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WWE Announces Championship Open Challenge for February SmackDown

2/28/2026

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WWE announced a United States Championship Open Challenge for February 27, 2026, on SmackDown at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky, with Carmelo Hayes (United States Champion) defending against a mystery opponent.
The match adds excitement to the card, which includes the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship and several other matches.
The WrestleMania 42 start time has been adjusted to 3:00 PM PST, according to reports.

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Story summary

WWE announced a United States Championship Open Challenge for February 27, 2026, on SmackDown at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky, with Carmelo Hayes (United States Champion) defending against a mystery opponent.
The match adds excitement to the card, which includes the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship and several other matches.
The WrestleMania 42 start time has been adjusted to 3:00 PM PST, according to reports.