Summary
A new WWE United States Champion was crowned during a recent "WWE SmackDown" taping at the Van Andel Arena in Michigan. Carmelo Hayes won his first major singles title by defeating Ilja Dragunov, who had been champion since October.
Key Facts
- Carmelo Hayes won the WWE United States Championship.
- The match took place during a "WWE SmackDown" taping at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- Ilja Dragunov had been the champion since October.
- Dragunov became champion by defeating Sami Zayn.
- This title win was Carmelo Hayes' first major singles title on the main WWE roster.
- WWE is reportedly looking to refresh the "SmackDown" brand.
- Reports suggest more wrestlers from "NXT" will soon move to the main roster.
- Fans have reacted positively to Hayes' title victory.
