Drew McIntyre explains Royal Rumble 2025 walkout after his sudden exit from the event held in Indianapolis, citing his own temper as the key reason for stepping away after his elimination. The WWE Superstar revealed his reaction stemmed from a desire to act professionally following his intense elimination in the Men’s Royal Rumble Match at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Strong Emotions After Royal Rumble Exit
The Scottish Warrior, Drew McIntyre, joined the Men’s Royal Rumble Match as the 17th entrant. His time in the contest came to a quick end when Damian Priest eliminated him from the high-profile bout. According to multiple witnesses, McIntyre was visibly upset backstage, reportedly shouting and using strong language before he ultimately left the arena. The explosive aftermath highlighted the tense environment that elite athletes often experience during major competitions.
Speaking candidly during an interview with Gorilla Position, McIntyre offered his perspective on why he chose to leave so abruptly, clarifying that it was a conscious effort to prevent escalation and maintain professionalism.
“I will tell you that I was not happy. I didn’t swear in general, but I invented a few swear words, and then I left the building… I left the building because I’m a professional,”
McIntyre said. —Drew McIntyre, WWE Superstar
Reflecting further on his decision, McIntyre explained his reasoning for stepping away from the situation entirely, noting that controlling his emotions in such settings is part of his growth as an individual and athlete.
“I’d rather take myself out of the situation because I know how bad my temper is, and sometimes, when you calm down, things are not as they seem. So I’ve learned to just walk away. That’s the adult thing to do.”
—Drew McIntyre, WWE Superstar
McIntyre Discusses Time Away from Wrestling
The Scottish Warrior, who is also known as the Scottish Psychopath, has not competed in a WWE ring since his fierce Steel Cage Match loss to Damian Priest at Saturday Night’s Main Event. Following that encounter, McIntyre was temporarily written out of WWE programming, leading to questions about his immediate plans within the company.
During the same interview with Gorilla Position, McIntyre gave fans insight into his mindset during this hiatus. He admitted that, with his wrestling career eventually winding down, he has been seeking new interests away from the squared circle. This period of introspection has been spurred by conversations with his wife and a broader understanding of life beyond WWE.
“I need to get some hobbies. My wife’s always on me, but apparently I can’t wrestle forever, as much as I might try. So, I need to figure out what’s the next step. She’s always talking about business ventures and the like, and I was like, I did the one thing that I always wanted to do my entire life; I don’t want to do another job. So, I figure I need a bunch of hobbies,”
he said. —Drew McIntyre, WWE Superstar
What Lies Ahead for the Former Champion?
Fans of Drew McIntyre remain in anticipation, wondering when and how the former WWE World Heavyweight Champion will make his return to the ring. While McIntyre has hinted at exploring options outside of wrestling, his impact on WWE and memorable moments at events like the Royal Rumble continue to keep audiences invested in his next chapter. Observers await further updates about his career path following his dramatic walkout in Indianapolis, as the wrestling world speculates on his future moves and potential comeback.
