During the 2024 Money in the Bank pay-per-view event held by WWE, Damian Priest, the reigning WWE World Heavyweight Champion, was allegedly unable to break free from a nearfall following Seth Rollins’ execution of a Falcon Arrow. Consequently, Drew McIntyre was added into the play, transforming it into a triple threat.
Though there were confirmations from Triple H about the blunder, Priest, in an interview with The New York Post, clarified he did not neglect to break free.
Key points from the talk are as follows:
Discussing the notion that he neglected to break free during Money in the Bank, he said, “The idea that I forgot to kick out, that not a thing. That’s not a thing. We don’t forget to kick out. Twenty years in, I’m pretty sure there is some kind of muscle memory there. My forgetfulness was certainly not the issue. There was no planned outdoor event that was supposed to transpire. However, I am fine after the incident amd the narrative moves on.”
When asked if this mishap has any effect, he stated, “It doesn’t influence anything. The show must go on and I believe the fans are thoroughly engrossed. Those in the know understood the situation and it was never a second thought. We just carried on.”
On his engagement with The Judgment Day, he expressed, “I do not feel out of place or uneasy. I’m thoroughly enjoying my experience and I feel this sentiment is shared by my colleagues. This drives me to continue to improve as there is no looking back now. It’s a promising indicator of what’s to come.”
When asked about working with other top stars, Priest said, “Receiving the opportunity to share the ring with these extraordinary superstars makes me believe I truly belong. It is gratifying to know that they consider me one of their own. It is crucial in our line of work to garner the respect of your contemporaries, especially the top contenders.”
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