Ryan Garcia’s Ostarine Was 60 Times Over The Limit – ‘One Year-Ban Suggested’

Ryan Garcia’s Ostarine levels were 60 times over the limit following his failed VADA tests.

The boxer tested positive for the substance following urine samples taken on April 19 and April 20. It has now cast doubt over his victory against Devin Haney. Ostarine helps sportsmen cut weight, build muscle and increase stamina. Garcia denied any intentional use, leaving him to prove it was contamination. He is also getting his B sample tested on May 22.

Further testing has cleared Garcia of having 19-Norandrosterone in his system. Garcia could be banned, get a fine, and see the result turned into a no-contest if found guilty. Garcia’s attorney has argued that the levels were so minuscule. His team argued it was in the ‘billionth of a gram range.’ Victor Conte has added further clarity to that, stating it was 60 times over the limit. 

Garcia’s Levels

“Fake news is being spewed about NYSAC’s chart of allowable limits for PEDs. Ostarine has a .1 nanograms per milliliter allowable limit, and Ryan Garcia reported six ng/ml on April 19, which is 60 times over the limit. The history of B sample testing is 99% confirmation of A. So Ryan Garcia claims, ‘Everybody knows I don’t cheat.’ In my opinion, he tested positive, and now he must prove there was no intent to cheat.

“In a “dog ate my homework” world of excuses, a famous NFL player once said, ‘As soon as you start to use PEDs, you automatically become a liar. In my opinion, Ryan Garcia continues to spew misinformation. On April 19, Ryan’s Ostarine level in urine was six ng/ml. The NYSAC allowable limit is .1 ng/ml. It seems that Ryan’s level is 60 times the allowable limit. I believe his B sample will also be positive,” Conte said 

If Garcia’s B samples come back positive, he faces a fight on his hands to clear his name. His reputation is on the line, particularly since he has become the face of boxing. He targeted a fight with Errol Spence Jr. in August, which could only happen if cleared. Fellow boxers have already had their say. Tank Davis backed Garcia, feeling he was innocent.

Further Reaction

Meanwhile, Haney wants to see the result overturned. Strict liability means boxers are responsible for what they put in their body. The amount also does not rule out possible micro-dosing, which Haney alluded to. While Haney is still the WBC champion at 140 because Garcia missed weight, Haney wants the loss on his record removed to remain undefeated.