Kevin Nash spent some of the biggest years of his career in WCW but was no fan of the annual events at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
On a recent edition of his “Kliq This” podcast, Nash spoke about the WCW Road Wild 1998 shows and didn’t have good memories of the time. He said,
“[It was a] s***show. We had a battle royal [in Sturgis] and I stood over the f*****g top rope and just f*****g stepped down… They were throwing s**t. I was like, ‘F**k this.’”
The match saw Nash remain in for 91 seconds before deciding to leave and the bout was eventually won by Goldberg.
When asked about his dislike for Sturgis, Nash said, “I think it was more the fact that we were staying in a Quality Inn.”
Kevin Nash, a former professional wrestler who spent a significant portion of his career in World Championship Wrestling (WCW), recently opened up about his dislike for the annual events at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. In a recent episode of his podcast, “Kliq This,” Nash shared his negative memories of the WCW Road Wild 1998 shows, which took place during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
Nash described the event as a “s***show” and revealed that he had a particularly unpleasant experience during a battle royal match. He recalled standing over the top rope and deciding to step down from the ring due to the unruly behavior of the crowd. According to Nash, the audience was throwing objects, making the situation unbearable for him. Frustrated, he exclaimed, “F**k this.”
During the match, Nash lasted only 91 seconds before deciding to leave. Ultimately, it was Goldberg who emerged victorious in the bout. However, Nash’s early departure from the match left a lasting impression on him and highlighted his disdain for the Sturgis events.
When asked about his dislike for Sturgis, Nash attributed it to the accommodations provided to the wrestlers. He mentioned that they were staying in a Quality Inn, which presumably did not meet their expectations or provide a comfortable experience. While Nash did not elaborate further on this aspect, it appears that the combination of an unruly crowd and subpar lodging contributed to his negative perception of the Sturgis events.
Nash’s comments shed light on the challenges and frustrations that professional wrestlers sometimes face during live events. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is known for attracting a large crowd of passionate fans, but it seems that not all wrestlers have fond memories of performing there.
Despite his negative experience at WCW Road Wild 1998, Kevin Nash’s career continued to flourish in the wrestling industry. He was a prominent figure in both WCW and later in the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE). Nash’s contributions to the wrestling world, along with his candid insights, have made him a respected figure among fans and fellow wrestlers alike.
In conclusion, Kevin Nash’s recent revelations about his dislike for the annual events at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally provide an interesting glimpse into the challenges faced by professional wrestlers. His negative experience during the WCW Road Wild 1998 shows, combined with subpar accommodations, left a lasting impression on him. Despite this, Nash’s career continued to thrive, and he remains a well-regarded figure in the wrestling industry.