Vince McMahon addressing the troops to begin the broadcast, thanking them for their sacrifices, before introducing Lilian Garcia who then performed the National Anthem. Included a video montage on the WWE talent flying to Iraq and meeting with the troops, set to Creed's "One". Also featured an in-ring segment in which Santa Claus came out, with Torrie Wilson, Dawn Marie, Lilian Garcia, and Jackie Gayda helping distribute gifts to some of those in attendance. After Dawn Marie and Jackie got into a fight and Dawn Marie was sent to the floor, Torrie unmasked Santa as being Mick Foley. Included WWE World Champion John Bradshaw Layfield coming to the ring in a Hummer, wearing a biohazard suit, and addressing the troops, saying that the next time they pick a fight somewhere make sure it's a place where alcohol is allowed. Moments later, the Big Show came out to confront the champion, called him a deserter, and knocked him out of the ring before putting on the champion's cowboy hat. Included a closing video package of the WWE tour set to Creed's "Higher".
Results[]
- Booker T defeated Rene Dupree (3:41)
- The Undertaker defeated John Heidenreich via count-out (7:34)
- Hardcore Holly defeated Kenzo Suzuki (2:38)
- Eddie Guerrero & Rey Mysterio Jr. defeated Kurt Angle & Luther Reigns (6:01)
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