7 Surprising Facts About Ryan Garcia That Will Leave You Stunned

1. Ryan Garcia started boxing at the age of seven, and his father, Henry Garcia, was his first trainer.

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2. He has an impressive amateur record of 215 wins and 15 losses, with 130 knockouts.

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3. Ryan Garcia has a massive following on social media, with over 14 million followers on Instagram and 1.5 million subscribers on YouTube.

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4. He is the first boxer to sign a deal with DAZN, a streaming service dedicated to combat sports.

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5. Ryan Garcia is also an accomplished singer and has released several singles on Spotify and other music platforms.

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6. Ryan Garcia has a signature move, which he calls the "Philly shell," a defensive technique that involves keeping the non-dominant hand low and the dominant hand guarding the face.

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7. He has trained with some of the best boxing coaches in the world, including Eddy Reynoso, who also trains Canelo Alvarez.

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