WWE Avoids SummerSlam Disaster Involving Top Superstar
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After being legitimately stranded in the United Kingdom for several days, Drew McIntyre has successfully returned to the United States. His status for this weekend's SummerSlam premium live event is no longer in jeopardy.
The former WWE Champion announced the good news on his social media accounts. He had been stuck overseas due to a passport issue after traveling to England for a friend's wedding.
The Crisis Is Over
In a new video posted to his X account, McIntyre confirmed he was back on U.S. soil. In the clip, he also humorously brushed off an offer from The Miz, who had proposed taking his place in the SummerSlam match. McIntyre then joked that his tag team partner, Logan Paul, had flown over in a private jet to collect him.
The update brings an end to a tense, real-life situation. Reports from both PWInsider and Fightful Select had confirmed that McIntyre's travel problem was legitimate and that WWE had begun producing "alternate plans" for the SummerSlam match in case he did not make it back in time.
A Masterclass In Blurring The Lines
Throughout the entire ordeal, Drew McIntyre masterfully blended reality with his on-screen character. He used the legitimate and stressful travel problem as an opportunity to cut promos, staying in character and blaming his SummerSlam opponent, Jelly Roll, for the "sabotage." This is a perfect example of his current, bitter heel persona, where he believes the world is conspiring against him.
CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 03: (Editors Note: Composite Image.) Arena scene during SummerSlam at Cleveland Browns Stadium on August 3, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 03: (Editors Note: Composite Image.) Arena scene during SummerSlam at Cleveland Browns Stadium on August 3, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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His ability to turn a real-life headache into storyline fuel has generated massive buzz online. It has added another layer of intrigue to his already high-profile match.
All Roads Lead To SummerSlam
With McIntyre now back in the United States, the massive celebrity tag team match is set to go on as planned. On Night One of SummerSlam this Saturday, August 2nd, Drew McIntyre will team with United States Champion Logan Paul to take on the duo of Randy Orton and the musician Jelly Roll.
The feud has been built around the theme of "outsiders" in wrestling. McIntyre and Paul have positioned themselves as protectors of the business against the "disrespectful" Jelly Roll. Now that the real-life drama has been resolved, the focus can turn back to the in-ring war at MetLife Stadium.
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