Hayes and Wes Lee Make History in NXT Championship Main Event

In a heartfelt post-match interview, NXT Champion Carmelo Hayes expressed his pride in retaining his title and making history alongside Wes Lee. The duo became the first two black men to main event for the NXT Championship, marking a significant milestone in WWE’s history.

The WWE’s official YouTube channel released the video titled “Carmelo Hayes is proud that he and Wes Lee made history: NXT Heatwave exclusive, Aug. 22, 2023.” In the video, Hayes is seen reflecting on the intense match, praising Wes Lee for his resilience and acknowledging him as one of the greatest North American champions. Hayes emphasized the importance of their historic main event, highlighting the significance of representation in the wrestling world.