VERGIL ORTIZ SR. RAW TRUTH ON ROBERT GARCIA SPLIT, CANELO GYM VISIT, & CRAWFORD OR SPENCE GOAL

FightHype.com was on the scene in Los Angeles, California where top welterweight contender Vergil Ortiz Jr. and his Hall of Fame promoter Oscar De La Hoya hosted a press conference to discuss his upcoming March 19 return to the ring when he takes on Michael McKinson. You don't want to miss what they had to say about several topics. Check it out!

[@BanneroftheSun]

Vergil Jr is an absolute reflection of his father. Down to earth, respectful and knows the right things to say. Good interview. 💥🥊

[@warriorsonly9966]

Took the words right out of my mouth.

[@hardtimes1530]

I like that attitude: failure is not an option.

[@THE.SALINAS.O.G.]

Awesome Father, great job raising a man who has the whole world in his hands. RESPECT to TEAM VERGIL (Father & Son) !

[@djpavenue8401]

Angel Garcia and teofimos dad should take notes on this man right here.

[@solodoloboxeo5324]

Not everybody wants to be humble🤫 Teo was already a champ at 22. Vergil is 24 and still hasn’t fought a championship fight

[@Vjjuicer]

@@solodoloboxeo5324 147 got sharks 135 got divas 🥴

[@solodoloboxeo5324]

@@Vjjuicer yeah right crawford and Spence have never fought to unify belts and they been champs for years!!!!🤡 135 Champions actually fought and UNIFIED the belts🤡 learn boxing then talk🤡

[@solodoloboxeo5324]

@@Vjjuicer your a joke defending crawford and spence ducking each other for years and never unifying belts🤡 135 champs unified their belts and have better fights than 147

[@Vjjuicer]

@@solodoloboxeo5324 no 135 on the pound for pound list 🥴

[@martinestrada8974]

This guy is the reason Virgil will be one of the best upcoming boxers.

[@tanoktenahua1665]

Vergil

[@luisnegrete4885]

Will be? He is!

[@rafasaosin]

How Tiofimos dad should be, this guys is pushing his son forward, Tíos dad is holding him back.

[@sssj_4782]

@@luisnegrete4885 kavaliauskas, hooker, man clearly you don’t watch boxing if you don’t know who Vergil is… don’t speak on it…

[@dryrotaus9315]

Love how he respects Kells career, not try to build a name off of someone who is on their way out. Great character and a class act.

[@shamekajackson7627]

👍......kzbin.info/www/bejne/eai1iJKsl8uCj68

[@emoney957]

Vergil Ortiz Sr is a real one and you can see it. This isnt rehearsed. Shoutout to Riverside🥊

[@I_be_e]

Shout Out to Grand Prairie Texas as well

[@Boxing31]

Basically “You charge too much to not show up to my sons fight”. I will say Virgil Sr speaks sense. Can’t be upset though if people think you were petty. Being petty is explainable sometimes, and he made a good case.

[@jrochoa161]

Petty my ass…if my son putting his life in the line his fucken head coach better be there ! Being in corner is 1/2 of the job 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Boxing31]

@@jrochoa161 so what do you say to Joshua Franco’s dad? I don’t think you understand, sometimes that’s not an option. I think Robert should have gone to Vergil’s fight. Sr needs to do what he’s doing now and not depend on another trainer if he is that …….well whatever you want to call it.

[@shawngibbons7539]

@@jrochoa161 Roberts reason On not showing was pretty reasonable too. But I can’t be mad at Sr for leaving him for not showing up either. I think he needed a change anyway all Roberts fighters fight the same with little to no defense and head movement.

