Former WWE Champion legitimately hurt after being chokeslamed on car windshield on SmackDown: Report

Former WWE Champion got a shard in his eye during the scary Chokeslam spot on car top this week on SmackDown.

Former WWE Champion legitimately hurt after being chokeslamed on car windshield on SmackDown: Report

Former WWE Champion hurt (via WWE)

This week’s SmackDown featured a chaotic brawl between Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest. After enduring weeks of insults and attacks, Priest determinedly set out to make a statement. In a brutal display, he took McIntyre onto a car roof and smashed him through the windshield. However, new reports reveal that the impact has legitimately injured The Scottish Warrior.

According to PWInsider, McIntyre suffered a legitimate injury when real glass got into his eye after Priest delivered a slam onto a car windshield. Although the spot appeared well-executed and planned, a small shard of glass still made its way into The Scottish Warrior’s eye. McIntyre even tweeted about the incident, which many fans speculated was yet another jab at AEW and CM Punk.

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This wild spot is yet another testament to the 39-year-old’s passion for sports entertainment. McIntyre has previously endured brutal encounters, particularly during his feud with The Best in the World, including his Hell in a Cell match at Bad Blood. Given his history of enduring high-risk spots, this injury is unlikely to be severe enough to cast doubt on his future.

Returning to the segment, Priest and McIntyre appear to be on a collision course as WrestleMania approaches. The Scottish Warrior has been pushing The Punisher’s buttons for weeks, and with this brutal South of Heaven on the windshield, Priest has seemingly evened the score. It will be interesting to see how their rivalry unfolds in the coming weeks.

Drew McIntyre hits back at a young fan’s hateful gesture

During this week’s SmackDown, Drew McIntyre confronted Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton while boasting about being the only beloved WWE Champion from the UK. However, a young fan flipped him off on live TV, forcing WWE to fade the screen to black briefly. Now, The Scottish Warrior has fired back at the fan with a sharp remark of his own.

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Drew McIntyre (via- WWE)

Taking to X, McIntyre addressed the young fan’s actions, calling them “fair play.” He described it as a mutual recognition of animosity, admitting that he carries the same hatred as the kid in the front row. As a result, he has no issue with being flipped off, as he shares the very same emotion.

The 39-year-old is known for his unfiltered remarks against both fans and fellow WWE Superstars, making this just another addition to his long list of brutal comments. Moreover, such hostile gestures from fans don’t faze The Scottish Warrior, as he remains focused on his path to WrestleMania 41.

Drew McIntyre to become a World Champion in 2025?

Drew McIntyre has been chasing a World Championship victory in front of fans for nearly five years. Despite multiple failed attempts, The Scottish Warrior currently finds himself outside the title picture. However, he has vowed to reclaim the championship someday. This raises the question—will 2025 finally be the year he achieves his long-awaited goal?

Drew McIntyre
Drew McIntyre (via- WWE)

Earlier this year, reports suggested that WWE was planning a sustained push for the former WWE Champion. However, there have been no signs of such a push materializing yet. Interestingly, his current feud with Priest has sparked significant backlash from fans, sending a clear message to WWE that The Scottish Warrior’s storylines continue to draw strong reactions.

Moreover, McIntyre had an exceptional 2024, highlighted by his intense feud with CM Punk and his pursuit of the World Title. This makes it highly possible that WWE could reward him with a championship victory by the end of the year. The company may be strategically positioning him for a major moment at a European PLE, possibly Clash at Paris, providing the perfect stage for the 39-year-old to shine.

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