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Sami Zayn Wins Undisputed WWE Title, Becomes Grand Slam Champion

6/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Sami Zayn captured the Undisputed WWE Championship in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, becoming the title’s new holder.
Michael Cole called Zayn’s pin a miracle and noted the crowd’s wild reaction.
Kevin Owens, Becky Lynch and Danhausen posted congratulations as Zayn’s win made him a Grand Slam champion, his first world title after more than two decades.
Gunther confronted SmackDown general manager Nick Aldis backstage, leading to a physical altercation.

History

Historical Context

In 1996 Shawn Michaels became WWE’s first Grand Slam champion by winning the Intercontinental, European, Tag Team and WWE Championships, the only wrestler to hold all four titles at that time. In Riyadh, Sami Zayn captured the WWE Championship, completing the Grand Slam and joining the elite group first defined by Michaels.

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Story summary

Sami Zayn captured the Undisputed WWE Championship in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, becoming the title’s new holder.
Michael Cole called Zayn’s pin a miracle and noted the crowd’s wild reaction.
Kevin Owens, Becky Lynch and Danhausen posted congratulations as Zayn’s win made him a Grand Slam champion, his first world title after more than two decades.
Gunther confronted SmackDown general manager Nick Aldis backstage, leading to a physical altercation.

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