[@tanoktenahua1665]

*Vergil

[@Boxing31]

@@tanoktenahua1665 good catch

[@fernandosaldivar238]

ortiz senior taking care his boy good pops much respect great young fighter chicano

[@jrochoa161]

Excellent answers & points by Virgil Ortiz Dad…bottom line is you have to protect the business ! Family & Business comes 1st & associates come after.💯💯💯

[@tanoktenahua1665]

*Vergil

[@billyettouati1124]

This is how I would want my sons career to go if I had one respect. just gaining information from trainers all while still being the main trainer and small circle of team members who make decisions

[@Saul1913]

this is what benavidez sr does. hes trained with roach,abel, the diaz bros and even robert garcia. Yet somehow people mad at vergil sr for doing the same

[@saulvega4709]

This is a prime example of a true profresional. Father taking care of his son and his family. Lot of respect to Verbal Sr.and Vergil Jr. for setting a great example for other boxers and their team. Good luck to Vergil Jr. in his journey to become CHAMPION.

[@XX-ir3bd]

100% agree with everything he said , people were mad bc he wasn’t “loyal” to Robert 😂 he doesn’t owe anyone loyalty they just have to do what’s best for him and leaving Robert was long overdue

[@boxtimenosabenada4455]

What gets on my nerves is that Robert was the one who chose Josh Franco over Vergil at that fight night and Robert continues to say that he did the right thing 🤦‍♂️ he’s still in denial

[@eduardogarcia3636]

@@boxtimenosabenada4455 Josh Franco was in a tougher fight and he actually started with Robert. I call that loyalty but I see you would follow the money

[@almerino3497]

@@boxtimenosabenada4455 look at it in roberts pov he thought Franco needed him more and felt that Vergil was able to get through it if it was that big of a problem they could have gone to Robert and told him Vergil already came out and said his dad was the head trainer regardless of him being in rgba the media are the ones blowing this thing up

[@ulyssesbuenrostro60]

@@boxtimenosabenada4455 In denial of what you clown??? There wasn't an easy solution in deciding who's corner to be with that fight night so Robert did what he felt was best. But there was no right or wrong answer in choosing either Vergil or Joshua Franco. No matter who he chose someone was gonna be disappointed.

[@boxtimenosabenada4455]

@@eduardogarcia3636 Vergil was fighting Kavaliuskas a man that dropped and hurt Terrence Crawford, who is one of the best p4p fighters in the world. Franco was fighting a guy that he had already fought before, there was nothing new from him that Franco had never seen. Vergil was testing new waters, this wasn’t about the money moron 👋

[@freddiesandoval5047]

The man makes sense ...no need for explanations..cut this dude off quick..STOP IT BRO,STOP RIGHT THERE.. AWESOME 👍😎🕶️

[@apache7074]

Nothing but respect for Ortiz Sr….. and kudos to the interviewer for his intelligent questions.That’s what the TRUTH sounds like…

[@ThatGuyOnTheRoad562]

Vergil speaks from the mind and heart and that's one of the few reason there great

[@jaimeolivera4191]

Sounds like Robert Garcias price for being his "Trainer" was too expensive

[@BanneroftheSun]

Was that what you got out of this interview or did you hear that somewhere else? I get that he retired his grandmother but it’s the first time I see that regarding his departure.

[@ernestosiqueiros1178]

What I understood is that it's nobodies business, but Robert Garcia's and his business. Whatever happened, happened and he's not going to badmouthing or gossiping about it.. Good man, that's how it should be. Period.. No chismes.

[@Danny805123456]

@@ernestosiqueiros1178 💯

[@DeeOne88]

I always said when Vergil was training at Rgba, I rarely saw Robert working with Jr on the mitts or being on his corner when he was shadow boxing. It was always Sr. there telling what to do and on the mitt’s.

[@p4pking393]

to be honest what ive seen from robert on the mitts is really basic and repetitive .... its the same routine for every fighter.

[@albertson8181]

@@p4pking393 worked out pretty good id say alot of world champs

[@apache7074]

Dad is the primary trainer, that may explain alot..

[@Saul1913]

hes doing exactly what he needs to do .Benavidez sr has done the same thing. He has worked with the diaz bros, abel sanchez, roach and even robert garcia for a while. Yet no one saying he has no loyalty.

