Big Brock Lesnar SummerSlam Plan Leaks, Vince McMahon Chants Explained, Royal Rumble Production Backfires—WWE Rumor Roundup (Feb 3, 2026)
Here’s a fresh, Google Discover–friendly rewrite with a more engaging, human tone and stronger flow than the competitor piece. WWE fans never miss a chance to speculate, and the rumor mill is once again running hot. From Brock Lesnar’s reported SummerSlam plans to unexpected Vince McMahon chants at the Royal Rumble, several backstage and production-related stories have grabbed attention over the past 24 hours.
Let’s break down the biggest WWE rumors making waves right now.
Brock Lesnar’s SummerSlam Role Already Locked In?
Brock Lesnar is reportedly set for a major return this summer.
According to Fightful Select, WWE has been planning for Lesnar to be part of SummerSlam 2026 since the very beginning of the year. While no opponent or storyline has been confirmed yet, the expectation internally is that “The Beast Incarnate” will play a key role at the event.
Lesnar last appeared during the Men’s Royal Rumble match, entering at number 22. His run was brief, lasting only a few minutes before being eliminated by LA Knight and Cody Rhodes. Despite the short appearance, the cameo now appears to have been a reminder that Lesnar remains firmly in WWE’s long-term plans.
SummerSlam 2026 is scheduled as a two-night premium live event on August 1 and 2 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Vince McMahon Chants at Royal Rumble—Backstage Reaction Revealed
One of the most talked-about moments from Royal Rumble weekend didn’t happen in the ring.
During the post-show press conference, chants of “We want Vince” and “You f***ed up” could be heard, seemingly directed at WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque. Triple H ignored the chants and continued with the media session.
Fightful later reported on how WWE handled the situation backstage. According to Sean Ross Sapp, there was no internal reaction or concern within the company regarding the chants. Speaking during a Fightful Select Q&A, Sapp explained that WWE did not view the moment as something requiring a response.
“Well, Triple H didn’t want to be in a room full of media, and this was what he got instead,” Sapp commented, suggesting WWE saw it as a passing crowd reaction rather than a serious issue.
Royal Rumble Lighting Experiment Likely Done for Good
The visual presentation of the 2026 Royal Rumble has also become a talking point behind the scenes.
Reports indicate WWE is unlikely to repeat the large-scale LED seating design used at the Riyadh event for future Saudi Arabia shows. The company built a temporary outdoor stadium at the King Abdullah Financial District in under a month and used extensive LED lighting throughout the seating areas.
While the setup looked impressive live, it reportedly caused problems on television. The lighting made the arena appear partially empty, despite the venue being well attended.
PWInsider reports that approximately 25,000 tickets were issued for the event. WWE sources noted that the LED seating translated far better in person than on camera, leading to the belief that the concept will not be brought back.
Update Coming on NXT Vengeance Day
Finally, more news is expected on NXT Vengeance Day.
According to Cory Hays of Bodyslam, WWE is set to provide an update on the upcoming NXT premium live event during the February 3 episode of NXT. The show is expected to feature three championship matches, with additional details likely to be revealed on air.
