During the June 2 episode of WWE Raw, viewers noticed that El Grande Americano competed in boots marked with the initials ‘CG’. This detail prompted questions, as El Grande Americano and Chad Gable are treated as separate characters in ongoing WWE storylines, even though fans easily recognize the connection.
Chad Gable Addresses the Boot Controversy
Chad Gable took to social media to clarify the situation and to explain why El Grande Americano wore his footwear during the event. He shared that a travel issue led to the gear swap:
“Really really proud of this guy! Even though I DID have to borrow him my boots (which he stretched out) last night because the airlines lost his. Big day for both of us Saturday, hombre! Good luck!”
— Chad Gable, WWE Superstar
This direct explanation from Gable addressed speculation, highlighting the practical reasons behind the visible crossover of wrestling equipment and affirming the storyline distinction between the two personas.
Busy Schedule Ahead for Chad Gable and El Grande Americano
Looking ahead, Chad Gable is set for a demanding schedule on Saturday, June 7. Earlier that day, he will contend for the AAA Mega Championship against El Hijo del Vikingo at WWE x AAA Worlds Collide. Later, El Grande Americano, having qualified by defeating CM Punk and AJ Styles, will take part in the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
The lineup for this marquee match includes El Grande Americano, Andrade, Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, Penta, and Seth Rollins, all of whom are significant figures in the WWE universe.
What the Incident Means for WWE Storylines
The incident with the boots introduced a moment of levity for fans and drew attention to the logistical challenges behind the scenes at WWE. With the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match approaching and cross-promotion events like WWE x AAA Worlds Collide, superstars such as Chad Gable, Seth Rollins, and Solo Sikoa continue to draw interest, while the creative use of characters like El Grande Americano keeps audiences engaged.
