Steve Austin breaks silence on WrestleMania 41 ATV crash: 'I was embarrassed'
WrestleMania 41 delivered big moments, but one of the most unexpected scenes came not in the ring, but on the ramp - when WWE Hall of Famer 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin lost control of his ATV during his entrance.
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The moment quickly went viral as Austin, known for his iconic four-wheeler entrances, misjudged a turn and slammed into the barricade, accidentally knocking over a fan.
The incident happened at Allegiant Stadium during Austin's second lap around the ring. While the WWE legend quickly checked on the fan and proceeded with his segment, backstage officials were visibly concerned. WWE President Nick Khan was seen approaching the fan to ensure everything was alright, as the moment had startled both the audience and company staff.
Steve Austin opens up about the crash
Now, Steve Austin himself has addressed the crash during an interview on The Ariel Helwani Show, shedding light on what went wrong during the high-profile segment. According to Austin, the issue wasn't due to reckless driving but rather an unfamiliar throttle system on the vehicle.
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'Different throttle setup than what I'm used to,' Austin explained. 'Long story short, just a different throttle system. I'm pretty dang handy on a four-wheeler.'
Despite his experience, the miscalculation led to a very public slip-up, something Austin admits left him embarrassed. 'You go out there on the biggest night in wrestling, and you end up like that… It's not the greatest day at the office,' he added.
What stood out, however, was how Austin handled the aftermath. Following his in-ring promo, where he cheekily questioned the official attendance figure and raised his signature beer toast, Austin went back to personally check on the fan involved.
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No legal action has been reported, and it appears the matter was quietly resolved.
Online, fans were quick to praise Austin not only for addressing the issue candidly but also for his sportsmanship. The incident, while unfortunate, didn't overshadow his enduring popularity or legacy.
The ATV mishap aside, WrestleMania 41 marked another chapter in Austin's storied career. His previous match at WrestleMania 38 and the recent induction of his 1997 submission bout with Bret Hart into the WWE Hall of Fame's 'Immortal Moments' show that the Texas Rattlesnake still commands attention.
Even when things don't go as planned, Steve Austin proves he's still one of the most respected figures in the business.
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