[@Nonsynthet1c]

I like this guy. Very even keel, and a gentleman. Class act! Virgil " The contract Killer" Ortiz. Ortiz is for real real. Watch ⌚

[@nerozonez9423]

Hes a good guy

[@lunytunez7083]

Fantastic dad

[@marcoantonioluna1325]

This is why vergil will be the peoples champion very soon...

[@cesargaleana6441]

It would be good for Virgil to join the Reynoso team. It would benefit his defence and head movement alot.

[@jrochoa161]

I’m sure he wanted to but sounds like they were to busy & didn’t really try to keep him there 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@tanoktenahua1665]

*Vergil

[@firellparker7463]

His head movement is solid so is his defence, you guys exaggerate it.

[@mariohmendoza]

Good dad

[@darksideraider818]

Vergil Ortiz Sr. And Hector Beltran Sr. are 2 of the most underrated trainers out there !! #TeamOrtizBoxing 💪🤎🇲🇽

[@gibememoni]

robert is a real man for sticking with franco even though ortiz jr is where the money is at and where the spotlight is on but fucking robert stayed with his guy who had nobody else in his corner and it wasnt even a big fight. respect to robert man

[@vazquezvazquez3675]

You don’t mix business with friendship! If you are paying a man top dollar for a service then he leaves you hanging for his bud are you just going to take that kind of abuse?

[@reyesfrancisco5132]

Just a class act

[@keithkaya5998]

Great interview of a dad watching out for his son..and wants the best for him..

[@Stubb5]

Any fighter would follow such a humble mindset leader.

[@kikiboxing4life]

I met father and son they both f humble ass fudge .they gave me a hat .great f boxer Ortiz jr he’s becoming the p4p soon amd big champ in the world hands down

[@pritush]

Comparing Ortiz sr. to Lopez sr. / Garcias srs incomparable . Amazing old school intelligent mindset hope they reach to the titles soon soon .

[@thelakeshow6847]

It's dope that Vergil helps his Grandma and his family financially. I'm surprised Eddie didn't embrace Vergil. Vergil has shown dedication to the sport, toughness, heart. It's a shame because Vergil needs to improve his defense and Eddie couldve helped him out with that. Hopefully Robles helps Vergil improve his defense. Hopefully reporters can ask Eddie why he didn't embrace Vergil.

[@kikiboxing4life]

I heard what he said he never took option to train with eddy they where open to chose and they chose Robles less pay check for the trainer lol

[@lamuertte]

Yeah, it sounds like it was a financial decision. I dont think Eddie is an option for Vergil, if Sr. wants to remain as top trainer...

[@apache7074]

I heard Eddy say in an interview they (Virgil and dad) were there simply to have use of the gym, nothing more…

[@TheMoistBanana]

If Crawford wants to show PBC he is the A side he fights Ortiz and he easily gets massive numbers. The question is if he actually can beat Ortiz

[@smgdigitalx]

What do you mean if he whoops Ortiz 🏹

[@TheMoistBanana]

@@smgdigitalx if he easily whoops Ortiz why not fight him and get a massive payday? If promoted correctly the fight would be bigger than Mikey vs Errol….it’s his best move while he waits for Errol to fight ugas. Crawford beating on Vergil would make him a bigger ppv star. But like I said he probably isn’t fighting him because he isn’t confident he will win.

[@firellparker7463]

@@TheMoistBanana they'll figjt next year. It's a Big fight, Vergil is a Top fighter, Crawford has a very good chance to win that. The ESJ stuff was why he wasn't fighting vergil, but ESJ will move to 54, and I believe bud makes the Ortiz fight, then goes to 54 and aims to be a 4 Division Champion.

[@Bossytommy]

We know Jr. is Sr. part 2 Vergil.. Keep training your boy up!. Respect..

