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Gunther Claims Making Opponents Quit Is His Profession After Tampa Tap-Out Win

He frames forcing submissions as his new calling, reinforcing a post-Cena heel pivot via WWE’s digital clip.

Overview

  • At a WWE live event in Tampa, Gunther defeated Je’Von Evans by catching a springboard attempt mid-air and finishing with a sleeper hold that forced a tap-out.
  • WWE posted a digital exclusive from the show in which he said, “It’s my profession now: make people give up.”
  • The messaging builds on his recent result over John Cena, whom he forced to submit in the advertised retirement match two weeks earlier.
  • During the bout, he mimicked the 6-7 meme and flashed a rude gesture at the crowd after taking control.
  • Fans chanted “You tapped out,” referencing his WrestleMania 41 loss to Jey Uso, highlighting the charged reactions driving the angle.