Overview
- Williams, who moved up from NXT in January, won the United States Championship on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium by pinning Sami Zayn with his Trick Shot finisher.
- Lil Yachty, who accompanied Williams, grabbed Zayn during a referee distraction and later helped set up the decisive strike after Zayn had earlier attacked the rapper at ringside.
- The crowd in Las Vegas loudly booed Zayn throughout the match, reinforcing his recent rejection by fans as Williams drew the bigger cheers.
- After the win, Williams embraced his mother at ringside, later sharing that she attended despite a recent knee replacement and calling the moment deeply meaningful.
- Williams told ESPN he is not inclined to run weekly open challenges for the U.S. Title, suggesting fewer but bigger defenses as he begins his first main-roster reign.