Santino Marella may have had the worst performance in the history of the Royal Rumble, but his historic 2009 outing was his idea.
Marella was eliminated in one second by Kane when he entered that year’s Royal Rumble match, breaking the Warlord’s record which had stood for 20 years.
On a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Marella recalled his brief stint in the 2009 Royal Rumble match. He said,
“There were times I was given lemons and I made lemonade, and that was like a perfect example because, during the production meeting, they said, ‘You’re coming out’ whatever number it is, 16, 17, I can’t remember. ‘But, it’s going to be quick. Just so you know, it’s going to be quick.’ And then I said, ‘Okay, no problem. Can we try and break the record?’ I believe it was Dean Malenko [who] was like, ‘Let me get back to you.’ Later in the day, he came back and gave me the thumbs up, and said, ‘Yup, you’re approved to break the record.’”
Marella added that he was nervous about the spot but it was executed perfectly. He added that being featured in Royal Rumble recap videos makes him feel like he still matters in WWE.
After doing some sums, Marella calculated that he was making $27,000,000 per hour, based on how much he earned for his one second in the Royal Rumble match.
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Santino Marella’s Historic 2009 Royal Rumble Performance
The Royal Rumble is one of the most anticipated events in professional wrestling, where WWE superstars battle it out for a chance to headline WrestleMania. While many wrestlers strive to make a lasting impression in the match, Santino Marella managed to achieve just that with his historic 2009 outing. Despite having the worst performance in Royal Rumble history, Marella’s one-second elimination has become a memorable moment in WWE lore.
Marella’s elimination came at the hands of Kane, who quickly tossed him over the top rope as soon as he entered the match. This record-breaking elimination broke the previous record set by the Warlord, which had stood for 20 years. While some may view this as a disappointing moment for Marella, it was actually his own idea.
During a recent episode of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Marella revealed that he had suggested the quick elimination during the production meeting. He was informed that his appearance in the Royal Rumble would be brief, but instead of accepting it, he proposed breaking the elimination record. After consulting with Dean Malenko, who gave him the green light, Marella went on to make history.
Despite his nerves about the spot, Marella executed it perfectly. He expressed that being featured in Royal Rumble recap videos makes him feel like he still matters in WWE. This brief but memorable moment has solidified his place in wrestling history and continues to be talked about by fans and fellow wrestlers alike.
Interestingly, Marella also calculated how much he earned for his one-second appearance in the Royal Rumble match. Based on his earnings from WWE, he estimated that he made $27,000,000 per hour. While this calculation may be more of a fun anecdote than an accurate reflection of his actual earnings, it highlights the unique nature of his record-breaking performance.
The video of Marella’s one-second elimination has garnered significant attention on YouTube, with fans revisiting the moment and sharing their thoughts on social media. It serves as a reminder that even the shortest appearances can leave a lasting impact in the world of professional wrestling.
As wrestling fans, we can appreciate the significance of moments like Santino Marella’s historic 2009 Royal Rumble performance. It showcases the creativity and ingenuity of wrestlers who are willing to take risks and make the most out of their opportunities. While it may not have been the outcome Marella initially envisioned, his brief appearance has become a memorable part of WWE history.
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