Chad Gable has captured the WWE Intercontinental Championship, defeating Penta at SummerSlam in Minneapolis. The victory marked Gable's sixth attempt at the title and his first singles championship in WWE.
Gable endured significant offense from Penta, including a Mexican Destroyer on the apron. He ultimately secured the win by applying an ankle lock, forcing Penta to submit.
Following the match, Gable was visibly overcome with emotion, breaking down in tears as his family entered the ring. Penta, who had held the title for 153 days after defeating Dominik Mysterio in March, wrapped the championship around Gable's waist.
Details regarding Gable's previous setbacks, including an injury and a period where he competed under a mask in Lucha Libre, were noted. His pursuit of amends with Luchadores, including Penta, preceded this championship opportunity. The future contenders for the Intercontinental Championship remain unannounced.