Internal Reaction to Giovanni Vinci’s Return on 9/6 WWE SmackDown Revealed

Giovanni Vinci’s much-hyped debut on the September 6 edition of Friday Night SmackDown didn’t go quite as planned. After weeks of flashy vignettes and buildup emphasizing his “dress to impress” persona, Vinci made a grand entrance, arriving in a sleek Mercedes and sporting white designer ring gear, signaling a new chapter in his WWE career.

However, what was meant to be a triumphant re-debut quickly took an unexpected turn. As the match began, Vinci was caught off guard and swiftly rolled up by Apollo Crews, losing in a matter of seconds. The shocking defeat immediately overshadowed the buildup surrounding his new gimmick, leaving fans and insiders alike scratching their heads.

According to WrestleVotes on X (formerly Twitter), certain members of WWE creative were not happy with the way Vinci’s return was handled. The abrupt loss has reportedly caused frustration among key figures within WWE, who felt that the squash match diminished the momentum that had been generated from weeks of promotion.

“I’m told there are a few ‘key’ figures within creative that absolutely hated the direction on the Giovanni Vinci angle tonight. #SmackDown,” WrestleVotes reported.

Given the substantial buildup to Vinci’s return, many were expecting a more competitive match, making the decision to have Apollo Crews win so quickly a surprising one. It has since become a major topic of discussion among fans, with many questioning what this means for Vinci’s future on SmackDown.

Whether Giovanni Vinci can rebound from this misstep and get back on track remains to be seen. Fans will be watching closely in the coming weeks to see if Vinci can recover from the shaky start or if this debut will affect his long-term trajectory.

What are your thoughts on Vinci’s abrupt loss? Do you think he’ll bounce back, or has this hurt his momentum? Let us know in the comments!