[@thurlesmoran7336]

Vergil sr, seems a very smart man 👌

[@BeefyTime1]

Lots of people need to take note. Sr Ortiz epitomizes class. Nothing disrespectful came from this man at all. Not words, tone, no insinuations, accusations. Just straight up truth while being humble. I wish these guys much success.

[@ft4k60]

Sr is a cool guy. Look after your immediate family.....always! God bless

[@MrTurtle15]

This is why jr is going to make it far in boxing his father is very humble you can see both father and son speak almost the same way

[@Sir.Rome.805]

I got 5 tix to see Vergil at USCs Galen Center!!! Section 210 Row 10👊👊👊👊

[@Adin100]

I like the make-up of the dad, u can tell hes a standup straight up no bs guy, 👏🏽👏🏽

[@11BarriosJL]

Seems like Robert wasn't putting in that work with Vergil

[@jseven5362]

He just said Robert was never the main coach in charge.

[@firellparker7463]

Seems like a power struggle.

[@IAMSUPREME22]

Jr not only like like pops, but the mannerisms and intellect are there as well.

[@YourFreeBeats]

People should really listen to him about the career path of a fighter. This is what a management team does. The idea is for Vergil to become World Champion. Fighting Brook does little if anything to move him closer toward that goal. They have a direct path on “we beat X, then that could set up a fight with Y, which would make us mandatory to Z.” Z is the big factor, they know Spence or Crawford are extremely difficult opponents and often (to be candid) fighters will wait it out until someone relinquishes, thus making them eligible to fight for the vacant belt. This is the “business” side of thing. Fighting Crawford, Spence, (and especially Boots) is career suicide with respect to their current path..and trust me this is the same as virtually every current/former champion. It’s just how boxing go.

[@toneykaasman2359]

Real cool and upright dude. Ortiz Sr. Knows what to say and what not to in a very respectful manner

[@saulvega4709]

Truth. This team will go far!!! Good luck Virgil Ortiz in your future championship fights. He will definitely get there.

[@dinob3671]

💯💯💯💯....SR speaks the truth.... a true GENTLEMEN... #oldschoolvalues

[@sinnceer_era]

🙏🏾✌🏾🐜Team Ortiz🙏🏾✌🏾🐜God Bless

[@tomgarcia2117]

Class act Father and Son

[@gmoney9153]

I really like Vergil Ortiz JR he is a throw back fighter from the 90s. I would love from them to train with Kevin Rooney and add the peek a boo style to their already effect style. Good stuff!

[@marcoantonioluna1325]

Virgil Sr.. should be a speaker at any major boxing convention..

[@shyxboy420]

It's funny how many ppl spell Vergil's name "Virgil" lol

[@tanoktenahua1665]

Haha man im correcting everyone lol

[@teojohnson2649]

100 percent true facts I respect that

[@josephlopez5450]

Keep up the guud work puro Texas were frmRio Grand Valley

[@arnoldroderique5034]

Well Said. Mr Ortiz Sr

[@Deez_817]

They really chasing that bud fight. I like Vergil and I wanna see the fight too. But he not ready 😣. Vergil a beast he could give him a tough fight even rn but he not beating him at this moment . Another fight or 2 against someone like Keith, David or even Someone like danny and I think he’ll be ready

[@jrochoa161]

Only one way to find out. He might be ready but when you been starving & living in motels 6 for 3 yrs ….2 or 4 million can change your life. Canelo did it with Mayweather & it was the best thing for him. He found out how much work he still needed. Scared man can’t win 👍🏼

[@Deez_817]

@@jrochoa161 i get all that but when canelo faced Mayweather i told everyone the exact same thing. He was not ready. I understand how much he grew from it. But may was also 36 I think he felt a bit more urgency. Where as bud although also not the youngest I think we can bank on him being around after a fight or 2 from Vergil especially since he does fight like 4 to 5 months apart usually

[@MATON509]

@@Deez_817 Ortiz wants the challenge. Win or lose his stock goes up. He's willing to face the best unlike Spence.

