Wrestling may have evolved into something that’s more for entertainment than actual sport, but it’s still something you should learn to enjoy if you want to get the most out of your life. Wrestling has been around long before anyone knew what “sports” were, and knowing some background information on this ancient art will make you a more informed viewer.
What is World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)?
WWE is a company that produces wrestling shows. The company was established in 1952. It is based in Stamford, Connecticut. It competes with other wrestling companies such as TNA and Ring of Honor for market share over the TV rights over its programming. The company also organizes live wrestling shows at major venues where they compete live against other top wrestling brands.
What does a wrestler’s day look like?
– Wake up in the morning
– Do breakfast
– Go to training
– Practice moves and get feedback from trainers or coaches
– Cool down after workout (includes napping, washes feet, gets dressed)
– Meet with merchandisers for production/preparation of future merchandise (T-shirts, temporary tattoos, earrings)
– Promoting new gear on social media
How do wrestlers get paid?
The WWE pays wrestlers a salary in the form of a per diem on days they wrestle, per performance when they wrestle at a non-televised event, and per their annual contract for any televised or live events where they have been previously contracted to wrestle. For out-of-the-ring performers such as referees and commentators, the pay depends on what kind of deal has been negotiated with them in advance.
– When wrestling “on the road”, if one is not around for dinner (or lunch), there may be times when you can get paid for your appearance fee (pretty standard) cash advances by the week if you are not near any banks; these can range from $800-$2000.
The best and worst parts of being a professional wrestler
– The best part about wrestling is making people feel the excitement and the drama of the action in the ring.
– The worst part about wrestling is that it can be difficult to stop. They work long days, up to 7 days a week, which can lead to burnout.
What are some wrestling matches that have been considered classics by fans over the years? Some of the more popular ones include:
– Hulk Hogan vs Andre The Giant
– Bret “The Hitman” Hart vs Ric Flair (WrestleMania X8)
– Shawn Michaels vs Kurt Angle (WrestleMania 19)
– John Cena vs Shawn Michaels (WrestleMania 23)
What does RKO stand for in WWE?
RKO is an abbreviation for the R-Truth Knee Drop, a professional wrestling signature move performed by Randy Orton.
How does WWE operate?
WWE operates by producing TV programs that are airing on various channels. They also produce live events that audiences can attend to see their favorite wrestlers compete in front of them. WWE also has licensed agreements with third party broadcasters who air WWE’s content to their audiences outside of the United States, Canada, Japan, South Korea etc.
How can I watch WWE programming on my computer, tablet, or smartphone while traveling outside the country for work or vacation?
If you subscribe to a cable provider outside of the US, most likely it’s possible to access your provider on your devices. However if you’re on a plane and want to watch something on the WWE network, we recommend that you download their app on your device and then find Wi-Fi to login and start streaming.
Why do people watch WWE programming on TV and online streaming services, such as YouTube or Hulu Plus
WWE has been around since 1952 and it is time-tested to be entertaining. The newest episode of Raw might not be the greatest thing ever, but the History of Wrestlemania is one of the most watched shows on Youtube. People like wrestling because they like to see larger than life characters with intense storylines.
Conclusion
Wrestling may have evolved into something that’s more for entertainment than actual sport, but it’s still something you should learn to enjoy if you want to get the most out of your life.
