@kunalsummerThe WWE Championship bout between Johnny Gargano and CM Punk on SmackDown sparked a reflection from Gargano about the fans who stayed loyal even when he lost faith in himself. He declared an end to passive behavior, framing that recent match as a starting point rather than a conclusion. Gargano expressed his intent to act authentically and work hard to fulfill his potential identity while addressing his audience, himself, and those maintaining belief in his wrestling persona. Last night was for the people who never gave up on me, even when I gave up on myself. No more laying down. Last night was the beginning.. not the end. It's time to stand up, be myself and put in the work to become the man I was always meant to be. For you. For me. For those who still believe in Johnny Wrestling. (IG | johnnygargano) #JohnnyGargano

@kunalsummerThe WWE Championship bout between Johnny Gargano and CM Punk on SmackDown sparked a reflection from Gargano about the fans who stayed loyal even when he lost faith in himself. He declared an end to passive behavior, framing that recent match as a starting point rather than a conclusion. Gargano expressed his intent to act authentically and work hard to fulfill his potential identity while addressing his audience, himself, and those maintaining belief in his wrestling persona. Last night was for the people who never gave up on me, even when I gave up on myself. No more laying down. Last night was the beginning.. not the end. It's time to stand up, be myself and put in the work to become the man I was always meant to be. For you. For me. For those who still believe in Johnny Wrestling. (IG | johnnygargano) #JohnnyGargano