[@ulyssesbuenrostro60]

@@Deez_817 Why do idiots like you think that if a fighter takes a loss it's the end of his career?? Ain't no shame and nothing wrong in taking a loss! I also favor Bud Crawford over Vergil but if Vergil wants that work then us fans should praise a fighter who's willing to step up whether he's ready or not! I see too many fanboys like you who say the same thing.. So and so ain't ready for so and so.. Who cares??! We as fans should wanna see the best fight the best! And just cause a fighter takes a loss don't make him overrated, exposed, or a bum! Only idiots like you think that!

[@BOOMBAP_SOUL]

He’s chasing greatness. It’d be historic if he beat Crawford, if he loses he only gets better he’s still young.

[@latinlover744]

Golden rich information from this guy. I can apply it to my personal life. He is a true business man

[@MrsSumangaVlog]

Great dad!

[@sohd2283]

Vergil, Mungia, Rayo are really the future 🥊

[@elnea7738]

Ehhh idk about mungia

[@shawngibbons7539]

Vergil is the future as long as he stays away from boots.

[@MATON509]

@@shawngibbons7539 vise versa.

[@shawngibbons7539]

@@MATON509 actually it’s not because boots called him out and his team said he needs 48months. Boots can do everything Ortiz can but Ortiz can’t do anything boots does. Ortiz could have a title shot right now seems he’s scared though. Makes no sense to petition to fight Keith Thurman for a wbc title eliminator fight when he’s already the WBO mandatory that’s let’s me know they don’t think he’s ready

[@MATON509]

There's nothing to prove that. Your opinion is only based off "the eye test" 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@marcoantonioluna1325]

Great mentality from Vergil Sr..

[@74bigv]

Mad respect to Vergil sr. He's a stand up vato👍👍👍

[@hectorhernandez619]

Wish father and son the best !

[@DK-bm5rg]

The guy the interview was really good. Knew good questions to ask.

[@davidoscanoa]

His dad a Moral compass strong , great father figure.

[@boxtimenosabenada4455]

Ok so somebody here is lying because Robert Garcia made that video saying Vergil SR told him the main reason they left was because Robert Garcia was not present on fight night for Vergil Ortiz vs Kavaliuskas and not Vergil SR is saying it’s not true. Somebody is lying

[@carlosresendiz5737]

Leave it alone

[@pedrovelazquez7874]

Good men wise words,.... virgil Jr has the right men beside him 👏

[@notfromthisworld7558]

Well said I think his doing great for Virgil on what there doing there humble and open to learn I think that's smart, you have put the fighter first and his doing that

[@mray1197]

Where is Mayweather SR?

[@HatersHaveOpinion1]

I Want To See Vergil Vs David Avaneysan, Cody Crowley, Boots Ennis Or Conor Benn. Then Spence

[@thefunkydose8561]

Benn needs more recognition out here in the states once that happens Ortiz Jr vs Benn would be a huge fight, Both of them are beast 💪🏽🤙🏼

[@HatersHaveOpinion1]

@@thefunkydose8561 Benn should fight the same opponents i mention for Ortiz, i also would like to see Benn vs Brook

[@thefunkydose8561]

@@HatersHaveOpinion1 🙏🏼

[@1983Inspiration]

Great interview 👍

[@elcarlos5208]

Sr. Looks younger then Jr. lol

[@EatPie69]

Virgil Sr has his head on straight. He's focused on what's best for his son. Sounds very intelligent.

[@HitManLosAngeles]

Real Vergil Ortiz fans know why they parted ways with Robert if you put two and two together and I don’t blame them… all I’m gonna say is Robert, you shouldn’t have said that publicly… regardless whether it was true or not, you should have kept it private bro

[@SNAPS90291]

Straight Professional all the way 👍🏽

[@john2123]

I like the Ortiz, good people

[@christianleon7621]

Great mindset. They will go far.

