Eddie Kingston has finally won the big one. After a career of keeping his nose down and being one of the most dependable workers in the world – he would win the ROH World Championship at AEW Grand Slam.
With 11,263 fans in the arena – it was a crazy atmosphere, and everyone was cheering for Kingston – elevating the match and the moment as a result.
Eddie Kingston Was Taken Aback By The Fan Support At Grand Slam
While speaking with Justin Bassarro of Sports Illustrated – Eddie Kingston would reflect on this victory. Kingston had the following to say.
“You know me, I’m always hard on myself. I think I always could have done better. But the crowd was the best part. I’m biased, but New Yorkers, they’re the best. They don’t just cheer for you, they fight for you. I saw it all the time at Yankee Stadium. It’s how we are. The match was fine, but the crowd made it feel bigger. They took it from a four to a ten.
It feels great when the crowd cheers, but it makes me nervous. I’m not used to this kind of love. It makes me ask myself, ‘Why do they love me?’ Then I start doubting myself. It’s all part of my curse. But as long as people are fans of pro wrestling, that’s good enough for me.
Professional wrestling is my mixed martial arts. So thank you very much for supporting pro wrestling. Me, I’m the guy who grew up in Yonkers–I’m still that guy. So when people cheer for me, or want to take a picture with me, I get a little bashful. I don’t see the big deal. I’m just me. But I am blessed and lucky enough to do the dream job I’ve wanted since I was nine. I don’t see myself as a big deal. I’m still the kid from Yonkers.”
Kingston will be in action at AEW WrestleDream – defending the ROH World & NJPW Strong Championships against the legendary Katsuyori Shibata.
Can Kingston maintain his reign? Let us know what you think in the comment section down below.
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