Eddie Kingston Missing NJPW G1 Climax Press Conference Due To Flight Delay Issues

New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) recently announced, via a statement, that top AEW star and current STRONG Openweight Champion Eddie Kingston will miss the promotion’s G1 Climax press conference set to take place later today due to flight delay issues. It was also noted on the press release that STRONG Openweight Champion Eddie Kingston will miss his scheduled meet-and-greet with fans later today.

The G1 Climax press conference usually takes place one day prior to the promotion’s annual tournament and this year’s tournament will be the first time we get to see Eddie Kingston compete.

You can check out the full statement below:

“Thank you for supporting New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Due to flight delays, Eddie Kingston will be unable to attend his scheduled meet and greet and the G1 Climax press conference on Friday July 14. We apologise to fans looking forward to seeing Eddie, and appreciate your understanding.”