Ryan Garcia took to Twitter to slam Conor McGregor, accusing him of steroid use in response to McGregor’s online jabs. In a fiery tweet, Garcia threatened to break McGregor’s ankle and insinuated that McGregor avoided testing because he was using steroids.
This public exchange reignited previous accusations that McGregor had used performance-enhancing drugs, which had surfaced during his absence from the USADA testing pool.
Many fighters and pundits had previously accused McGregor of steroid use while he was not participating in USADA testing. However, ahead of his comeback, McGregor entered the Drug-Free Sports International pool, signaling his commitment to drug testing protocols. Despite this, Garcia’s tweet suggests lingering suspicions and animosity regarding McGregor’s past actions.
McGregor is scheduled to make his return to the UFC Octagon against Michael Chandler at UFC 303, marking his first fight since his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. His comeback has been highly anticipated by fans, but Garcia’s accusations add another layer of controversy to his return.
In contrast, Garcia has been actively competing, winning back-to-back fights since his loss to Gervonta Davis. Despite his recent victories, Garcia’s shot at the WBC title was thwarted due to a botched weigh-in, leaving him without the title. However, he remains a prominent figure in the boxing world and could potentially challenge for the title in the future.
The tension between Garcia and McGregor adds an intriguing dynamic to the combat sports landscape. Despite any prior rapport, the two have now become heated adversaries, with their interactions potentially turning confrontational if they were to meet in person. This public feud between two prominent figures underscores the intensity and drama often associated with combat sports rivalries.
