Tribute to Hulk Hogan at Real American Freestyle Inaugural Event
In an emotional gesture, Real American Freestyle (RAF) joins World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) to pay tribute to the remembered Hulk Hogan, an iconic figure in wrestling. This tribute will be presented during RAF’s inaugural event, scheduled for Saturday. Hogan, recognized for boosting the popularity of the then World Wrestling Federation in the 1980s, passed away on July 24 at the age of 71. The event, which will take place at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, will be broadcast via FOX Nation. Chad Bronstein, co-founder and CEO of RAF, highlighted Hogan’s importance to the company. Months before his departure, Hogan had expressed his enthusiasm for RAF, his new initiative.The relationship between RAF and WWE is cordial. Real American Beer, RAF’s main sponsor, is 10% owned by WWE and was also co-founded by Bronstein. American Olympic gold medalist Kurt Angle, one of WWE’s biggest stars in the early 2000s, will provide commentary for the event. Bronstein revealed that it was Hogan who suggested Angle’s participation. Jimmy Hart, former WWE manager, and John Layfield, former world champion, will also be part of Saturday’s show. The main event will pit Wyatt Hendrickson against Mostafa Aly Elsayed Gabr Elders from Egypt. Other featured matches include: Bo Nickal vs. Jacob Cardenas; Yianni Diakomihalis vs. Bajrang Punia; Darrion Caldwell vs. Real Woods; and Austin Gomez vs. Lance Palmer. In the women’s category, Kennedy Blades will face Alejandra Rivera and Sarah Hildebrandt vs. Zeltzin Hernandez.He was very proud. He has been a great friend, mentor, and business partner. His voice will be present in many ways in this league.
Chad Bronstein
