Rey Fenix recently spoke with Denise Salcedo to discuss transitioning from Mexico to the United States and how he’s helped change the perception of lucha libre.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On transitioning to wrestling in the US from Mexico: “I think I did a good job. I remember when I started my career here in [the] United States, it was a little difficult because … lucha libre was [in] another position.”
On helping to change the perception of lucha libre in America: “With time, we can see now I think every show in America has one or two luchadors. I think we did [a] good job. … Rey Mysterio, Juventud Guerrera, there are other guys [who] did an amazing job. … They opened the first door, right? But I think my brother and myself, we [broke] every window and every opening in the house.”
Alex Shelley was a recent guest on “The Ten Count” podcast to discuss a variety of topics, including the worst injury that he suffered in his career. He said,
“I have a couple pretty bad ones. But I’m very fortunate to have not had anything that’s taken me out for a really, really long period of time. Six to eight weeks is minimal compared to what some people go through.”
He continued, “I cracked my skull open and I didn’t know it in the New Japan Best of the Super Juniors in 2013, and foolishly, I wrestled twice that night. So I cracked it in the first match and then wrestled again in the finals. I had some complications from that for a little bit, and I had to get a CT scan. That was a big work-up. I’m very, very lucky nothing serious came from that, but that was maybe one of the more intense injuries.”
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Rey Fenix: Changing the Perception of Lucha Libre in the United States
Rey Fenix, one of the most talented luchadors in professional wrestling today, recently sat down for an interview with Denise Salcedo to discuss his transition from Mexico to the United States and how he has helped change the perception of lucha libre in America.
When Fenix first started his career in the United States, he faced some challenges due to the different position lucha libre held in the wrestling industry. However, he believes that he did a good job in transitioning and making a name for himself in the US.
Over time, Fenix has witnessed a significant shift in the perception of lucha libre in America. He notes that now almost every wrestling show in the country features one or two luchadors. This change is a testament to the hard work and dedication of Fenix, as well as other luchadors like Rey Mysterio and Juventud Guerrera, who paved the way for Mexican wrestlers in the US.
Fenix proudly states that he and his brother, Pentagon Jr., have taken things even further. They have broken down barriers and opened doors for luchadors in the American wrestling scene. Their innovative and high-flying style has captivated audiences and showcased the incredible talent that lucha libre has to offer.
In the interview, Fenix also discusses his collaboration with Marvel’s Echo, a character from the Marvel Comics universe. This partnership further demonstrates the growing recognition and acceptance of lucha libre in mainstream media.
To get a deeper insight into Fenix’s journey and his thoughts on the evolution of lucha libre, you can watch the full interview on YouTube.
In another wrestling-related news, Alex Shelley, a well-known professional wrestler, recently shared details about the worst injury he has suffered during his career. Despite having a couple of bad injuries, Shelley considers himself fortunate that none of them kept him out of action for an extended period. One notable injury he mentioned was cracking his skull open during a match in the New Japan Best of the Super Juniors tournament in 2013. Despite the severity of the injury, Shelley continued to wrestle that night, showing his dedication and toughness.
These interviews and discussions shed light on the challenges and triumphs that wrestlers face in their careers. They also highlight the impact that individual wrestlers can have on changing the perception of their respective wrestling styles.
As fans, we can appreciate the contributions of wrestlers like Rey Fenix and Alex Shelley, who push boundaries and help elevate the art of professional wrestling. Their stories inspire us and remind us of the passion and dedication required to succeed in this demanding industry.
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