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Professional wrestler Will Ospreay has made the decision to retire his signature maneuver the Storm Driver 91 after a recent match where Bryan Danielson appeared to have suffered an injury.
The incident occurred during AEW Dynasty where Ospreay achieved a victory over Danielson. However, the match was overshadowed by the concern for Danielson’s well-being following the execution of the Storm Driver 91. Medical personnel were summoned to the ring to attend to Danielson while the audience and officials held their breath.
In the AEW Dynasty post-match press conference, Ospreay took the opportunity to address the injury and his thoughts on the situation.
Speaking regretfully, Will Ospreay expressed, “I’m super glad that everybody enjoyed the match,” and continued to talk about the aftermath of the unfortunate incident, “But I feel awful about this. So even though 90% of the time that move’s been absolutely fine, seeing the damage that it’s sort of done… I’m gonna retire using the Storm Driver 91.”
Will Ospreay Expresses Regrets
Continuing his heartfelt apology, Ospreay spoke to his respect for Bryan Danielson and his own disappointment, “I don’t think it’s right for me to continue using it after seeing what it did to Bryan… I’m kind of disappointed in myself. So once again, I apologize to Bryan, I apologize to AEW medics, I apologize to Tony.”
AEW President Tony Khan commented afterward, showing optimism about Danielson’s health and indicated that more updates would be provided as information became available.
View the full video statement here:
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FAQ Section
What is the Storm Driver 91?
The Storm Driver 91 is a wrestling move performed by Will Ospreay, which he has now decided to retire.
Why is Will Ospreay retiring the move?
Ospreay is retiring the move after an incident where Bryan Danielson seemed to be injured following the move’s execution during the AEW Dynasty event.
Did Bryan Danielson sustain a serious injury?
It was unclear immediately after the match, but AEW officials and Tony Khan suggest that Danielson will be okay. Further updates will be provided as they come.
Where can I watch the AEW Dynasty post-show scrum?
You can watch the post-show scrum on AEW’s official YouTube channel.
Conclusion
The retirement of the Storm Driver 91 marks a significant moment in Will Ospreay’s career, highlighting the inherent risks involved in professional wrestling. Ospreay’s decision reflects the respect and concern for the well-being of his colleagues in the ring, and his immediate apology and self-reflection demonstrate his professionalism. As fans and officials await further updates on Bryan Danielson’s condition, the wrestling community continues to discuss the importance of safety and care in the industry.