Ryan Garcia’s Frustration with Oscar De La Hoya
Ryan Garcia has expressed his frustration with Oscar De La Hoya, Chairman of Golden Boy Promotions, in a very public way, marking yet another chapter in their strained relationship. This latest conflict erupted on social media after De La Hoya commented on Garcia’s revelation about living with bipolar disorder, which Garcia had shared in confidence via a private message.
Public Dispute on Social Media
In a recent post, De La Hoya stated, “Unfortunately, Ryan Garcia is having another episode. Ten days ago, he was discussing his spiritual journey, and now he sends me this tirade while watching other Golden Boy fighters succeed. Bipolar disorder is serious, and I genuinely hope he receives the help he requires.”
Their history of disagreements is not new; Garcia has previously attempted to distance himself from Golden Boy Promotions in both 2019 and 2023, publicly expressing contempt towards De La Hoya in 2024. The current fallout seems particularly severe, potentially leading to legal ramifications, as Garcia remains bound by his contract with the promotion.
Garcia’s Response
Responding aggressively to De La Hoya’s remarks, Garcia vehemently shot back,
“First of all, f*** you. You can suck a d*** and I know you already do. So f*** you. You can kiss my a**.”
He further teased that he was looking forward to confronting De La Hoya, reminiscent of his prior matchups against other fighters, hinting at his ongoing disdain.
Mental Health Acknowledgment
In a candid moment prior to this exchange, Garcia acknowledged his mental health struggles, explaining that excessive drinking impacted his performance during the Devin Haney fight. He remarked,
“Boxing isn’t for the weak; I have faced alcohol dependency and bipolar disorder. I am ready to return stronger, with God’s support.”
Injury and Future Plans
Following a disappointing fight against Rolly Romero on May 2, Garcia underwent hand surgery, which may sideline him until late 2025. He clarified,
“I don’t use my surgery as an excuse for what happened in the fight. I’m just grateful that the operation went well.”
He expressed gratitude to his supporters, saying,
“I appreciate all the love and community support throughout my career. Love you all.”
Continued Feud
Garcia’s social media continued to fuel the feud, posting a widely circulated image of De La Hoya in a controversial outfit from a time when the promoter himself struggled with substance issues. Garcia concluded with a definitive statement:
“F*** Golden Boy Promotions!”
