Leon Slater's WWE SmackDown Appearance Explained Amid TNA Absence
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Key Points:
- Leon Slater surprised fans by answering Carmelo Hayes’ United States Championship open challenge on WWE SmackDown in London, receiving strong support from the home crowd despite being under contract with TNA Wrestling.
- Slater’s appearance was facilitated by visa issues that prevented him from traveling outside the UK for scheduled TNA events, leading TNA to grant WWE permission to use him for the SmackDown taping.
- The crossover was not part of a formal talent trade between WWE and TNA but rather a practical solution to an unexpected situation, showcasing Slater’s talent on a major WWE platform.
- Slater’s performance was highly praised, pushing Carmelo Hayes in a competitive match, though he did not win the title; T