[@troywest7978]

Mad respect to Hector Beltran great trainer no matter what he got his son with a real one

[@silverstangx]

Vergil got a great team! His father is wise beyond his years

[@p4pking393]

i like this guy. the only thing i dont get, why hasnt he taken over the training 100%? i know he said because they learning from each new coach....but if you havent figured out how to fight and the best way for your son to fight by now. you NEVER WILL. thats not the reason.

[@Adin100]

I got tickets to see vergil ortiz vs mckinson in fort worth lets goo!!

[@aaprofessionalcarpetandtil3189]

SOUNDS LIKE A BUSINESS DECISION $$$ NOTHING PERSONAL 😎

[@myagentivan]

I love this family !!

[@JavMacHer]

For those of you that think this is the real Vergil Ortiz it’s not- it’s the dad. The real Vergil is younger & in better shape

[@rubenbustamante1828]

Vergil Sr is a good dude.

[@marcoantonioluna1325]

WOW TEO SR SHOULD TAKE SOME LESSONS FROM VERGIL SR..HUMILITY IS THIS MANS FORTE.. LOVE THIS..

[@gerardolopez4318]

these Boxing youtube channels trying their best to get the Ortiz's to bad mouth Robert Garcia and Reynoso. Not falling for it, these guys are class acts starting with Sr

[@bigeddiethe5th]

Smart man. I like Sr.

[@Mr.Marcuzz]

I think that Vergil had been taking too many shots for his dads liking and they decided to go elsewhere. Nothing wrong with that. You’ll definitely last longer in this sport if you’re taking less shots.

[@ivanhernandez-be7re]

Good mentality

[@popeye8427]

I would've had a problem with Virgil Ortiz if he had left Roberto Garcia for many Robles if had not had Virgil Ortiz sr in his corner. Because in my opinion Roberto Garcia is a better trainer than Robles. Not that I think Manny Robles is a bad trainer, he's also an excellent trainer. I love the way Manny Robles trains his fighter to hit hard where Robert Garcia has a better technical style. But like Virgil Ortiz said he's number 1 in his son's corner and he's damn good trainer himself. So I expect Virgil Ortiz to have continue success until he fights Crawford. I think Crawford style will be very challenging for Virgil Jr. Same goes for Spence. I think Virgil has a flood chance against ugas but not without giving ugas his props too. Ugas can also definitely beat Ortiz especially after his big win against Manny Pacquiao.

[@sirwill619]

Vergil Sr started young. Dude can pass as Jrs older brother

[@anthonyhernandez9751]

Consistent with the black Texas hat

[@frisco9568]

I guess now we know how Virgil will look in 20 years😂😂🥊

[@rusdayatiidrus5401]

With 2 best B.C.es, in his inventory background V.O is otw to achieving his optimum development to be a champ n a legend. Canello n Reynoso n those sparring partners in Reynoso's Camp are all the figures V.O can learn from to take him to a higher pedestal of greatness. Then time will tell how far he can fare in his journey to the level of greatness n legendary making.

[@jmemixx]

I remember Sr from the area he grew up back then he was a clown wanna be. Looks like life humbled him. 👍🏼

[@YourFreeBeats]

Trust me, these trainers are well-versed in their opponents tendencies, fighting style, power, etc. i laugh how they always downplay watching tape but any trainer would be a fool to put his fighter in with no Intel on who he is fighting. UNLESS it is such a mismatch it simply doesn’t matter.

[@ShortTumors]

At least he ain't like teofimos dad..lol

[@tavoruiz324]

Bernardo Osuna is on the back

[@Ozzymayerr]

Vergil is gonna be at the top level soon and getting big fights. When Vergil sr mentioned about being comfortable, he must have seen that in rgba with Mikey Garcia not putting work in the gym anymore, that’s why Mikey lost his last fight smh

[@richardtominaga8957]

Its amazing how some boxers have classy father/trainers like the Garcia & Ortiz family and some are cringy as hell like the Lopez family.