Triple H responds to Damien Priest's complaints about WWE favoritism
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 9:52 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Triple H addressed Damien Priest's recent comments about favoritism in WWE during a press conference following SummerSlam. Priest, currently a tag team champion with R-Truth, expressed frustration over not being showcased in main event spots despite his past success. Triple H emphasized that talent must earn their positions and stated that favorable placements are contingent on fan reactions and performance. He remarked that wrestlers should work harder to achieve the spots they desire instead of expecting them based on tenure alone. The ongoing situation raises questions about Priest's future and positioning within the WWE.
- •Damien Priest is currently a tag team champion with R-Truth.
- •Triple H emphasizes earning spots over claims of favoritism.
- •Priest has expressed frustration over his current positioning.
- •WWE creative relies on fan reactions for wrestler placements.
- 9:52 PMYahoo Sports — Triple H fires harsh message back at Damien Priest after suggestions of WWE favouritism
"Damien Priest has achieved what most in WWE never do by being a world champion but he’s still had a bit of a complaint this past week. Priest has shifted away from the main event scene in WWE but remains on TV regularly, being the tag team champion alongside R-Truth for the time being.
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