Mayor Todd Gloria ensured that Survivor Series weekend in San Diego was more than just a wrestling event—it became a full-scale civic celebration. Prior to WWE Survivor Series: War Games, the mayor shared images and videos on Instagram from a special ceremony at Petco Park, where three WWE stars born in San Diego—Rey Mysterio, Nia Jax, and Dominik Mysterio—were honored with the city’s highest accolade, the key to the city.
In declaring the day as “WWE Survivor Series Day,” Mayor Gloria marked the historic moment of WWE Survivor Series: WarGames taking place for the first time at MLB’s outdoor stadium, Petco Park. He took pride in celebrating these local wrestling icons and rising stars, praising Rey Mysterio as a living legend of Lucha Libre, Nia Jax as a powerful force with San Diego pride, and Dominik Mysterio as the future of the San Diego wrestling dynasty.
Gloria summed up the night with a statement of civic pride: “San Diego is a city of champions, and the world got to see it tonight.”
The excitement didn’t stop with the ceremony. In the ring, Dominik Mysterio stunned fans by defeating John Cena to reclaim the Intercontinental Championship, helped in part by the unexpected return of Liv Morgan. Meanwhile, Nia Jax’s team fell short in the Women’s WarGames match, with AJ Lee tapping out Becky Lynch to secure the win.
From official city honors to thrilling ring action, Survivor Series: WarGames was both historic and unforgettable.
What are your thoughts on the Mayor’s tribute and the events from Survivor Series? Share your favorite moments in the comments!
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Fan Take: This celebration highlights how WWE stars connect deeply with their hometowns, enriching the storytelling and fan engagement across the sport. Recognizing local heroes like this not only honors their legacy but also strengthens the community ties that keep wrestling vibrant and growing.
