Ryan Garcia Challenges NYSAC Over Mental Evaluation Request Before Haney Fight

Boxer Ryan Garcia threatens legal action against the New York State Athletic Commission, alleging infringement on his constitutional rights after being asked for a mental health evaluation.

• Ryan Garcia, set to fight Devin Haney on April 20, threatens to sue the New York State Athletic Commission over a requested mental health evaluation.
• Garcia claims the evaluation request infringes on his constitutional right to free speech, citing his social media posts as the basis for the evaluation.
• The boxer's recent social media behavior, including conspiracy theories and disturbing posts, has raised concerns about his mental welfare.
• WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman and Garcia's promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, express support for Garcia, stating he is in good spirits and training hard.
• The fight against Haney is still scheduled to proceed, despite the controversy surrounding Garcia's social media activity and the NYSAC's request.

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