Backstage Update On WWE Hosting A Tryout During SummerSlam Week

WWE will be holding tryouts for selected talents during SummerSlam week, as reported by PWInsider.com. Several of the invited athletes will come from various sports and backgrounds. Additionally, fans have been invited to attend this year's tryouts to watch potential future stars as they attempt to make an impression.

You can check out the list of invited talents below:

- Maliq Carr, a Michigan State football player with a strong athletic build and Division I experience.

- Ahmed Essam, an Egyptian amateur wrestler who previously took part in WWE’s London tryouts this past April. He’s received a second invite, indicating strong interest from WWE officials.

- Eduardo Godinho, a Brazilian marathon runner and online fitness personality bringing a unique endurance-athlete profile to the Performance Center.

- Zoey Hines, a former Boston College softball player who also competed for the French National Softball Team, showing international competitive experience.

- Syd Langston, a Canadian hockey player turned Instagram model, representing the kind of crossover appeal WWE often seeks.

- Ariana Wright, who held the title of Miss Maryland 2023 and competed in track & field at the University of Maryland, combining pageant presence with collegiate athleticism.