WWE Superstar LA Knight recently spoke with CBS Sports to promote the WWE Fastlane 2023 pay-per-view event.
During the interview, the former Eli Drake commented on finally achieving success after over twenty years in the wrestling business, if he’s let himself take in the gravity of his success, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On finally achieving success: “I have been at this for so long…That’s the craziest part about this. In a weird way, it’s like an overnight success, but it was also 20 years in the making to get to an overnight success. It’s such a juxtaposition in a strange way. I still have a habit of looking over my shoulder and waiting for somebody to pull the rug out from under me. I’m used to, ‘No, no, no’ and me having to push, ‘Yeah, yeah!’ It’s me having to create my own opportunities. Even when I’m now put into bigger opportunities, it’s still not a point where I can relax.”
On if he’s let himself take in the gravity of his success: “In a weird way, I’ve got no business being here. Looking just a year ago at where I was and what I was doing, what a hell of a turnaround. It’s damn near unheard of. I’m not the best at letting myself really feel that. Maybe 10 years down the road when I look back. But right now in this situation, I’m just so — I don’t know if you’d say — maniacally focused on making sure that everything hits the mark and that everything is the way I want it to be. It’s tough for me to step back and be like, ‘Wow, this is great!’ Occasionally, I might have that thought but it’s very fleeting.”
On still wanting more from his career: “I don’t know that with my personality I’ll ever be satisfied. I have such a habit of nitpicking everything and getting down to nitty-gritty details… Obviously, for me, I want to be at the top of the mountain. There are a lot of hurdles to get there but I always wanted to be there. If you’re not aiming to be the WWE champion, if you’re not aiming to be that top guy, the face of the company and in the conversation as far as some of the greats, that would be at least close to that goal line. Maybe it would get me there. Maybe it wouldn’t.”
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WWE Superstar LA Knight, also known as Eli Drake, recently sat down for an interview with CBS Sports to discuss his journey in the wrestling business and his current success. Knight, who has been in the industry for over twenty years, reflected on finally achieving success and the challenges he faced along the way.
Knight described his success as a combination of both an overnight sensation and years of hard work. He acknowledged that while it may seem like a sudden rise to fame, it was actually a result of two decades of dedication and perseverance. Despite his achievements, Knight admitted that he still finds it difficult to fully embrace his success. He explained that he has a habit of expecting setbacks and constantly pushing himself to create new opportunities.
When asked if he has allowed himself to appreciate the gravity of his accomplishments, Knight admitted that he struggles with fully acknowledging his achievements. He stated that looking back at where he was just a year ago, it is almost unbelievable how much his life has changed. However, Knight’s focus remains on ensuring that everything he does meets his high standards. He expressed that he is determined to make every moment count and rarely takes the time to step back and appreciate his success.
Knight’s drive for success is evident as he discussed his desire to achieve even more in his career. He revealed that he is never fully satisfied and constantly nitpicks every aspect of his work. Knight’s ultimate goal is to reach the top of the wrestling industry and become the WWE champion. He aspires to be recognized as one of the greats and aims to be the face of the company. While he acknowledges the challenges that lie ahead, Knight remains committed to pursuing his goals.
In conclusion, LA Knight’s journey in the wrestling business serves as an inspiration to aspiring wrestlers and individuals in any field. His story highlights the importance of perseverance, hard work, and self-belief in achieving success. Despite facing numerous obstacles throughout his career, Knight’s determination and unwavering focus have propelled him to new heights. As he continues to strive for greatness, LA Knight’s story serves as a reminder that success is not achieved overnight but through years of dedication and resilience.