Sammy Guevara has opened up about the concussion he suffered at AEW WrestleDream in October 2023 that would cost him months in the ring.
On a recent edition of the “Insight” podcast, Guevara spoke about the concussion and how he felt okay at first before being properly checked out.
“I do the cutter so much and it’s the stupidest things, this cutter that I do all the time, this time just bumped my head on the canvas and then saw the future. And if you go back, you can tell, okay, maybe he’s not good. But I didn’t know at that time. I actually thought that they had a match booked for me that Wednesday, I thought I was good. And then it wasn’t until a couple of days later that I was like really feeling it.”
“Tay contacted the doctor. [Were you dizzy?] No. Just like the lights are bothering me. [Were you throwing up?] No, no, thankfully, it wasn’t like that. But I had a headache and stuff and it was like the lights were bothering me. Like bright lights. Like my future is bright [laughs]. But yeah, then they obviously took me off and let me chill and sent me to some people to see. But yeah, that was like probably the longest I’ve been out of wrestling so far, it’s been since October 1.”
Guevara made his return to the ring at AEW Worlds End 2023 where he teamed with Chris Jericho, Sting, and Darby Allin to defeat AEW Tag Team Champions Ricky Starks and Big Bill and The Don Callis Family (Konosuke Takeshita and Powerhouse Hobbs).
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Sammy Guevara Opens Up About Concussion and Recovery at AEW WrestleDream
Professional wrestler Sammy Guevara recently spoke about the concussion he suffered at AEW WrestleDream in October 2023, which led to him being out of the ring for several months. In a recent episode of the “Insight” podcast, Guevara shared his experience and how he initially felt after the incident.
Guevara revealed that he didn’t realize the severity of his injury at first. He explained, “I do the cutter so much, and it’s the stupidest thing. This time, I just bumped my head on the canvas and then saw the future. And if you go back, you can tell, okay, maybe he’s not good. But I didn’t know at that time. I actually thought that they had a match booked for me that Wednesday, I thought I was good. And then it wasn’t until a couple of days later that I was really feeling it.”
Fortunately, Guevara didn’t experience dizziness or vomiting, but he did have a headache and sensitivity to bright lights. He mentioned that his girlfriend, Tay Conti, contacted the doctor to seek medical advice. Guevara said, “No, no, thankfully, it wasn’t like that. But I had a headache and stuff, and it was like the lights were bothering me. Like bright lights. Like my future is bright [laughs].”
After being evaluated by medical professionals, Guevara was advised to take time off from wrestling to recover. He mentioned that it was the longest break he had taken from the sport since October 1.
However, Guevara made a triumphant return to the ring at AEW Worlds End 2023. He teamed up with Chris Jericho, Sting, and Darby Allin to defeat AEW Tag Team Champions Ricky Starks and Big Bill and The Don Callis Family (Konosuke Takeshita and Powerhouse Hobbs). This marked his comeback after months of rehabilitation and rest.
Concussions are a serious concern in the world of professional wrestling, and Guevara’s experience highlights the importance of prioritizing health and safety. It is crucial for wrestlers to undergo proper medical evaluations and take the necessary time off to recover from such injuries.
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In conclusion, Sammy Guevara’s openness about his concussion serves as a reminder of the physical toll that professional wrestling can take on athletes. It also emphasizes the significance of proper medical care and recovery protocols to ensure the well-being of wrestlers in the industry.