As most people know, Randy Orton is one of the most successful in ring talents the WWE has ever had. He has an incredible longevity in the sport, still wrestling full time up until his back injury that he is currently suffering from.
Early on Thursday afternoon news broke that WWE fear Randy Orton will be out of action until 2023 with the injury being legitimate following fans believing the injury to be a work.
While speaking to Bill Apter, Orton’s father “Cowboy” Bob Orton talked about his son’s injury. He stated that two decades of wear and tear finally got to Randy Orton.
“He’s got a little bit of a back problem. I think he’ll take care of everything with rehab and everything. After more than 20 years, wear and tear on the body, it’s too much.”
Bob Orton To Bill Apter
Currently, Orton is expected to be out until the end of 2022 with his injury. Hopefully it is not as serious as first thought but Bob Orton clearly is worried about his son’s long term health.
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