Protecting an undefeated record can be sacred to a fighter, but for American star Ryan Garcia there is more to life than losing a bout.
Garcia will face compatriot Gervonta Davis in a non-title 136lb catchweight fight later this afternoon.
Garcia, who turned professional aged 17, has previously spoken about his past struggles with anxiety and panic attacks.
In April 2021 he withdrew from a scheduled fight against Javier Fortuna because of mental health issues - and he says the break was fundamental to his recovery and a new, healthier, outlook on the sport.
Garcia last fought in July 2022, beating Fortuna to improve his record to 23-0 with 19 knockouts.
Davis defended his WBA 'regular' title against Hector Luis Garcia in January and boasts 26 knockouts in 28 unbeaten fights.
The fight is expected to start at 3pm.
Source: BBC
