Archived Q&A with Danny Garcia

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  hboboxing

  Thanks to Danny Garcia for joining us for today’s Q&A. Welcome Danny! What or who inspired you to become a boxer?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I always watched boxing with my dad when I was young and I just fell in love with the sport.

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  beckyayay

  What would be your ideal legacy to leave in the ring?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  To be one of the greatest fighters coming out of Philadelphia, one of the greatest Latino fighters ever.

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  iAmSimonSahota

  If you could fight any other fighter from era who would it be and why?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I never thought about that! I'm not sure, I'm not a matchmaker!

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  SCNationalChamp

  Who are some of your favorite fighters of all time ?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Some of my favorite fighters are Trinidad, De La Hoya, Floyd Mayweather, Miguel Cotto. Fighters like that.

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  Emily Giannusa

  What's your training regimen like?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I wake up, I go running in the morning, go to the gym in the afternoon and after the gym I do physical training.

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  Ben Verlinde

  What have you focused on most in your training camp, in preparation for Amir?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  A lot of strength, a lot of conditioning. I know I have the speed, I know I have the power. We just gotta be ready for 12 rounds of war.

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  ValentinaMonte

  How did it feel to defeat a legend like Erik “El Terrible” Morales?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  It felt great just beating a guy like that. It boosted my confidence and gave me the opportunity for this fight.

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  Kim Warner

  Who have been your sparring partners for this fight?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I had a few but I never asked them their names. They just came to the gym and sparred and left!

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  iAmSimonSahota

  Who was your inspiration as a kid? What advice would you give to up and coming Boxers? Do you want to be in the sport for a long period?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  My inspiration was my dad and he always told me what to do. As a kid, I always listened to my coach and dad. I never let anyone tell me I couldn't do it. If you stay focused anything is possible.

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  soldier701

  In what round will you finish him?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I'm predicting either from the first round or the fourth round...it's going to be an early KO!

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  SCNationalChamp

  Do you plan on outboxing Amir or using the blueprint Lamont Peterson used and just trying to over power Amir ?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I feel like I can beat him from the outside or pressure him. I'm just going to mix it up and use both of those game plans. Either counter him from the outside or put pressure on him.

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  RandB20

  What is your favorite kind of car?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  My favorite kind of cars are Cameros, Maseratis and Porches.

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  soldier701

  How will u defend against all the low blows he commits to? (look back to Judah fight)

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  Danny Garcia says:

  If he's going to get dirty then I'm going to get dirty with him. He either keeps it clean or we're going to get dirty.

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  Michael Bueno

  What do you feel is Amir Khan's biggest weapon in the ring? And how have you prepared to neutralize that threat?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Maybe his biggest weapon is his size and speed but we've trained really hard for a tough fight. We have a great gameplan to beat whatever he does.

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  Blankman011

  At what age did you begin boxing and has your father been your only trainer?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I started boxing at 10 years old and yes he's been my only trainer.

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  Manuel Maturino

  after you win this fight, do you think that it will open the door for bigger fights, and if so who would you like to face

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Most definitely this fight is a big fight, I'm not looking past it. I'm pretty sure it's going to be a big fight but I'm not looking past Saturday right now.

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  MABthefairy

  Do you listen to music to get amped up before a fight? If so, what do you listen to ?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I need music to jog and work out. For a fight I don't listen to music but during workout it's usually rap music: Jay-Z, Kanye West, Meek Mills, people like that.

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  RandB20

  Danny, thank you for your time. How do you plan on countering Khans Straight combos and Fast handspeed?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Timing beats speed any day with a good jab. With timing I'll come in with the straight punches.

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  Deebo_n_Tyffani

  we have alot of the same favorite fighters in common, but u are on my list as well. Are u looking to move weight classes, to fight others?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Most definitely. After this fight, it's a big 140lb fight, a crowning division. After this fight I'll talk to my manager, see what he wants to do but after this fight I want to move up in weight and conquer 147.

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  JrBoxingking23

  R u nervous for your fight against khan?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I'm really anxious. I'm ready to fight. I had a long camp and I'm just anxious to fight.

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  DoeOrDie

  Your father has been in the spotlight lately, do you feel like he has put any extra pressure on you to perform in the ring?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  He's just an openly spoken person. We're all having fun with it and that's what we do. He does the talking and I back it up with my hands!

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  Blankman011

  When in training camp what sort of diet are you on? How many meals a day do you normally eat during camp

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I usually eat about 3 small meals day to maintain my weight to keep me strong and keep me going.

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  rickyrichards3

  are you looking for the knockout? or you just gonna do ya thing and if the knockout comes it comes

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I always look for the KO. I always like to land silent punches early but whatever happens, happens.

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  Piocisneros

  what do u think about the judges in boxing now and theyre decisions

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I let the judges do their job. My job is to fight and give the fans a great fight. That's what it's all about.

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  beckyayay

  Which fighters would you like to see in the ring?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I'm not looking past Saturday. All I see is Khan this Saturday and that's what I'm going to focus on.

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  Carlos 'Lito' Andujar

  Danny how are you going to deal with khan speed and do you think you can outbox him?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Yeah i think I definitely can outbox him. He reaches a lot with his shots and that will open him up. I'm just going to keep those jabs coming.

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  digitmaxr

  Are you going to attack his body similar to the way Lamont Peterson did?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Most definitely, that's kind of my style anyway. I like going for the body a lot no matter what. It's a good way to throw your opponent down. We're definitely going to attack his body.

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  digitmaxr

  Amir says he's not so much worried about your punching power as much as he's wondering if you can take a punch. What do you say to that?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I'm pretty sure I can take a punch. He's been knocked out before now me. I took bigger shots with Kendall Holt who's a bigger puncher than him.

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  iLOVE_FOOD_

  Yu became one of my favorite boxers since the first time i saw yu fight.What can you tell the amateur boxers like me that are in this sport?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Listen to your coach, work hard and get the most amateur experience before you turn pro. Try to get a lot of international experience and win national championships too. Always follow your dreams.

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  Blankman011

  Great moment after the morales fight when u thanked ur dad for being with u on the road to being champ. Any other influences in ur career?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  My family, they're my influence. My dad pushes me but my whole family keeps me motivated.

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  digitmaxr

  How does it feel representing Philly on the world stage?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  It feels great, man. Philly is a fighting town, there are a lot of great legends. I'm proud to be a part of Philadelphia and they're fighting history.

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  JrBoxingking23

  Do u run everyday?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Yeah I run every single day.

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  RandB20

  Khan doesnt have alot of natural power, will you open up early on him, or are you going to test your counterpunching?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  I'm going send out some good solid counter shots. If I feel like he's not strong early, I'll start using all my jabs and sending out all my shots early.

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  hboboxing

  That's all the time we have for today's Q&A. A huge thank you to Danny Swift for joining us. Anything else you'd like to say, Danny?

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  Danny Garcia says:

  Thank you for all the support and this Saturday July 14 will be an epic night. I will be the winner and I thank all the American and Latinos who support me. Make sure to tune into HBO, I will still be the champion!