LA Knight retains US Championship on SmackDown, announces open challenge for next week

LA Knight successfully defended his WWE United States Championship against Santos Escobar on SmackDown. The match began with interference from Legado del Fantasma members, who were ejected by the referee. Both wrestlers showcased their skills, with Escobar dominating early on. Knight fought back, using the announce table to his advantage. The match was intense, featuring high-flying moves and near-falls. Knight ultimately retained his title by executing his finisher, the BFT. Following the match, Escobar had a confrontation with Baron Corbin and Apollo Crews backstage, suggesting a potential new rivalry. Knight later announced an open challenge for his title next week.

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