WWE wrestlers voice disapproval of Ryan Garcia's Raw segment

WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia appeared as a celebrity guest on the July 27, 2026 episode of WWE Raw. In the segment he aligned with the Judgment Day stable, joined an in‑ring concert hosted by Danhausen and Joe Hendry, and smashed a guitar over Hendry’s back before celebrating with Dominik Mysterio.

According to Fightful Select, several WWE wrestlers backstage said they “didn’t want anything to do with Ryan Garcia,” citing his prior racially‑charged comments on social media and the controversial nature of the segment. The appearance was intended to build hype for Garcia’s upcoming title defense against Conor Benn on September 12 at the T‑Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, but it sparked internal criticism within the WWE roster.

The incident highlights ongoing tension over WWE’s strategy of featuring outside athletes and celebrities to attract broader audiences, a tactic that has drawn mixed reactions from both fans and talent.