Bryan Danielson Wins AEW World Championship, Reflects on Emotional Victory with Family Present

Posted at: August 26, 2024 - 2:15 PM

Bryan Danielson won the AEW World Championship by defeating Swerve Strickland at AEW All In. This victory was particularly meaningful for Danielson, as it marks a significant milestone in his career after returning from retirement in 2018.

During the post-event press conference, Danielson shared his thoughts on the match with his daughter Birdie present. He expressed how his previous forced retirement has allowed him to truly appreciate and savor moments like these since his return to wrestling.

Danielson described the emotional impact of having his family at ringside during the match. He mentioned looking at his wife, son, and daughter throughout the bout, feeling overwhelmed with gratitude. He recalled a particularly poignant moment when he noticed his daughter Birdie crying in the second row due to the intensity of the match, while his son was laughing.

The wrestler conveyed his deep appreciation for his current life circumstances, describing the experience as magical and beautiful. This victory seems to have reinforced Danielson’s passion for wrestling and his gratitude for being able to continue his career after his initial retirement.

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