Ring Champs with AK and Barak, explaining,
“Eric Gomez is the one who got me with Golden Boy… they scouted me at the trials.”
He pointed out that De La Hoya became more aware of him only after he began defeating notable opponents, indicating that his rise was somewhat detached from De La Hoya’s direct involvement.
When asked if De La Hoya’s greater engagement might have retained his fighters, Garcia responded,
“If Oscar was more involved back then, I think none of his fighters would have left him.”
He believed that De La Hoya’s current active participation in the boxing scene contributes positively to the fighters’ experiences.
Departure from Golden Boy
On the matter of his departure from Golden Boy, Garcia remarked,
“I didn’t even know I was leaving Golden Boy.”
This statement highlights the unanticipated nature of his career shift to PBC. He addressed rumors regarding tension stemming from his move, clarifying,
“I just thought we were doing that big thing; we didn’t know who the promoters were going to be,”
emphasizing that PBC, unlike traditional promoters, operates more as a promotional entity.
Loyalty to Al Haymon
Garcia, who is scheduled for one last match on October 18 at Barclays Center, expressed unwavering loyalty to his mentor, Al Haymon, asserting that their relationship remained paramount throughout his career.
“My loyalty is with him,”
he stated, explaining how their discussions about significant fights were vital to his success. He noted that he had limited contact with De La Hoya during his career, reinforcing his connection with Haymon as the cornerstone of his boxing journey.
Insights from Phil Jay
Phil Jay, a seasoned boxing journalist and Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News, has over 15 years of experience covering the global boxing scene, offering insights into the complex relationships between fighters and promotions in the sport.
