‘He’s got the belt I want’: Conor Benn talks motivation for Ryan Garcia fight

Conor Benn spoke at Fanatics Fest NYC on July 18, 2026, discussing his upcoming WBC world title fight against Ryan Garcia. In an interview with Ring Magazine, Benn explained his motivation, stating that Garcia holds the belt he wants, and drew comparisons between fighting for family pride versus personal accomplishment. The interview also touched on how this bout differs from the prolonged drama surrounding his previously anticipated fight with Chris Eubank Jr.