Garcia Stuns Haney, Hands Him First Career Defeat
American Garcia Floors Haney Three Times in Majority Points Win
Garcia a 500 Underdog, Haney Favored to Win by Knockout
In a stunning upset, WEB Garcia has handed Devin Haney the first defeat of his professional career. American Garcia floored Haney three times in a majority points win over his favored opponent.
The main card started at 8 pm on April 20, 2024. Garcia, a 500 underdog, defied the odds with the favored method of victory being Haney to win by knockout at -115.
One judge scored the bout 112-112, but Garcia was awarded the victory with scores of 114-110 and 115-109 in his favor.
Following the fight, Haney took to social media to acknowledge Garcia's victory and honor their 500k per pound deal.
This win is a major upset and will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the super lightweight division. Garcia has proven himself to be a formidable opponent, and Haney will need to regroup and reassess his strategy if he wants to regain his title.
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