Kurt Angle runs deep in TNA/IMPACT Wrestling’s history.
Kurt Angle gave his thoughts on various topics on the latest episode of his Kurt Angle Show.
The IMPACT Wrestling & WWE Hall Of Famer was asked about Austin Aries, TNA Wrestling making him the World Heavyweight Champion, and Option C. Here are the highlights:
Making him World Champion:
“No, it was his time. You know, we made a new wrestler. Austin was coming up through the ranks at this particular time. He was fresh. I liked the way they pushed him. They didn’t take their time with him. They really elevated him quickly and he deserved that.”
Dealing with Aries:
“He is a great wrestler. He’s a little arrogant. He’s a little bit of a prick. I’m not gonna lie to you. I kind of like it to be honest with you. Austin can be annoying, but, that’s part of him, that’s part of his character. That’s who he is. I’m glad it was Austin. He was really good. He deserved it.”
H/T Andrew Ravens for WrestlingHeadlines.com. Full article here.
Austin Aries defeated Bobby Roode at the Destination X Pay Per View in 2012 & won the TNA World Title for the first time .
Austin Aries was the first wrestler who initiated Option C – he relinquished the X Division Title for a shot at the World Title.
Aries was the the belt collector in TNA/IMPACT Wrestling, amassing:
6x X Division Champion, 3x World Champion, 1x Tag Team Champion, making him only the 5th Triple Crown champion in company history.
Kurt Angle debuted with TNA Wrestling in October 2006, where he became the inaugural and record six-time TNA World Champion, and the second Triple Crown winner in TNA history (as well as the only one to hold all required titles at once).