Triple H Stands by Damian Priest After Money in the Bank Controversy
Entertainment | July 7, 2024, 3:54 p.m.
Despite a mistake in his World Heavyweight Championship match against Seth Rollins at Money in the Bank, Paul “Triple H” Levesque showed unwavering support for Damian Priest. The error, which almost derailed current and future storylines, involved a botched pin by referee Rod Zapata that left both Rollins and the fans confused. Levesque acknowledged that mistakes happen in wrestling but emphasized that Priest has risen to the challenge of being a top-tier performer and champion.
Following the match, speculation arose about what led to the mishap, with some suggesting Priest may have been disoriented. However, the focus now shifts to Priest defending his title against Gunther at SummerSlam, as well as the ongoing rivalry between Punk and McIntyre. Additionally, questions linger about Rollins’ role after Punk’s interference in the title match.
Overall, Levesque commended the performers for their stellar performances and highlighted the storytelling intricacies of WWE that keep fans engaged.