WWE Superstar Chad Gable has provided an update regarding his recovery, nearly five weeks after undergoing surgery in early July. The American Made leader, who was sidelined due to an arm injury, is beginning to show signs of progress and has teased involvement in a new creative venture during his time away from the ring.
Details Behind Chad Gable’s Injury and Surgery Timeline
The 39-year-old WWE star was reportedly dealing with a serious arm injury that required surgical intervention. To write him off television, WWE scripted an attack by his rival, Penta, targeting Gable’s arm. Shortly after, Gable appeared on Monday Night RAW, where he informed General Manager Adam Pearce that surgery was necessary to address the injury.
Since then, Gable has remained out of WWE action as he recovers. Recently, he shared a glimpse of his progress on Instagram Stories, posting a photo that showed him wearing a leg compression sleeve, a device commonly used during physical rehabilitation. This visual suggested that he is actively underway in his recovery process.
“Do what you can, with what you’ve got, wherever you’re at. That’s really it. Oh, and don’t be a coward,” he wrote.
—Chad Gable, WWE Superstar
Exploring a New Endeavor While Healing
A few days after his surgery, Chad Gable revealed on social media that he was channeling his energy into a personal project outside of wrestling. Gable expressed his passion for filmmaking and video editing and mentioned that he was reconnecting with these interests while recovering.
“Rekindling my love for filmmaking/editing and working on a little personal project to share with all of you. I’ll drop more details soon, but as for today, Happy 4th of July! Enjoy your friends, family, and freedom!” Gable wrote.
—Chad Gable, WWE Superstar
This new creative pursuit marks a distinct shift for the former WWE Tag Team Champion, highlighting his artistic side during his downtime.
Impact of Gable’s Absence on American Made and Future Prospects
Before stepping away, Gable passed leadership of the American Made faction to Ivy Nile and encouraged the Creed Brothers to pursue the WWE World Tag Team Championship. However, without Gable’s presence, the group has struggled to achieve the same level of success they experienced previously.
Fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see if Gable’s eventual return from injury will revitalize American Made’s momentum in WWE. His leadership and in-ring skills have been key components of the faction’s identity, making his comeback a potentially pivotal moment for the group’s future trajectory.
