WWE President Nick Khan told staff in a TKO town hall this week that WWE was “monitoring” the situation in the Middle East, with Night of Champions scheduled for June 27 in Riyadh.
WWE received approval for as much as $4,314,821 in tax credits for WrestleMania 42 and related events around Las Vegas, according to records made public.
ESPN made the change after WWE expressed discomfort, sources say. A “C” grade for Wrestlepalooza at the launch of the $1.6 billion partnership drew significant attention.
Despite recent reforms to Saudi Arabia’s labor system, researchers say migrant workers on construction projects are still vulnerable to exploitation, especially on fast-tracked projects.
Event worker claims he suffered crushed hand and knocked-out teeth after slipping on debris while holding a ring post after SmackDown at Mohegan Sun Arena in March 2024.