ENJOY THE SHOW

The smiling face of PRIME’s head interview greets us in the Argyle position, microphone in hand, receiving a pop in the background usually reserved for PRIME’s more tenured athletes.

To her right? The Universal Champ. The Event Horizon. Ring gear? On. ‘Stache? On point. Universal Title belt? Gleaming

Hayes Hanlon is here to party.

Angelica Brooks: As ReVival 22 nears its end, I’m happy to catch a moment with your Universal Champion, Home Run Hayes! A big night to kick off your campaign in 2023!

Hayes Hanlon: Understatement of the year, Angelica! Orlando is absolutely buzzing!

A pop from the Orlando crowd in the background as Angelica continues.

Angelica Brooks: Months ago, after carrying the Five Star Title since your victory at Culture Shock, Rezin spoiled the party at Great American Nightmare. Have you found yourself thinking back to that night?

Hayes Hanlon: I’ve been thinking about since the moment the bell rang, Angie. Even now that I have the big belt.

He pats the Uni belt a couple of times.

Angelica Brooks: Any trepidation before you square back up with the Escape Artist?

Hayes Hanlon: Not a bit. I’ve been itching for this one for months.

Hayes starts shifting foot to foot, eyes narrowing and eyebrows furrowing. Angie, ever the professional, makes moves to finish the quick interview.

Angelica Brooks: Any words for Rezin before you walk through the curtain.

Hayes Hanlon: Enjoy the show.

With that, The Champ walks forward toward the apron, and toward the thousands of rumbling fans.Angelica Brooks: Nick? Richard? Back to you!