RYAN GARCIA VS. JAVIER FORTUNA PRESS CONFERENCE, WEIGH-IN, BETTING ODDS & HOW TO WATCH!

Los, Angeles, CA (July 15th, 2022)– Ryan Garcia returns for his second fight of 2022 with a step up in competition. One of boxing’s biggest stars returns to the ring as Ryan Garcia (22-0, 18KOs) takes on former two-time World Champion, Javier Fortuna (37-3-1, 26KOs) from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

After a 15-month layoff due to a broken wrist and mental health issues, Garcia returned in April when he dropped and defeated Emmanuel Tagoe by unanimous decision. Garcia and Fortuna were supposed to fight in July 2021, but the former pulled out due to his mental health.

Fortuna, a former two-division world champion, stayed on the show and lost a back-and-forth contest to Jo Jo Diaz by unanimous decision. The 32-year-old bounced back with a first-round knockout over Rafael Hernandez in February. A win against Fortuna would put Garcia in a position to reignite talks to make a bout with fellow lightweight star Gervonta Davis.

“I’m determined to do something amazing, entertain the fans and give them a show. He wants to knock me out too so we’re going to come in and throw our punches and give the fans a great show.”

“Now I’m focused and locked in. I’m ready to do my job. I’m done talking. I just bring my good energy and speak the truth.”

“Many respectable athletes like that and want to come see me fight. People respect you when you’re good at what you do.”

“[Fortuna gives Garcia his Chicago Bulls hat as a gift after Ryan says he likes the Chicago Bulls] We know what we do. I’m coming to F*ck him up too. I don’t care if he gave me a hat or not.”

“Obviously there have been a couple of times in my career where I left it up to the judges and it wasn’t a good thing. It’s either he kills me or I kill him.[Fortuna gives Garcia his Chicago Bulls hat as a gift after Ryan says he likes the Chicago Bulls] Me giving you this hat, doesn’t guarantee I won’t break your face on Saturday. I don’t want any excuses.”

“It feels good being among the best. Being born in East LA, growing up in LA. I feel very proud of having the statue at the Crypto. It’s an inspiration for generations to come.”

“When I started Golden Boy Promotions it was all about giving opportunities. Boxing has been everything to me so I’m very glad that I can give these opportunities to basically anyone who has a dream. This platform Golden Boy Boxing is something to take advantage of. We open up the doors and it’s up to the fighters to take advantage of it.”

“I think it’s going to be a difficult fight for both fighters. You can’t count out the experience his opponent Fortuna has, he’s coming with everything. He has the tools to offset a young Ryan Garcia. I feel like it’s sink or swim for both guys. We know the fans are in for a treat.”

“I just want to thank everyone. Just to be fighting at Crypto Arena, I’m excited, I’m pumped to go out there and put on a show.”

“I am just going out there, believing in myself and putting on a good performance like last time.”

“First off, I have to go in there and look good, give a good performance. If the knockout comes then it comes. I’m not going to be out there looking for it but if it presents itself I will take full advantage. Tune in, this is my time and I’m going to steal the show.”

“I’ve had some great opportunities and great fights. Now I’m here going to face a great fighter and I’m here to win.”

“A win would be a big step forward in my career and hopefully a title fight in the near future and that’s why I’m ready. I hope everyone is watching me win so I can take it back to Argentina.”

“I’m here to fight. If I have to get through another title eliminator to get to the world title, then I’ll do it.”

“I came 100% prepared so expect a great fight. Stay tuned for Saturday night. It’s my first time fighting here in the United States and I’m doing it in front of my supporters and family. It’s an honor fighting at Crypto.com.”

“First of all I want to thank everyone in the United States for having me. I’m also honored for Oscar for giving me this opportunity and Robert Diaz as well. Obviously it’s a great opportunity for me. I need to take advantage of it. I had a great career as an amateur and now I want to show I have a great career as a professional.”

“I expect Ryan to come mentally ready and the rest will follow. I know he doesn’t want to hear it but he will be asked if he is physically and mentally ready, which I know he is. I can’t talk for him but I can’t fight for him either. It’s important now to show Saturday night that he’s ready for anybody in that division.”

“I feel great and yes I only have four fights. I want to thank my promoter for giving me this opportunity to fight a title eliminator with only four fights.”

“I feel good. It’s been two and a half years since I’ve been in the ring. I’ve been with my family and friends but now I’m very excited to come back.”

“I’m the only one on this card that’s from LA. I’m here to do my job and give you guys a good show.”

Tickets for Garcia vs. Fortuna are on sale now and are priced at $500, $300, $200, $100, $75, and $50 not including applicable service charges. Tickets will be available for purchase online at AXS.com, CryptoArena.com and GoldenBoyPromotions.com.