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TRIPLE H IS remaining tight-lipped about suffering what was described as a “cardiac event” in early-September. While his exact heart condition hasn’t been revealed, we do know that he underwent a successful procedure at Yale New Haven Hospital. We also know Triple H’s situation was very serious, because he still hasn’t resumed normal workdays at NXT or his office at WWE headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut.
Though the initial event was harrowing for Triple H, wife Stephanie McMahon, and the entire McMahon family, physicians discovered it was caused by a genetic heart issue, which was surgically corrected. “The Game” is expected to make a full recovery.
According to The Wrestling Observer, the McMahons were concerned only with lifting Triple H’s spirits, welcoming talent and other WWE employees to offer their well-wishes, but to avoid talking business with him. The news of Triple H’s situation explained why father-in-law Vince McMahon was mysteriously absent from the September 6 Raw, giving instructions from afar as Bruce Prichard ran the show.
On September 23, Triple H tweeted this message: “I’ve been blown away by the outreach and support from so many people. I’m recovering, doing well, and deeply grateful for all the love in my life. Especially grateful for and all the superstars and crew at WWE NXT! (Steph and the girls loved the snacks!) See you soon.”
