Rolly Romero's Upset Victory Over Ryan Garcia Shakes Up Boxing Scene in Times Square
Source: news.source.inquirer
In a stunning upset in Times Square, Rolando 'Rolly' Romero defeated Ryan Garcia by unanimous decision in a welterweight bout. Garcia, who made a dramatic entrance in a Batmobile, was knocked down in the second round by Romero's powerful left hand. Despite the loss, Garcia cited the unique event atmosphere and his transportation issues as factors affecting his performance. The fight marked Garcia's return to the ring following a year-long suspension due to a failed drug test in his previous bout against Devin Haney.
Key Points
Rolando 'Rolly' Romero defeated Ryan Garcia by unanimous decision in Times Square.
Garcia was knocked down in the second round by Romero's left hand.
Garcia arrived in a Batmobile, which delayed his warm-up due to Manhattan traffic.
The unique event setup with fewer fans made it feel like a sparring match to Garcia.
This was Garcia's first fight since a year-long suspension for testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs in his last bout against Devin Haney.
