Las Vegas may have scored big with WrestleMania 41, but according to Dave Meltzer, theres a deeper reason WWE might be sticking aroundVegas needs the business.
On Wrestling Observer Radio, Meltzer broke down why WWE and Las Vegas could be a long-term match, and it goes beyond flashy stadiums and packed crowds. The city is experiencing a serious dip in international tourism, and thats hitting its economy hard.
Even with WrestleMania selling out both nights, the usual flood of fans from across the globe wasnt there. Meltzer noted that this years crowd looked far more domestic than past Manias, pointing to a shift that could have major implications.
Vegas depends on international tourists to keep its economy humming, and right now, that flow has dried up. Meltzer explained that political reasons are keeping foreign travelers away from the U.S., further squeezing the citys recovery. He also pointed to signs of deeper trouble, using WWEs host hotel as an example.
With venues like Allegiant Stadium and local officials eager to land top-tier events, its no surprise Vegas wants to make WrestleMania a recurring spectacle. WWE benefits from the infrastructure, tourism, and support, and Vegas sees Mania as a shot in the arm to its struggling economy.
In the end, this might be a win-win: WWE gets a flashy, fan-friendly home base, and Vegas gets a major event to keep the money flowingeven if international fans are slow to return.
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