Garcia Stuns Haney, Captures WBC Super Lightweight Title
Haney Suffers First Loss in Majority Decision Bout
Garcia Dominates with Three Knockdowns
In a shocking upset, Ryan Garcia pulled off a stunning victory over undefeated WBC super lightweight champion Devin Haney on Saturday night at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Garcia knocked Haney down three times en route to a majority decision win, handing Haney his first professional loss.
The highly anticipated main event lived up to its billing, with both fighters showcasing their exceptional skills. Garcia, known for his lightning-fast hands and power, proved to be too much for Haney. Haney, a skilled boxer with a solid chin, fought valiantly but could not withstand Garcia's constant pressure.
Garcia's relentless assault began early in the fight, as he dropped Haney with a left hook in the first round. Haney recovered and fought back, but Garcia continued to dominate the action. In the eighth round, Garcia landed another left hook that sent Haney crashing to the canvas. Haney rose to his feet again, but Garcia knocked him down for a third time with a right hand in the ninth round.
Despite Garcia's dominance, the judges' scorecards were close. Garcia won by majority decision, with two judges scoring the fight 116-112 in his favor and the third judge scoring it 115-113 for Haney. The victory is a major triumph for Garcia, who is now considered one of the top pound-for-pound boxers in the world.
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