Chad Gable had a shot at earning another match against Gunther at WrestleMania 40 for the Intercontinental Championship by working a gauntlet match on Monday’s WWE RAW but fell short to Sami Zayn.
Gable spoke about the loss following the show.
“Coming up short, you hear that all the time. It’s starting to become the story of my career, thus far, unfortunately, at least my singles career. Disappointing puts it lightly. More than anything it’s defeating, in a sense. For those that have never felt something like this, it’s more visceral than you can relly describe. It’s not coming up short, it’s letting people down that depend on you, in a number of ways. To me, this meant a lot more than WrestleMania or a championship. It was a very personal thing for me and my family and the ideals I guide my life by. I don’t want to get melodramatic, but it’s kind of true. A lot of the guiding forces in my life rode on this and me delivering on the things I say I’m going to do. That’s always who I’ve been. This is an example of me not doing that. If you really boil it down, it kind of shatters your paradigm of who you are, at least who you thought you are. It goes pretty deep,” Gable said.
He continued, “I talked a lot over the past month or so how much this meant to me and this was my path. What am I going to do, come out tomorrow and say, ‘Give me one more chance!’ and beg for one more chance? I’m not that guy. I’m very realistic, very self-aware. You’re not going to see me whining and complaining and trying to weasel my way into some form of shrapnel of a match at WrestleMania where I can say I was on the show. Where do I go from here? I don’t know. I’m going to go home tomorrow and be aimless, lost, directionless, questioning myself, questioning my work ethic and dedication, if I’ve done it right, if I’m approaching everything right. This is a paradigm shift. What’s next? I don’t know. That’s the hardest question you’ve asked so far. I have no clue.”
Chad Gable Reflects on Loss and Uncertain Future in WWE
In a recent episode of WWE RAW, Chad Gable had the opportunity to earn another shot at the Intercontinental Championship against Gunther at WrestleMania 40. However, Gable fell short in a gauntlet match against Sami Zayn, leaving him disappointed and questioning his future in the wrestling industry.
After the show, Gable opened up about his loss and the impact it had on him personally. He expressed his frustration, stating that coming up short has become a recurring theme in his singles career. Gable described the feeling as defeating and more visceral than words can describe. It wasn’t just about missing out on WrestleMania or a championship; it was about letting down the people who depend on him, including his family and the ideals he lives by.
Gable admitted that this loss meant more to him than just a wrestling match. It represented a personal challenge to deliver on the things he says he will do. He prides himself on being someone who follows through on his commitments, and this defeat shattered his perception of himself. The experience left him questioning his identity and whether he has approached everything in his career with the right mindset and work ethic.
When asked about his next steps, Gable confessed that he was unsure of what the future holds for him. He acknowledged that he won’t resort to whining or begging for another chance. Instead, he plans to be realistic and self-aware, accepting the outcome and evaluating his options. Gable expressed that he would go home feeling aimless, lost, and directionless, as he contemplates his next move in the wrestling world.
The emotional impact of this loss was evident in Gable’s words and demeanor. It showcased the dedication and passion he has for his craft, as well as the toll that setbacks can take on a wrestler’s mental and emotional well-being. Gable’s vulnerability in sharing his thoughts and feelings after the match provides fans with a deeper understanding of the challenges and pressures that professional wrestlers face.
While Gable may be uncertain about his future, his determination and resilience are likely to guide him through this difficult period. As he takes time to reflect and regroup, fans can only hope that he will find a new path that allows him to showcase his talents and achieve the success he desires.
In the world of professional wrestling, setbacks are not uncommon. It is how wrestlers respond to these setbacks that define their careers. Chad Gable’s journey is far from over, and it will be intriguing to see how he rebounds from this loss and carves out a new chapter in his wrestling story.