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#Post#: 7809--------------------------------------------------
An interview with a UK Wrestler
DIR By: ChrissiCalvert
Date: January 12, 2013, 5:09 pm
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UK wrestler, Nick Aldis, better know as MAGNUS (and my future
hubby as said by my friends) stopped by Challenge TV HQ to
promote the Road to Lockdown tour thats hitting UK shores within
the next few weeks & answered some fans questions. Enjoy:
Q. Which company did you first start wrestling with and how long
did you train to become a wrestler?
I started with WAW based in Norwich, run by Ricky Knight. Their
whole family wrestle and they ran a lot of shows including
holiday camps. His daughter signed with WWE last year and is
doing very well. I trained with them for about a year and
started doing things like Battle Royals and 6-man tags before I
had any singles matches.
Q. How do I become a professional wrestler when I grow up? From
Jack aged 9!
Hi Jack! To be a professional wrestler, you have to be a great
athlete and a great entertainer, so my advice to you is to take
part in as many sports as possible, learn about the human body
and when you get a little older, start doing some weight
training and I would recommend taking gymnastics, as so many
elements of modern pro wrestling require very acrobatic skills.
I would also suggest doing some amateur wrestling if you can
find a club. Also, join a drama club or stage school. Learn to
be comfortable on stage and in front of an audience. Wrestling
is becoming very diverse and you have to do a lot more than just
wrestle, so the more experience you have the better!
Q. When you come to the UK, what do you generally prefer to do?
Do you think the crowds from the US differ to the crowds in the
UK?
I love to eat all the things I can't get in the US, like real
Fish n Chips, my mum's Shepherds Pie! I love to watch Match of
the Day, but mostly I just like to catch up with all my friends
and family.
The US crowds are definitely harder to please, dare I say it, a
little spoiled. The way I sum it up is like this; US crowds want
you to try and entertain them, UK crowds want to try and be
entertained. The UK is currently the home of the best wrestling
fans in the world, that's why everyone wants to be on the tour.
Q. How did the name Magnus get chosen to be your TNA ring name?
I honestly don't really know. I know that Dixie Carter had a
lot to do with it. I think they just sat around and
brainstormed.
Q. Do you see yourself being the TNA World Champion in 2013 and
who inspired you to get into wrestling?
You have to see yourself as World Champion, but after a
successful 2012 I believe I can earn the top prize. If given the
opportunity...
I was inspired by a lot of people to get into wrestling, but my
first real heroes were Hulk Hogan and Bret 'The Hitman' Hart.
Q, If you weren't a professional wrestler, what job would you
want to do?
I'm fortunate that I have a few strings to my bow so to speak,
and I am doing some things in acting, TV presenting and this
year I hope to produce my first TV show. I think if and when I
don't wrestle any more I will work in the entertainment industry
in some fashion.
Q. What have been your standout moments in TNA to date?
Main eventing against Sting in '09, my 'This is England' promo
at Wembley in January 2012 and my Bound For Glory match versus
Samoa Joe in October.
Q. What's been your most favourite Spin Cycle so far?
Good question! So many Spin Cycles have been such a blast, but
the Mr TNA episode with me and Robbie E was a laugh.
Q. Will we ever have a British TNA Champion?
YES
Q. What's your opinion on Aces & 8's? Will you be challenging
Devon for the TV Title?
They have really shaken the show up. It's going to all come to
a head, what the eventual payoff is, is yet to be seen but I
think there is a lot more to come. If the opportunity arises, I
will be happy to take the title from Devon, maybe on home
soil...
Q. Any chance of teaming up with Samoa Joe again? You guys were
awesome!
Never say never; it was a highlight of my career and Joe has
brought out the best in me, I owe him so much. I would always
love to do it again, even if it was a one-night-only type
situation.
Q. What do you think of the British Boot Camp contestants?
They are all talented and unique talents in their own rights, I
am very close with Marty and Spud, so I know what they offer.
The Blossoms have made a big impression. TNA would be lucky to
have any of them.
#Post#: 7810--------------------------------------------------
Re: An interview with a UK Wrestler
DIR By: Lee
Date: January 12, 2013, 5:15 pm
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Couldn't have been someone else, no, y'know, someone good??
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Re: An interview with a UK Wrestler
DIR By: tnafanforum
Date: January 13, 2013, 4:11 am
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> Couldn't have been someone else, no, y'know, someone good??
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he is good lol. Better heel than a face for me
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Re: An interview with a UK Wrestler
DIR By: Lee
Date: January 13, 2013, 4:15 am
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To be honest, I'm sick of hearing about Magners.
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Re: An interview with a UK Wrestler
DIR By: tnafanforum
Date: January 13, 2013, 4:20 am
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--- Quote from: Lee link ---
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> To be honest, I'm sick of hearing about Magners.
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why lol.. He is the face for tna in the uk
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Re: An interview with a UK Wrestler
DIR By: ChrissiCalvert
Date: January 13, 2013, 2:13 pm
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--- Quote from: Lee link ---
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> To be honest, I'm sick of hearing about Magners.
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LEE!!!! I'm shocked. The Magdaddy is the face of TNA in the UK.
Hes awesome
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Re: An interview with a UK Wrestler
DIR By: tnafanforum
Date: January 13, 2013, 2:52 pm
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I just said that lol about him being the face for tna in the uk
lol pmsl.
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