Kazuchika Okada comments on his latest accomplishment.
Okada defeated Will Ospreay in the finals of the G1 Climax 32. He recently commented on the matter, stating he would be taking paternity leave to spend time with his new born son.
Speaking with the press after his victory, courtesy of the NJPW website, Okada discussed his win and expressed his gratitude. He thanked Ospreay, his fellow competitors, the staff, and the fans.
“I woke up this morning, and the first thing I felt was gratitude. Gratitude to my opponent yesterday, Will Ospreay, but also to all of the wrestlers who were involved in the tournament, and the staff and fans that made everything possible. I really felt that it was because of everyone’s efforts that I was able to perform at the level i perform and win. It was a hot summer, and it’s my job to bring just as much fire into the last part of the year,”
“Well, in terms of singles matches, other G1s have had more, but the last stretch of three days really took its toll on me both mentally and physically. Three singles matches in a row is difficult, and the semifinals and finals were definitely really tough. The league matches are pretty brutal as well, but I think all in all this year’s G1 was my hardest fought yet. That’s why I feel it’s on the company to reassess how important the G1 is to NJPW,”
NJPW Website
Okada will return to challenge the IWGP Heavyweight Champion at NJPW Wrestle Kingdom in January.
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