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“Hangman” Adam Page Opens Up About Post-Championship Anxiety and Choosing a New Path
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AEW star “Hangman” Adam Page, who has since reclaimed the world title, recently shared candid insights into the period of self-doubt he experienced after losing the AEW World Championship to CM Punk at Double or Nothing 2022. Speaking with Sports Illustrated ahead of his monumental victory at AEW All In, Page detailed the genuine anxieties that plagued him during this challenging time.
Facing the Fear of Reaching the Peak
“I think for a long time, there was a large part of me, very genuinely, that was afraid deep down that I had achieved the most I would ever achieve in this career,” Page confessed. “I’d maybe achieve some other things but that was the highest of highs and it was all downhill from hear. And I was afraid that I would never become world champion again. That was a very genuine thing that I felt.”
This internal struggle was visibly reflected in Page’s on-screen character, as he began to exhibit more heelish tendencies. However,looking back,Page doesn’t view his current trajectory as a simple “redemption arc.” He acknowledges that certain actions, such as the destruction of Swerve Strickland’s childhood home or the perceived ending of christopher Daniels’ career, cannot be undone.
A Conscious Choice for a Different Future
Page elaborated on the motivations behind these controversial moments, stating, “I did that out of hate and anger.” He emphasized the permanence of these actions: “I can’t undo that,so for me,this is just deciding to choose a different path forward.” This perspective suggests a conscious effort to move beyond past transgressions and forge a new identity, rather than seeking to erase what has occurred.
Back in the Spotlight: Page’s Dynamite Appearance
Following his triumphant win at All In, “Hangman” Adam Page made a significant appearance on Wednesday’s “AEW Dynamite.” He opened the show with a promo addressing the crowd, setting the stage for his subsequent tag team match. Page teamed up with Mark Briscoe and Powerhouse Hobbs to face the formidable trio of Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, and Wheeler Yuta. The intense encounter concluded with Page pinning Castagnoli and delivering another impactful Buckshot Lariat to Moxley, signaling his continued presence and impact in AEW.
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