3 Interesting observations from this week's SmackDown Live (January 29, 2019)

#1 Minor recurring theme of Superstars refusing to slow down

Becky Lynch and R-Truth refused to slow down after their respective segments this week

In a backstage segment not long after Becky Lynch's confrontation with Charlotte Flair, it was revealed that the former refused to seek any medical attention. Of course, the main reason behind this was that no one wants to be shelved due to an injury heading into WrestleMania, and the fact that WWE chose to address this topic showcases some good writing elements seen this week.

Similarly, after R-Truth was on the end of being dominated by Shinsuke Nakamura and Rusev, Truth took a moment to reflect back on his unexpected United States Championship win and defense in a backstage segment on the same night.

R-Truth indirectly suggested that he didn't need any medical help (same reasons as Becky Lynch) after becoming United States Champion at this stage in his career, having pushed himself in recent months. There is no way he would relinquish the title heading into WrestleMania 35.

These examples highlight the importance of WrestleMania as the 'Grandest Stage Of Them All' and what it means to the Superstars in the first place. It is the Super Bowl or the World Cup for Professional Wrestling fans, and now there is no looking back as we are officially part of this year's Road To WrestleMania.

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